Statement: The Transformative Power of the Upside-Down Kingdom (04/25/'24)

Statement: The Transformative Power of the Upside-Down Kingdom God has orchestrated a transformative plan for our lives, one that involves turning our current states upside down to align us correctly. It is imperative that we move beyond the shadows of our past wrongdoings, embracing the truth that God represents unchanging life. In our spiritual pursuits, stagnation is nonexistent; we are either progressing toward Christ's likeness or regressing away from it. Our main objective should not be the fulfillment of our desires but rather the pursuit of freedom from them. A clear understanding of God's plan necessitates a clear vision of Jesus. He is the Christ who dramatically reshaped the world, as evidenced in scriptures such as Mark 10:32-52, Luke 6:12-49, and Acts 17:1-9. He introduced what could be described as 'The Upside-Down Kingdom.' Despite His birth during a tumultuous period between the Old and New Testaments, Jesus declared His kingdom as separate from worldly powers, asserting, "My kingdom is not of this world. If it were, my servants would fight to prevent my arrest by the Jewish leaders. But my kingdom is from another place" (John 18:36). This declaration underscores that His governance does not conform to earthly expectations but instead introduces a realm characterized by peace and deep spiritual significance. We are called to adhere to the principles of this upside-down kingdom, thereby realigning our lives with its divine origins. Pastor Steven G. Lee (April 25, 2024)