God's Kingdom - Earth's New Rulership

The Bible is God's revelation to humans. The apostle Paul wrote: " When you received God's word, which you heard from us, you accepted it, not as the word of men, but just as it truthfully is, as the word of God." (1Thessalonians 2:13) The Bible contains what we need to know about God: information about his personality, his purposes and his requirements for. It has the best counsel on family life and daily conduct. It details prophecies that were fulfilled in the past,are being fulfilled now, and will be fulfilled in the future. Yes, "all Scripture is inspired of God and beneficial for teaching, for reproving, for setting things straight for disciplining in righteousness, that the man of God may be fully competent, completely equipped for every good work." - 2Timothy 3:16, 17/.

Of Paramount importance in the Bible is its theme: the vindication of God's sovereignty (his right to rule)by means of his heavenly Kingdom. Jesus made that the focal point of his ministry. "Jesus commenced preaching and saying: 'Repent, you people, for the kingdom of the heavens has drawn near.' " (Matthew 4:17) He showed what place it should have in our lives, urging : "Keep on, then seeking first the kingdom and his righteousness." (Matthew 6:33) He also showed how important it is by teaching his followers to pray to God: " Let your kingdom come. Let your will take place, as in heaven, also upon earth." Matthew 6:10.