Frederick Osborn

This Gospel of the Kingdom Frederick Osborn

Both the Old and New Testaments describe the glory, majesty and sovereignty of God and His kingdom. What emerges out of all of these Scriptures is a picture of the kingdom that is eternal and universal. The Gospel writers made it clear that Jesus began His public ministry with the pronouncement that God's kingdom was "at hand." As a matter of fact, a careful reading of each of the gospels will reveal that much of Jesus' teaching was focused upon this idea of the present reality of the kingdom of God. The Gospels mention the kingdom of heaven or the kingdom of God some eighty-five times, and almost every time the terms are used, they are direct or indirect quotes from Jesus. Without question, the kingdom had a significant role in Jesus' teachings. Therefore, it is essential for all believers to know and understand these teachings to fully comprehend the reality and mysteries of the kingdom of heaven. The book of Revelation states that in the end, God will crush every kingdom that stands in opposition to His kingdom. Jesus confirmed this understanding of the kingdom of God; and at the same time added new depth and dimension to our understanding of the kingdom as being present in the midst of His people. "This Gospel of the Kingdom" book and Study Guide have been used by hundreds of pastors, ministry leaders, and Bible students to help them grasp the foundational teachings of Jesus Christ on the kingdom of heaven presented in His sermons and parables.