Thought for the day

Salvation is not the same as living in the Kingdom of God for several key reasons:

1. Salvation is entry, the Kingdom is living under God’s rule:
Salvation refers to being saved from sin and its consequences (eternal separation from God), while living in the Kingdom means actively submitting to God’s reign and participating in His purposes.

2. Salvation is a one-time event; Kingdom living is a lifelong journey:
Salvation happens when a person accepts Christ (e.g., Romans 10:9), but living in the Kingdom involves ongoing obedience, discipleship, and transformation (e.g., Matthew 6:33).

3. Salvation is about relationship; Kingdom is about lordship:
Salvation reconciles a person to God. Living in the Kingdom means Jesus is not just Savior, but Lord — guiding every area of life.

4. Not all saved people live Kingdom lives:
A person can be saved but still live selfishly or ignore God’s call to action in the world. Living in the Kingdom requires intentional alignment with God’s values ( justice, mercy, humility).

In summary, salvation is the door; living in the Kingdom is walking the path beyond it.

Erick Bouwmeester
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