Receive the kingdom of God into your heart

"May your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth, as it is in heaven."

Jesus taught this prayer to His disciples before the kingdom of God came down. Did the kingdom come down after Jesus left? Yes. 

God sent His Holy Spirit and continues to baptize all who ask Him after they receive their initial salvation. The kingdom of God is the Holy Spirit (Romans 14:17). It is full of righteousness, peace, and joy! 

What happens when the kingdom comes? Righteousness, peace, and joy manifest. 

What happened when the kingdom came down on the disciples? The disciples became filled with the power of the Holy Spirit, witnessing wherever God took them. 

How is it in heaven? Heaven is full of praise and glory and joy to God. There's perfect peace and rest. What did the prayer say? On earth, as it is in heaven. 

What is the earth? We are the dust of this earth. The Holy Spirit came down into our hearts, so we dwell in the abounding joy and peace of God's heavenly presence. 

We sing Heaven is in my heart. Be refreshed and renewed in the presence of God daily. When our hearts are rejoicing daily in God, heaven will flow in and through us. We will witness across the church, home, work, and wherever God leads us.

Desire to be filled with Holy Spirit daily. Let heaven rejoice with us and in us. Maranatha, Praise God, and Amen.