The sermon emphasizes the importance of talking about Jesus' kingdom and return, and prioritizing God's kingdom in our lives.
This sermon emphasizes the importance of acknowledging Jesus' kingdom and His imminent return, despite resistance or differing theological views. It recounts a personal encounter with a Muslim cabinet minister who recognized the reality of sin and the certainty of Jesus' second coming. The speaker challenges listeners to prioritize building God's kingdom and to pray for His reign over corrupt earthly systems. The message urges introspection on whether the kingdom of God truly resides in the hearts of believers, highlighting the significance of dedicating one's life to God's work.
Full Transcript
...presented my father. That was in connection with Mr. Billy Graham's campaign. I said, Why they were discussing what name shall we give this campaign? Horrid big men, and I was a youthful person.
I said, God's end time call to this city. Oh no, oh no. Some people would not agree with that theology.
So, there is a preaching which does not want to talk of Jesus' kingdom and of his return. I thought it was a complete absurdity. But these hoary men, theologians and others, Oh, let us tread softly.
Oh, let us not ruffle people. If we say, Jesus is coming again, then they get annoyed. You know, I withstood a man who became a central minister in Delhi.
And he was very angry. His question I answered. What is wrong with my bringing gold into the country? I said, that is smuggling.
That is sin. Oh, he was annoyed, very annoyed. I do not know when he himself had done it or whatever.
But he became a cabinet minister. But he immediately collected himself. And he said, I know that Jesus will come again.
He was a Muslim. That morning when I was speaking to him in person, he was just in the process of going to the mosque. Yes.
Sin is sin. And he understood that Jesus will come again. And he knew.
And he said, When he comes again, I want to be on the right path. Right side. My dear people, what our theologians are dimmering about, people of the world know to be a fact.
Now when Jesus comes again, will he find that you have been building his kingdom? He taught you to pray. My kingdom come. Did you ever pray that cave prayer? Lord, I am ashamed.
I am fed up with these unrighteous, corrupt kingdoms. I want your kingdom. Of the increase of your kingdom.
I want to do everything I can for your kingdom. Did you ever say, See, to many people, religion is an entertainment. And sometimes I feel very bad that I am preaching over the heads of the people.
And I say, what is going into their heart? Is the kingdom of God going into your heart? Or is this some kind of cinema you are watching here? My dear people, Nehemiah said, I am doing a great work. You know, some of our brothers, you must realize that they will think that they are very godly people. They draw the line at this point.
Yes, I am ready for my daughter to marry some fine boy. But, but, but, but, Not a preacher. What would I have done? My dear people, So, in a way, This is the lowest job on earth.
Serving the Indian government is the highest job. Or American government, or whatever government is the highest.
Sermon Outline
- I. Introduction to the sermon
- A. Joshua Daniel's personal experience with Mr. Billy Graham's campaign
- B. The importance of talking about Jesus' kingdom and return
- II. The danger of not talking about Jesus' kingdom and return
- A. The example of theologians who want to tread softly
- B. The example of a Muslim who understood the importance of Jesus' return
- III. The importance of building Jesus' kingdom
- A. The example of Nehemiah's work in building the wall
- B. The importance of praying for the kingdom to come
- IV. The danger of being distracted from God's kingdom
- A. The example of people who think serving the government is the highest job
- B. The importance of prioritizing God's kingdom
Key Quotes
“Sin is sin.” — Joshua Daniel
“My kingdom come.” — Joshua Daniel
“Did you ever say, See, to many people, religion is an entertainment.” — Joshua Daniel
Application Points
- We should prioritize God's kingdom in our lives and make it a priority in our daily lives.
- We should pray for the kingdom to come and ask God to increase His kingdom in our lives.
- We should recognize the importance of Jesus' kingdom and return, and not be distracted by worldly priorities.
