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To be clothed in white garments (Revelation 3:4-5)
To be a pillar in the temple (Revelation 3:12)
The new name Jesus, shall be written upon the forehead 3:12)
Granted to sit with God in His throne (Revelation 3:21)
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These are all heavenly rewards that Jesus has prepared for His faithful overcomers, servants and followers.
10.5 The Kingdom of God
A Present Kingdom
The first manifestation of Jesus on earth was the kingdom of God on eardv and the activity of God through Christ and the Church (Isaiah 29:18- 19; 35:4-6; 16:1-11; Matthew 4:17; 12:28; Mark 1:15). When God created man. His plan from the beginning was that man might know how to serve his God in love, and live with Him in happiness for eternity. The present kingdom of God is actively relying on earth since Christ began working on earth with
the Church. The Kingdom of God is righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit (Matthew 16:18-19; Romans 14:17; Colossians 1:12-14; Revelation 1:6,9).
B Future Kingdom
The future kingdom of God is the second manifestation of Jesus Christ to take away His bride, the Church, and reign forever (Matthew 6:10; 16:28; Mark 9:1; Luke 9:27; II Peter 3; Revelation 5:10; 19:20).
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The Names that Define the Kingdom of God
Paradise means "a garden place". This name also refers to the Garden ofEdenwhereAdamandEvewerelivingbeforetheirfall. Nowpar adise is a temporary resting-place for the saints until the day of resur rection (Heb. 12:22-23; II Cor. 12:2-4; Luke 23:43).
"My Father's house " - Jesus said. In my Father's house are many mansions..." This name refers to the kingdom (heavenly house) of God where one can live forever (John 14: 2).
Heavenly country - This name indicates that there exists a heavenly promised land. As the Israelites entered the promised land of Canaan, we shall also enter the kingdom of heaven (Hebrews 11:13-16).
A city - This name implies that there is a city in heaven having people with one heart and strong unity (Hebrews 11:10; Revelation 22:14).
New Jerusalem -This city is prepared for the saints of the Church to live in forever and ever (Revelation 21).
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The Three Steps To the Kingdom of God
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