(a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. Luke 15:7 I say to you that likewise there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine just persons who need no repentance. He told them to offer healing and peace, and to announce that the Kingdom … THE KINGDOM AT HAND. After all, that is what Jesus’ parables are for –to grow our trust in God. 2 After agreeing with the laborers for a denarius 1 a day, he sent them into his vineyard. Although some teach that both brothers represent Christians. Or (referring to what precedes or follows). As previously indicated, the expression kingdom of heaven is confined to Matthew’s Gospel. Let’s take a look. Yet you never gave me even a young goat so I could celebrate with my friends. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. 3 And he said: “Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father in heaven.'" 13.33 Here Jesus speaks about the transforming power of the Kingdom. 13.33 Here Jesus speaks about the transforming power of the Kingdom. The Kingdom of Heaven and “the Kingdom of God” frequently are used synonymously and interchangeably, but. Verb - Present Participle Active - Dative Masculine Singular. The Psalmist for instance wrote: “Jehovah hath established his throne in the heavens; and his kingdom ruleth over all” (Ps 103:19, ASV). It becomes a large bush, and the ‘birds of the sky come and dwell in its branches’” (Matthew 13:31-32). First the Kids is a ministry within a non profit organization called First the Kingdom where we equip believers to share the gospel. THE LEAVEN OF THE KINGDOM (Luke 13:20-21) 13:20-21 Again Jesus said, "To what will I liken the kingdom of God? – Luke 15:3-7 In Luke’s gospel, Jesus tells a similar story...however the parameters have changed. Then Jesus told them this parable: “Suppose one of you has a hundred sheep and loses one of them. 16 “The Law and the Prophets were proclaimed until John. The sheep was lost; there is not so much as a mention of it crying out for help. Jesus sent an advance party to the places he planned to go himself. They help to define your relationship with God. “Meanwhile, the older son was in the field. All these years I’ve been slaving for you and never disobeyed your orders. No one is too insignificant for His attention. We aren’t told how the shepherd knew that his sheep was lost; but he did. The shepherd started and finished the rescue. People's Bible Notes for Luke 15:7. Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because. A Problem Passage: Luke 17.20-21. Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers, NT Gospels: Luke 15:7 I tell you that even so there (Luke Lu Lk). It’s this grand compassion of His that draws us to Him. In fact, passages such as Matthew 12:28 and Luke 17:20–21 are critical to the “kingdom now” theology of the emergent church. 44 “Again, the Kingdom of Heaven is like treasure hidden in the field, which a man found and hid. “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” And in verses 7-8, John says: “You brood of vipers, who warned you to flee from the wrath to come? Lu 15:7 Joy shall be in heaven. The woman displays some of the same qualities of the shepherd; however, the emphasis of this story is on her zeal. "Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant seeking fine pearls, and upon finding one pearl of … 7 The Dragnet. “But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him. The son refused to go into his father’s house. or, lo there! I hope you have “come into His house.”. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. - Luke 19:10 Props: A large box labeled “Lost & Found.” Various items to place in the box (a baby doll, a pacifier, a jacket, a cell phone, a book, etc. “Therefore the kingdom of heaven is like a certain king who wanted to settle accounts with his servants. Most of these references occur in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke.While the exact term is not found in the Old Testament, the existence of God’s Kingdom is expressed similarly in the Old Testament. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.’. Bring the best robe and put it on him. Moreover, Jesus declares in Matthew 18:3, "Assuredly, I say to you, unless you are converted and become as little children, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven." It was given because of a dispute between the disciples and teacher that the offended should seek reconciliation (Mat 18:15-17), and that forgiveness should be without limit (Mat 18:21-22). Luke 5:32 I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance. That wealth is a reflection of the inheritance that God has given each one of us. 17 And Jesus answering said, Were there not ten cleansed? The coin was lost; it was the woman who began and completed the search. Or, than. If we work underground in mines or live on the plains or travel the seas, He knows just when we realize that we are lost. “When he came to his senses, he said, ‘How many of my father’s hired men have food to spare, and here I am starving to death! “He who has ears to hear, let him hear.” Now the tax collectors and “sinners” were all gathering around to hear him. It was the father who kept diligently watching the horizon for his son. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. And, if you would care to share them, please email them to me. The use of "kingdom" here comes from a time when there were many different kings - who were basically tribal rulers - in different regions. The kingdom of heaven was inaugurated on earth by Christ. Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child shall in no wise enter therein. The background here is that Jesus is eating with tax collectors and sinners and the Pharisees … Repentance means a change of mind or heart. Than over ninety and nine righteous persons. Matthew 13:47-50 Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a net that was thrown into the sea and gathered fish of every kind. From hamartano; sinful, i.e. .” But we are going to look at them from a different view point –that of the finder. Does she not light a lamp, sweep the house and search carefully until she finds it? No, not. I am, exist. From metanoeo; compunction; by implication, reversal (another's) decision). . Read the "Parables of the Mustard Seed" (Luke 13:18-19) of the "Yeast" (Luke 13: 20-22). Lu 15:7 Joy shall be in heaven. 18 There are not found that returned to give glory to God, save this stranger. He divided it so that everyone’s debt is paid in full; with no exception. – Luke 15:7 The lesson in Luke’s version is: God celebrates when a lost soul is found. Scofield Reference Notes [4] the kingdom of heaven The Father rejoices and the Son and the angels with him. The Parable of the Leaven (also called the Parable of the yeast) is one of the shortest parables of Jesus. Matthew 18 New International Version (NIV) The Greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven. ¶“47'Again', said Jesus, 'The kingdom of Heaven is like a net that … First, he was acutely aware that one of his sheep was lost. According to the parable, the object of the shepherd’s dedication was a lost sheep. The present experience of the Kingdom is only a partial experience of what it will be like when the Future has completely arrived at the Second Coming of Jesus. But how much did even he have to do with his final destination? The one son –the Christian– knows that he has squandered his inheritance with sinful living. So he called one of the servants and asked him what was going on. The Church is the seed and beginning of this kingdom. New King James Version. Does he not leave the ninety-nine in the open country and go after the lost sheep until he finds it? || (This page was last updated on Mar 28, 2020), "It's hard to understand, why not make it simpler? I’m working through Luke’s gospel and focusing on Jesus’ thoughts regarding the kingdom of God. The Kingdom of Heaven and “the Kingdom of God” frequently are used synonymously and interchangeably, but. The present experience of the Kingdom is only a partial experience of what it will be like when the Future has completely arrived at the Second Coming of Jesus. Joy, gladness, a source of joy. Then he calls his friends and neighbors together and says, ‘Rejoice with me; I have found my lost sheep.’ I tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent. Over one sinner that repenteth. However, that sheep could have been full grown and heavy –an adult like you or me! In any case, no distinction in sense is to be assumed between the two expressions (ct., e.g., Matthew 5:3 with Luke 6:20) (p. 656). Let’s have a feast and celebrate. The kingdom of God is good news (Luke 4:43) The kingdom of God is for the poor (Luke 6:20) The kingdom of God requires single-minded perseverance (Luke 9:62) The kingdom of God is sometimes small but will have huge influence (Luke 13:18-19) Not everyone will enter the kingdom of God (Luke 13:28;14:15-23) But anyone from anywhere can (Luke 13:29) This is describing the refuge, the shelter, or the sanctuary , of God. for, behold, the kingdom of God is within you. Here are some notable qualities of that shepherd. 4.) As in this passage, Jesus often said something to the effect of “Let those who have ears hear.” He divided His audience in two groups. He longed to fill his stomach with the pods that the pigs were eating, but no one gave him anything. But there is more depth shown in his forgiveness and acceptance. The Presented Kingdom (The Kingdom presented to its subjects by the King himself) 3.) The Prophesied Kingdom (The Kingdom foretold in the Old Testament) 2.) It was the father who made the relationship whole again. The Unmerciful Servant (Mat 18:23-35) – The conduct of the Members of The Kingdom of Heaven towards each other during this dispensation. Since that time, the good news of the kingdom of God is being preached, and everyone is forcing their way into it. Lastly, he was joyful –in finding his sheep and in celebrating his find with others. In, on, among. Nevertheless, do not rejoice at this, that the spirits submit to you, but rejoice that your names are written in heaven.” – Luke 10:1-11, 16-20 . He carried it. 20 And when he was demanded of the Pharisees, when the kingdom of God should come, he answered them and said, The kingdom of God cometh not with observation: 21 Neither shall they say, Lo here! “Or suppose a woman has ten silver coins and loses one. There are three parables in Luke 15. The Leaven: Matt. And we see the exceptional permissiveness of the father who not only allowed his son to go, but financed the whole experience. One. A primary particle of distinction between two connected terms; disjunctive, or; comparative, than. For this reason, during His earthly ministry, Jesus made comments such as, “If I cast out demons with the finger of God, surely the kingdom of God has come upon you” (Luke 11:20). ). “Entering the house” depicts accepting God’s gift of eternal life –presence with Him. τ. οὐρ. You. 19 And he said unto him, Arise, go thy way: thy faith hath made thee whole. Verse 7. It is like a grain of mustard seed that a man took and sowed in his garden, and it grew and became a tree, and the birds of the air made nests in its branches.” (Luke 13:18-19) Jesus anticipated the misconceptions people would have about the kind of redemption and the type of kingdom he was bringing upon them. The most misunderstood passage about the kingdom of God is Luke 17.20-21. The Postponed Kingdom (The King defers and conceals the Kingdom from His subjects upon their rejection of his Kingship.) From the base of chraomai or chre; employment, i.e. Matthew 11:12 The key to understanding Jesus' words lies in understanding how the phrase "kingdom of God" or "kingdom of heaven" is used.We know that the Kingdom of God has a future aspect, when Christ will rule over the nations and His glorified brothers and sisters will reign with Him. 1 Chron 29:11-12). And when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders and goes home. Nothing gets past Him. This kingdom will be the prelude to His kingdom in eternity after God creates a new heaven and new earth. International Standard Version He told them another parable: "The kingdom from heaven is like yeast that a woman took and mixed with three measures of flour until all of it was leavened." 19 And he said unto him, Arise, go thy way: thy faith hath made thee whole. (CCC #567) Everyone is called to enter the kingdom. So the kingdom of heaven relates to the consciousness of accepting the ultimate authority of the Supreme Being. 18 There are not found that returned to give glory to God, save this stranger. Daniel also makes the statement that the “God of heaven” will “set up a kingdom, which shall never be destroyed” (Dan 2:44; confirmed in the prophecy of Dan 7:13-14, 27.) According to Vine’s, the two are not the same. Jesus continued: “There was a man who had two sons. * The netherworld: the underworld, the place of the dead (Acts 2:27, 31) here contrasted with heaven; see also note on Mt 11:23. Luke 15:29 And he answering said to his father, Lo, these many years do I serve thee, neither transgressed I at any time thy commandment: and yet thou never gavest me a kid, that I might make merry with my friends: Luke 16:15 And he said unto them, Ye are they which justify yourselves before men; but God knoweth your hearts: for that which is highly esteemed among men is abomination in the sight of God. New American Standard Bible. Scripture taken from the Holy Bible, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®. (Verses like Luke 15:10) Proverbs 30:12 - There is a generation that are pure in their own eyes, and yet is not washed from their filthiness. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. The gospels of Luke and Mark tend to prefer the term "kingdom of God". So he went and hired himself out to a citizen of that country, who sent him to his fields to feed pigs. Calm delight. Matthew, the former tax collector turned disciple of Jesus of Nazareth, often wrote about the Kingdom of Heaven. He didn’t drag it, push it, or even lead it. Found throughout the New Testament emphasizing the Son of God and a spiritual kingdom. "This kingdom shone out before men in the word, in the works and in the presence of Christ" (LG 5). It is like leaven, which a woman took and hid in three measures of meal, until the whole was leavened." The father has most of the same character qualities as the shepherd and the woman. Luke 5:32 - I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance. KG is the realm where God exists in complete authority, full of righteousness and holiness, and where His rule is acknowledged in the hearts of believers. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 by Biblica, Inc. All rights reserved worldwide. When it was full, men drew it ashore and sat down and sorted the good into containers but threw away the bad. Repentance means a change of mind or heart. She was searching everywhere to find her coin. Either way, the shepherd joyfully put it on his shoulders and carried it back to his own home. not always. but where are the nine? So it will be at the end of the age. (6:33) "Not everyone who says to me, 'Lord, Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of my Father who is in heaven." 17 It is easier for heaven and earth to disappear than for the least stroke of a pen to drop out of the Law. Than over ninety and nine righteous persons. Bring the fattened calf and kill it. These stories tell us about our Finder –our God –our Savior! The son left his father. Lesson PPT CUE Main Point: Jesus came to look for lost people and save them. “But the father said to his servants, ‘Quick! And when the son was way out in the distance, the father began making the preparations for celebrating the son’s return. But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, “This man welcomes sinners and eats with them.” (Luke 14:35b-15:2). A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. This shoots an arrow right to the heart of why Jesus came and how wonderful our salvation is. βασ. First the Kids. That’s turning from what the books of James and Hebrews refer to as “works that lead to death” –religious acts (they are based on self-righteousness). The Kingdom can transform society in general and individuals in particular. What is seen in this parable, that isn’t seen in the others, is a wealthy finder. “Not long after that, the younger son got together all he had, set off for a distant country and there squandered his wealth in wild living. Now that you have read these passages, it might be beneficial for you to write the qualities that you find to be important for each finder. Vine’s goes on to say that God is the antithesis … It is all that He had to give – it is the life of His Son as payment for all of the sins of all persons in the world for all times. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one. To have, hold, possess. On the basis of the findings above, KH in Matthew is not designed to show a denotative difference between the KH and the KG. Clearly, the dwelling place of God — the kingdom where our Lord reigns — is in heaven and it rests on earth too (2 Chronicles 6:21 and 41). People's Bible Notes for Luke 15:7. Literal Standard Version The phrase ‘Kingdom of God’ (also ‘Kingdom of Heaven’ or ‘Kingdom of Light’) appears more than 80 times in the New Testament. Since he was not able to pay, the master ordered that he and his wife and his children and all that he had be sold to repay the debt. You might say that the son realized his situation and turned homeward. The younger one said to his father, ‘Father, give me my share of the estate.’ So he divided his property between them. One recent writer has remarked that “the ascension is, I think, a subject richer and more instructive than is commonly recognized.”1 A description of the event occurs in only two places in the New Testament, both written by Luke (Luke 24:50-51, Acts 1:6-11) but the New Testament refers to it in many places and it is also foreshadowed in the Old Testament. It is the smallest of all the seeds, yet when full-grown it is the largest of plants. Luke 14:15 New King James Version (NKJV) The Parable of the Great Supper. Luke 17:20-22 King James Version (KJV). Early in his Gospel account of Christ’s life he stated: “In those days John the Baptist came preaching in the wilderness of Judea, and saying, ‘Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand!’” (Matthew 3:1-2, emphasis added throughout). From chairo; cheerfulness, i.e. The reality shows through in the passage where the servant asked the older son to come into the house and join in the celebration. Heaven is Perfect We know from all the words of Jesus that Heaven is the place of eternal life with God after we depart this world. Most of these references occur in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke.While the exact term is not found in the Old Testament, the existence of God’s Kingdom is expressed similarly in the Old Testament. I tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent. “I say to you, among those born of women there is no one greater than John; yet he who is least in the kingdom of God is greater than he,” (Luke 7:28). THE KINGDOM AT HAND. This is an illustration which Jesus took from his own home. Read full chapter. Nothing! (6:10) "But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." Luke 18:29-30 In his joy, he goes and sells all that he has and buys that field. or, lo there! Used by permission. The Kingdom of God is like a mustard seed that grows into an enormous tree and the Kingdom of Heaven is like yeast that a woman took and mixed in with three measures of flour until all of it was leaven. I say unto you, that likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, more than over ninety and nine just persons, which need no repentance. If the kingdom of God is a future reign of Christ, how do the Beatitudes relate to us in the present? That sheep wasn’t necessarily a little lamb –which conjures up the image of a child. So his father went out and pleaded with him. Key Verse: The Son of Man came to look for the lost and save them. "The kingdom of heaven is like a treasure hidden in the field, which a man found and hid again; and from joy over it he goes and sells all that he has and buys that field. The use of “kingdom of heaven” in Matthew is certainly due to the tendency in Judaism to avoid the direct use of the name of God. - I say unto you, that likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, more than over ninety and nine just persons, which need no repentance. In fact, passages such as Matthew 12:28 and Luke 17:20–21 are critical to the “kingdom now” theology of the emergent church. The Kingdom of God (Theos) – a spiritual kingdom, just like God is a Spirit (John 4:24), so is this kingdom. But we had to celebrate and be glad, because this brother of yours was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.’” (Luke 15:11-32). “The kingdom of heaven is like leaven that a woman took and hid in three measures of flour, till it was all leavened.” Matthew 13:24 ESV / 5 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful He put another parable before them, saying, “The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a man who sowed good seed in his field, Luke 17:20-37 New King James Version (NKJV) The Coming of the Kingdom. Not quite so obvious is the fact that he was permissive, he allowed his sheep to travel the expanse of the field –and come to the realization that it desperately needed him. Luke 15:32 It was meet that we should make merry, and be glad: for this thy brother was dead, and is alive again; and was lost, and is found. 20 “For the kingdom of heaven is like a master of a house who went out early in the morning to hire laborers for his vineyard. Over one sinner that repenteth. I say to you, that likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repents, more than over ninety and nine just persons, which need no repentance. I will set out and go back to my father and say to him: Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. Let’s start with the introduction passage. So in the Bible we see the hand of God act directly upon and with people, like Moses and Ezra. But when this son of yours who has squandered your property with prostitutes comes home, you kill the fattened calf for him!’, “‘My son,’ the father said, ‘you are always with me, and everything I have is yours. “The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed that a person took and sowed in a field. I am no longer worthy to be called your son; make me like one of your hired men.’ So he got up and went to his father. Being lost was sufficient to know that it needed his shepherd. After His return at the battle of Armageddon He will occupy the throne of David in Jerusalem and establish His earthly kingdom. to advance the interests of the heavenly kingdom, Matthew 19:12; ἕνεκεν τῆς βασ. "But," the Master went on to say, "what I looked for in vain on earth, see, I have found in heaven. Then he calls his friends and neighbors together and says, ‘Rejoice with me; I have found my lost sheep.’. Luke 17:21 Context. Thus, so, in this manner. 20 And when he was demanded of the Pharisees, when the kingdom of God should come, he answered them and said, The kingdom of God cometh not with observation: 21 Neither shall they say, Lo here! The concept of the universe as a divine kingdom over which God as King rules sovereignly is a familiar theme in the Scriptures (cp. As he began the settlement, a man who owed him ten thousand bags of gold was brought to him. It didn’t need to be scolded and embarrassed even more. Daniel 7 adds to the context of the coming everlasting kingdom by noting that the earthly kingdoms will be usurped by the God of heaven, who will give the kingdom to the Son of Man. Kingdom of God will unfold in five distinct stages; 1.) Its keys are entrusted to Peter. Luke 15:7. The other –the self-righteous one– hates his brother, stating that he has been doing good works all of his life and remains unsatisfied. And it wasn’t merely turned out into the open field with the others –he took it into his house with him! Although it is the smallest of all seeds, yet it grows into the largest of garden plants and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and nest in its branches." Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular. The sheep was lost and knew it was lost. From meta and noieo; to think differently or afterwards, i.e. (Luke 15:3-7). Like the parables of the Kingdom of Heaven, each of these parables can increase our understanding –and our faith– by adding another facet to our Finder’s character. (7:21) Matthew 13:47-50. Verb - Future Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Singular. on earth as it is in heaven." Ninety. “The son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. It’s turning to Jesus for salvation –resulting with great rejoicing in heaven. From dike; equitable; by implication, innocent, holy. (Verses like Luke 5:32) Luke 15:10 - Likewise, I say unto you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth. Luke 18:9-11 And he spake this parable unto certain which trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others: …. Perhaps from the same as oros; the sky; by extension, heaven; by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel. A sinner. Luke 15:1: 15:4-7pp — Mt 18:12-14; * I have observed Satan fall like lightning: the effect of the mission of the seventy-two is characterized by the Lucan Jesus as a symbolic fall of Satan. The Kingdom of God is present and active in the air that we’re breathing! "The kingdom of heaven is like yeast that a woman mixed into a large amount of flour until the yeast worked its way through all the dough." Assuredly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God as a little child will by no means enter it.”. Reconsider. 168 likes. 18 At that time the disciples came to Jesus and asked, “Who, then, is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” 2 He called a little child to him, and placed the child among them. (Luke 15:3-7) Including an alternate form scheo skheh'-o; a primary verb; to hold. After he had spent everything, there was a severe famine in that whole country, and he began to be in need. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. They are usually referred to by titles that begin with the words “The parable of the Lost. He was wholeheartedly dedicated to do whatever it took to recover that sheep. That "comes to himself", decides to leave off sin and to serve God. When he came near the house, he heard music and dancing. “Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant seeking fine pearls, and upon finding one pearl of great value, he went and sold all that he had and bought it. The Father rejoices and the Son and the angels with him. Compare Mark 1:15, Matthew 4:17, Matthew 10:7 and 8, Luke 10:9 and 11, and Luke 11:20. “I say to you, among those born of women there is no one greater than John; yet he who is least in the kingdom of God is greater than he,” (Luke 7:28). An affair; also occasion, demand, requirement or destitution. He was compassionate: he searched for it, he picked it up, he carried it, he took to his home. Instead, KH functions to orientate the Jewish reader back to Daniel 2–7, where the Kingdom from the God of Heaven was promised to supplant the kingdoms of the earth. We truly enter into kingdom … The Leaven: Matt. Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Plural. He put before them another parable: "The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed that a man planted in his field. Jesus followed with the Parable of the Great Banquet (Luke 14:18-24, partial parallel in Matthew 22:2-14), the point of which was that the Jews (who had been invited to the banquet but made excuses) would be displaced by the Gentiles. That "comes to himself", decides to leave off sin and to serve God. She virtually brought out search lights and rescue dogs to find what she knew was missing. Like Matthew 12:28, this statement is also interpreted by “kingdom now” theologians to indicate that Christ began a spiritual form of the Messianic kingdom at His First Advent. But he answered his father, ‘Look! [44] Foster, following the New International Dictionary of New Testament Theology , finds 34 uses in Luke, but a lemma search with the Logos Greek morphology tool indicates that there are 35 uses. It does not mean "the Kingdom of God when Jesus Christ returns. " That is not what Jesus means. || Word meanings are derived from "Strong's Exhaustive Concordance." is used of God, making men partners of his kingdom, Luke 12:32; παραλαμβάνειν of those who are made partners, Hebrews 12:28. διὰ τὴν βασ. There were the unrighteous, lost who used their ears to hear Him –and there were the self-righteous, religious, pious who didn’t. Then the father pleaded with him to come in but the son still refused. To be sure, the expression heavenly kingdom is found in 2 Timothy 4:18, but there is no contextual evidence that this is an identical expression. The kingdom of heaven is like a king who wanted to settle accounts with his servants. 15 Now when one of those who sat at the table with Him heard these things, he said to Him, “Blessed is he who shall eat bread in the kingdom of God!” Luke 17:20 Context. I say unto you, that likewise joy shall be heaven In the church below, and among the members of it; which is sometimes called heaven, especially in the book of the Revelations; or in heaven above, and among the angels there; see ( Luke 15:10) Over one sinner that repenteth;
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