The book of Mark opens with the announcement that Jesus began his public preaching ministry with the Gospel of God. Those unfamiliar with the Old Testament might confuse this message with what is thought to be the intent of the Prophets. God, long before the beginning of the New Testament era, promised that he would come to this earth in physical permanent manifestation to exercise a sovereign administration. Jude 14-15 records that Enoch, the 7th from Adam, prophesied this very thing. What exactly is the essence of this promise, and how are we to understand the fulfillment yet to come? This is the essence of our study today.
Disciples Disciple (Reproduce)
"Understanding the Gospel from God the Father"
Mark 1:14-15 [7.9.23]
The Kingdom of God: Realm vs. Rule
The Sovereign Administration of God
Jude 1:1-5 – the physical manifestation of God
Vv. 14b-15
“Look! The Lord comes with tens of thousands of his holy ones (1) to execute judgment on all and (2) to convict all the ungodly concerning all the ungodly acts that they have done in an ungodly way, and concerning all the harsh things ungodly sinners have said against him.”
Revelation 14:6-7 -- The Eternal Gospel
“Fear God and give him glory, because the hour of his judgment has come. Worship the one who made heaven and earth, the sea and the springs of water.”
The Permanent Physical Manifestation of God on the Earth
Power over Satan and his Demonic Forces cannot resist Jesus and those who exercise his power and authority. Luke 11:14-20
The Finger of God equals the power of God.
Power over Spiritual forces
Power over natural law
Power to forgive sins
Power to heal diseases