In Acts 1, the apostles asked Jesus, "Lord, will You at this time restore the Kingdom to Israel?" And Jesus said, "It is not for you to know....." Jesus then ascended into heaven to begin His reign as King. In Revelation 1:6 it says that He "has made us kings and priests to His God and Father...." So Jesus has elevated us, as Christians, to a very high level in the eyes of God.
But we must not get conceited about status. Yes, Jesus has given us a great boost. But on the other hand, he taught that we must humble ourselves in the kingdom. In Matthew 18, the "disciples came to Jesus, saying, 'Who then is greatest in the kingdom of heaven?' " Jesus called a little child to Him and said, "Assuredly, I say to you, unless you are converted and become as little children, you will by not means enter the kingdom of heaven."
Humility is a key factor in being in the kingdom of heaven.
Thanks for reading! See you next week.
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