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June 2, 2024
BC Boardman
An Ambassador is:
• A representative temporarily sent to a foreign country to represent the king or country that sent them.
• An authorized messenger who has the power to make decisions and to represent the will of the government, nation, or king he represents.
• An official representative who is authorized to speak on behalf of their sender.
2 Corinthians 5:20 We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God. New International Version
1 Peter 2:9 “But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light; …” New King James Version
Luke 17:20 Now when He was asked by the Pharisees when the kingdom of God would come, He answered them and said, "The kingdom of God does not come with observation; 21 nor will they say, "See here!" or "See there!" For indeed, the kingdom of God is within you." New King James Version
Mark 1:14 … Jesus came to Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God, … New King James Version
Matthew 10:7 "And as you go, preach, saying, 'The kingdom of heaven is at hand.'" New King James Version
Ambassadors Carry KINGDOM CULTURE
Kingdom Culture is counter cultural.
Whatever is broken in our culture, Kingdom culture is the cure.
Culture Shames You for Your Sin and Cancels Your Future. Jesus Cancels Your Sin and Frees Your Future. - Jeff Brodie
Ambassadors Carry KINGDOM AUTHORITY
Luke 10:19 I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you. New International Version
Matthew 16:19 “I will give you the keys (authority) of the kingdom of heaven; …” Amplified Bible
Matthew 16:19 “…and whatever you bind (declare to be improper and unlawful) on earth must be what is already bound in heaven; and whatever you loose (declare lawful) on earth must be what is already loosed in heaven.” Amplified Bible, Classic Edition
John 14:27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. New International Version
James 4:7 Surrender to God! Resist the devil, and he will run from you. Contemporary English Version
Ambassadors BUILD BRIDGES
2 Corinthians 3:2 …Your lives are a letter written in our hearts; everyone can read it and recognize our good work among you. New Living Translation
We belong to a KINGDOM before we belong to a COUNTRY.
Romans 12:17 “…Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. 18 If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. 19 Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: “It is mine to avenge; I will repay,” says the Lord. 20 On the contrary: “If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head.” 21 Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. New International Version
1 Timothy 2:1 So, first and foremost, I urge God’s people to pray. They should make their requests, petitions, and thanksgivings on behalf of all humanity. 2 Teach them to pray for kings (or anyone in high places for that matter) so that we can lead quiet, peaceful lives—reverent, godly, and holy— 3 all of which is good and acceptable before the eyes of God our Savior... The Voice