Kingdom Discipleship, Kingdom Living

Come, Lord Jesus

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A Call to the Kingdom Life

This is not the end. It is only the beginning.

Throughout this series, we’ve journeyed through the Kingdom—its nature, its call, its power, and its people. We’ve looked to our King and learned what it means to live as citizens of heaven while still walking the earth. And now, as every disciple must do, we look ahead.

The King is returning. And until He does, we are to live ready, love deeply, stand boldly, and pass the truth faithfully.

“The Spirit and the Bride say, ‘Come!’”
— Revelation 22:17

The Kingdom Life Is Now and Not Yet

We live in the tension between the already and the not yet. The Kingdom has come in power—but its fullness is still to come in glory. And so we labor, not in vain, but in hope.

“Seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness…”
— Matthew 6:33

“Live as if the Kingdom is already among you—for it is.”
— Ignatius of Antioch, Letter to the Philadelphians

The Call Is Urgent, Holy, and Beautiful

This world is not our home. We are pilgrims, priests, ambassadors, soldiers, and servants. The King is calling His Church to rise in holiness and humility, to shine as a light in a dark world, and to prepare the way of the Lord.

“Let your loins be girded and your lamps burning.”
— Luke 12:35

We Leave a Legacy by Living Faithfully

Every generation must decide: will we live for this world, or will we live for His Kingdom? Will we compromise, or will we consecrate? We pass on the Kingdom by living it—with tears, truth, trials, and triumph.

“Be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord…”
— 1 Corinthians 15:58

The Bride Must Be Ready

We are not called to build empires—but to prepare the Bride. Our homes, churches, and hearts must be made ready. Because our Lord comes swiftly.

“Surely I am coming soon.”
— Revelation 22:20
“Amen. Come, Lord Jesus.”

Until Then…

  • Seek the Kingdom
  • Live as citizens of heaven
  • Make disciples
  • Love not your life, even unto death
  • And watch the skies

Sources:

  • The Holy Bible — Revelation 22:17–21; Matthew 6:33; Luke 12:35–40; 1 Corinthians 15:58; Hebrews 10:23–25
  • Ignatius of Antioch, Letter to the Philadelphians
  • Clement of Rome, 1 Clement 50
  • Didache, ch. 16
  • Hermas, Mandate 13
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I’m a follower of Christ, learning daily to walk the narrow path laid out in His Word. Through Rooted & Raised: Anchoring Women & Children in Christ, I simply seek to point others back to Scripture, tested by the Holy Spirit, lived out in faith, and anchored in truth. ● This space isn’t about lofty theology or grand platforms. It’s about humble obedience, Kingdom living, and helping others, especially women and families, rediscover the kind of faith that bears fruit, costs something, and reflects the love of Christ. My heart is to encourage others as I learn, grow, and surrender alongside them. ● This space isn’t built on lofty theology or big platforms, it’s grounded in humble obedience, Kingdom living, and encouraging women and families to rediscover a faith that bears fruit, costs something, and reflects the love of Christ. ● I don’t have a budget for an editor, publisher, or team behind the scenes. Everything you see here is created prayerfully and paid for out of pocket, using the tools I can afford to help present a clear, polished message of truth and hope. ● If you're blessed by what you read and would like to contribute toward this work, you’re welcome to support via: 📲 Cash App: $RootedRaised

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