Yesterday’s message, “The Purpose of the King,” called us to slow down and refocus on the heart of Jesus and the reason He came. In a world that often centers on power, position, and personal gain, this sermon reminded us that the Kingdom of God operates very differently. To understand the Kingdom, we must first understand the King and His purpose.
Jesus did not come merely to start a religion or establish an institution. He came to reveal the Father and to restore what had been lost. From the beginning of His ministry, His message was clear and consistent. He preached the Kingdom. Everything Jesus said, did, and demonstrated flowed from that purpose. Healing the sick, forgiving sin, casting out demons, and teaching truth were all expressions of the King making His Kingdom known.
The purpose of the King was not domination but redemption. He did not rule through force but through love, sacrifice, and obedience to the Father. His authority was not rooted in control but in compassion. Even when the crowds expected a political deliverer, Jesus revealed a greater mission, one that addressed the condition of the heart before the condition of the world.
Understanding the purpose of the King also reshapes our own purpose. If we belong to His Kingdom, then our lives are no longer about building our own platforms or pursuing our own agendas. We are called to live under His rule, reflect His character, and advance His Kingdom wherever we are planted. The King’s purpose becomes the pattern for our lives.
Jesus showed us that true greatness in the Kingdom is found in servanthood. He laid down His life, not to secure a throne on earth, but to open the way for eternal life. The cross was not a detour from His purpose; it was the fulfillment of it. Through His death and resurrection, the King reclaimed authority and invited us into a restored relationship with God.
As we reflect on this message, we are reminded that the Kingdom is not just something we wait for in the future. It is a present reality that shapes how we live today. When we align our hearts with the purpose of the King, our priorities shift. Our decisions change. Our lives begin to reflect the values of heaven rather than the pressures of the world.
The call of this sermon was simple but profound. Know the King. Understand His purpose. Live in alignment with His rule. When we do, we find clarity, peace, and meaning that cannot be found anywhere else.
May we continue to seek the King, submit to His purpose, and faithfully represent His Kingdom in every area of our lives.
With Kingdom focus,
Pastor Chris Tullis
Grace Church
“Empowered by Grace, Living in Faith, Growing in Christ”
