The Character of God — God as King – Living Under the Reign of the King

The Character of God — God as King – Living Under the Reign of the King

Awakened to Deliver — The Character of God Week 28 — God as King Day 4 – Living Under the Reign of the King Key Verse: Matthew 6:33 (WEBUS) “But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well.” ⸻ Episode Highlights • Living under Christ’s reign means surrendering every area of life to His authority. • Citizens of God’s Kingdom seek His Kingdom first rather than pursuing their own ambitions. • Through salvation, believers are transferred from the kingdom of darkness into the Kingdom of Christ. • God’s Kingdom is marked by righteousness, peace, joy, holiness, humility, and faithful service. • As we submit to the King, the Holy Spirit transforms us to reflect His character and live for His glory. ⸻ Scriptures to Reflect On • Matthew 6:33 – Seek first God’s Kingdom and His righteousness. • Colossians 1:13–14 – Believers are transferred into the Kingdom of God’s beloved Son. • Philippians 3:20 – Our citizenship is in heaven. • Acts 5:29 – We must obey God rather than men. • Romans 14:17 – God’s Kingdom is righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit. • 1 Peter 1:15–16 – Be holy because God is holy. • Philippians 2:13 – God works in believers to accomplish His will. • Luke 22:42 – Jesus perfectly submitted to the Father’s will. • Matthew 20:26–28 – Greatness in God’s Kingdom is found in serving others. ⸻ Takeaway Thought If Jesus is truly our King, then every part of our lives belongs under His rule. As citizens of His Kingdom, we are called to seek His will above our own, walk in holiness, serve others with humility, and faithfully represent our King. The more we surrender to Christ’s authority, the more we experience the peace, joy, and freedom found in living under His perfect reign. ⸻ Stay Connected Grab a free digital copy of 30 Days of Patience and explore more resources in the Linktree below. All socials: @AwakenedBibleMinistries https://linktr.ee/AwakenedBibleMinistries [https://linktr.ee/AwakenedBibleMinistries] ⸻ Support This Ministry Awakened to Deliver is listener-supported. If this podcast blesses you, consider supporting the ministry through Cash App, Venmo, PayPal, or by becoming a monthly partner on Patreon. You’ll find all giving options in the Linktree above. ⸻ Music Credits • “Paphos” by Mountaineer Licensed through PremiumBeat by Shutterstock under a Creator License.

The Character of God — God as King – Jesus Christ, the King of Kings

Awakened to Deliver — The Character of God Week 28 — God as King Day 3 – Jesus Christ, the King of Kings Key Verse: Revelation 19:16 (WEBUS) “He has on his garment and on his thigh a name written, ‘KING OF KINGS, AND LORD OF LORDS.’” ⸻ Episode Highlights • Jesus Christ is the promised Son of David whose Kingdom will never end. • The King of heaven first came in humility, wore a crown of thorns, and gave His life as a ransom for sinners. • Through His death and resurrection, Jesus defeated sin, death, and the powers of darkness. • The risen Christ now reigns with all authority in heaven and on earth. • Jesus is not only our Savior but also our King, and every area of life belongs under His lordship. • When He returns, He will come in glory as the conquering King to judge evil and establish His righteous reign. ⸻ Scriptures to Reflect On • Revelation 19:11–16 – Jesus returns as the Faithful and True King of Kings. • 2 Samuel 7:12–16 – God promises David an everlasting throne. • Luke 1:31–33 – Jesus receives David’s throne and reigns forever. • Mark 10:45 – The Son of Man gave His life as a ransom for many. • Colossians 2:15 – Christ triumphed over the powers of darkness through the cross. • Matthew 28:18 – All authority in heaven and on earth belongs to Jesus. • Philippians 2:9–11 – Every knee will bow and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord. • Titus 2:13 – Believers await the glorious appearing of Jesus Christ. ⸻ Takeaway Thought Jesus Christ is not merely a teacher, historical figure, or even only our Savior—He is the eternal King. He came first in humility to redeem sinners, rose in victory, and now reigns with all authority. One day He will return in glory, every enemy will be defeated, and every knee will bow before Him. Until then, we joyfully submit to His lordship, proclaim His Gospel, and faithfully serve the King who loved us and gave Himself for us. ⸻ Stay Connected Grab a free digital copy of 30 Days of Patience and explore more resources in the Linktree below. All socials: @AwakenedBibleMinistries https://linktr.ee/AwakenedBibleMinistries [https://linktr.ee/AwakenedBibleMinistries] ⸻ Support This Ministry Awakened to Deliver is listener-supported. If this podcast blesses you, consider supporting the ministry through Cash App, Venmo, PayPal, or by becoming a monthly partner on Patreon. You’ll find all giving options in the Linktree above. ⸻ Music Credits • “Paphos” by Mountaineer Licensed through PremiumBeat by Shutterstock under a Creator License.

The Character of God — God as King – The King Who Rules in Righteousness

Awakened to Deliver — The Character of God Week 28 — God as King Day 2 – The King Who Rules in Righteousness Key Verse: Psalm 89:14 (WEBUS) “Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne. Loving kindness and truth go before your face.” ⸻ Episode Highlights • God’s authority is never separated from His character; He rules with perfect righteousness, justice, holiness, and goodness. • Unlike earthly rulers, God never acts unfairly, makes mistakes, or abuses His power. • Because God is righteous, He cannot ignore sin—but at the cross, His justice and mercy met in Jesus Christ. • Through faith in Christ, believers are forgiven and credited with His righteousness. • As citizens of God’s Kingdom, we are called to reflect our King through truth, justice, mercy, holiness, and integrity. ⸻ Scriptures to Reflect On • Psalm 89:14 – Righteousness and justice are the foundation of God’s throne. • Deuteronomy 32:3–4 – All God’s ways are just, righteous, and perfect. • James 1:17 – Every good and perfect gift comes from the unchanging God. • Habakkuk 1:13 – God is perfectly holy and cannot approve evil. • Romans 3:25–26 – God is both just and the justifier of those who believe in Jesus. • Isaiah 33:22 – The Lord is our Judge, Lawgiver, King, and Savior. • Ecclesiastes 12:14 – God will bring every hidden work into judgment. • 2 Corinthians 5:21 – Christ bore our sin so that we might become righteous in Him. ⸻ Takeaway Thought God is not merely powerful—He is perfectly good. His throne is founded on righteousness and justice, so every command, judgment, and decision flows from His holy character. At the cross, the righteous King dealt fully with sin while making a way for sinners to be forgiven through Jesus Christ. Because His character never changes, we can trust His rule even when we do not fully understand His ways. ⸻ Stay Connected Grab a free digital copy of 30 Days of Patience and explore more resources in the Linktree below. All socials: @AwakenedBibleMinistries https://linktr.ee/AwakenedBibleMinistries [https://linktr.ee/AwakenedBibleMinistries] ⸻ Support This Ministry Awakened to Deliver is listener-supported. If this podcast blesses you, consider supporting the ministry through Cash App, Venmo, PayPal, or by becoming a monthly partner on Patreon. You’ll find all giving options in the Linktree above. ⸻ Music Credits • “Paphos” by Mountaineer Licensed through PremiumBeat by Shutterstock under a Creator License.

The Character of God — God as King – The Lord Reigns

Awakened to Deliver — The Character of God Week 28 — God as King Day 1 – The Lord Reigns Key Verse: Psalm 93:1–2 (WEBUS) “Yahweh reigns! He is clothed with majesty! Yahweh is armed with strength. The world also is established. It can’t be moved. Your throne is established from long ago. You are from everlasting.” ⸻ Episode Highlights • God has always reigned and His throne has never been challenged or threatened. • Unlike earthly rulers, God’s authority is eternal, absolute, and perfectly righteous. • The Lord upholds all creation by His power and sovereignly rules over every nation and every generation. • Through Jesus Christ, believers are rescued from the kingdom of darkness and brought into the Kingdom of God. • Because the Lord reigns, we can face life’s uncertainties with confidence, knowing our King is always on His throne. ⸻ Scriptures to Reflect On • Psalm 93:1–2 – The Lord reigns with everlasting majesty and strength. • Psalm 47:2 – God is the great King over all the earth. • Hebrews 1:3 – Christ upholds all things by His powerful word. • Daniel 2:21 – God removes kings and establishes kings. • Psalm 103:19 – The Lord’s throne is established in heaven and His kingdom rules over all. • Isaiah 6:1–3 – Isaiah sees the Lord seated on His throne. • Matthew 28:18 – All authority in heaven and on earth belongs to Jesus. • Mark 1:15 – Jesus proclaims the Kingdom of God and calls people to repentance. • Colossians 1:13 – Believers are transferred into the Kingdom of God’s beloved Son. ⸻ Takeaway Thought The Lord’s reign is not a future hope alone—it is a present reality. No matter how uncertain the world may seem, God’s throne remains secure. As citizens of His Kingdom, we can live with confidence, worship with joy, and faithfully follow our King, knowing that He rules over all things and will one day be recognized by every nation as the eternal King. ⸻ Stay Connected Grab a free digital copy of 30 Days of Patience and explore more resources in the Linktree below. All socials: @AwakenedBibleMinistries https://linktr.ee/AwakenedBibleMinistries [https://linktr.ee/AwakenedBibleMinistries] ⸻ Support This Ministry Awakened to Deliver is listener-supported. If this podcast blesses you, consider supporting the ministry through Cash App, Venmo, PayPal, or by becoming a monthly partner on Patreon. You’ll find all giving options in the Linktree above. ⸻ Music Credits • “Paphos” by Mountaineer Licensed through PremiumBeat by Shutterstock under a Creator License.

The Character of God — God as Father – The Father Who Welcomes Us Home

Awakened to Deliver — The Character of God Week 27 — God as Father Day 5 – The Father Who Welcomes Us Home Key Verse: Luke 15:20 (WEBUS) “He arose and came to his father. But while he was still far off, his father saw him, was moved with compassion, ran, embraced him, and kissed him.” ⸻ Episode Highlights • The parable of the prodigal son reveals the compassionate heart of the Father toward repentant sinners. • Sin promises freedom but ultimately leads to emptiness, while repentance leads us back to the Father’s embrace. • The Father welcomes those who come to Him through Jesus Christ with forgiveness, restoration, and adoption into His family. • Salvation is not earned by our efforts but received through God’s grace as we repent and place our faith in Christ. • The Father’s welcome points to our eternal hope of dwelling with Him forever in His heavenly home. ⸻ Scriptures to Reflect On • Luke 15:11–24 – The loving father welcomes his repentant son home. • Ephesians 1:3–6 – Believers are adopted as God’s children through Jesus Christ. • John 14:1–3 – Jesus prepares an eternal home for His people. • John 3:16 – The Father gave His Son so that all who believe would have eternal life. • Romans 5:8 – God demonstrated His love while we were still sinners. ⸻ Takeaway Thought No matter how far we have wandered, the Father’s heart is to welcome home all who repent and trust in Jesus Christ. Through His grace we are forgiven, restored, adopted into His family, and given the hope of an eternal home with Him. Because of Christ, we are no longer strangers or outsiders—we are beloved children of our heavenly Father. ⸻ Stay Connected Grab a free digital copy of 30 Days of Patience and explore more resources in the Linktree below. All socials: @AwakenedBibleMinistries https://linktr.ee/AwakenedBibleMinistries [https://linktr.ee/AwakenedBibleMinistries] ⸻ Support This Ministry Awakened to Deliver is listener-supported. If this podcast blesses you, consider supporting the ministry through Cash App, Venmo, PayPal, or by becoming a monthly partner on Patreon. You’ll find all giving options in the Linktree above. ⸻ Music Credits • “Paphos” by Mountaineer Licensed through PremiumBeat by Shutterstock under a Creator License.