Claiming Your Divine Rights as Kingdom Citizens
Summary
As a child of God, you are granted covenantal privileges akin to the rights and privileges of citizenship in a country. These divine rights are yours to claim, yet the tragedy lies in not knowing or utilizing them, thus missing out on the benefits they offer. As a kingdom citizen, you are under God's covenantal umbrella, and He desires for you to understand and claim these rights. This understanding allows you to fully benefit from the grace and blessings provided to you as a member of His family. It is crucial not to live in this world without reaping the benefits of your true citizenship in heaven. By doing so, you will realize that this earthly realm does not have the final say; rather, the heavenly realm, to which you truly belong, does.
Key Takeaways:
1. Understanding Your Divine Rights: Just as a citizen of a country has rights, as a child of God, you have divine rights that are yours to claim. These rights are not just privileges but are covenantal promises from God. Knowing and understanding these rights is essential to living a life that fully embraces the blessings and grace God has provided. [00:20]
2. The Tragedy of Unclaimed Rights: Many believers live without realizing the full extent of their spiritual inheritance. This lack of awareness leads to a life that does not fully benefit from the divine privileges available. It is a tragedy to possess such rights and not utilize them, missing out on the abundant life God intends for you. [00:36]
3. Living Under God's Covenantal Umbrella: Being a kingdom citizen means living under God's protection and provision. This covenantal umbrella is a source of strength and security, offering guidance and blessings. Embracing this position allows you to navigate life with confidence, knowing you are supported by divine promises. [00:54]
4. The Importance of Claiming Your Rights: Actively claiming your divine rights is crucial to experiencing the fullness of God's grace. This involves a conscious effort to understand and lay hold of the promises God has made to you. By doing so, you align yourself with His will and open yourself to the blessings He has in store. [00:54]
5. The Eternal Perspective: Living as a citizen of heaven means recognizing that this world is not the ultimate authority. The heavenly realm, where your true citizenship lies, holds the final say. This perspective shifts your focus from earthly limitations to eternal possibilities, empowering you to live a life of purpose and hope. [01:12]
Youtube Chapters:
[00:00] - Welcome
[00:20] - Understanding Your Divine Rights
[00:36] - The Tragedy of Unclaimed Rights
[00:54] - Living Under God's Covenantal Umbrella
[01:12] - The Eternal Perspective
Study Guide
Bible Study Discussion Guide
Bible Reading:
1. Ephesians 2:19 - "Consequently, you are no longer foreigners and strangers, but fellow citizens with God’s people and also members of his household."
2. Philippians 3:20 - "But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ."
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Observation Questions:
1. What does it mean to be a "kingdom citizen" according to the sermon? How does this relate to the concept of being under God's "covenantal umbrella"? [00:36]
2. The sermon mentions the "tragedy of unclaimed rights." What are some examples given of these rights that believers might not be aware of or utilize? [00:20]
3. How does the sermon describe the relationship between understanding our divine rights and experiencing God's grace and blessings? [00:54]
4. What is the significance of recognizing that "this world doesn't have the last say" in the context of the sermon? [01:12]
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Interpretation Questions:
1. How does the idea of being a "citizen of heaven" change the way believers should view their life on earth? What implications does this have for daily living? [01:12]
2. In what ways might believers fail to claim their divine rights, and what are the potential consequences of this according to the sermon? [00:36]
3. How does living under God's covenantal umbrella provide strength and security for believers? What does this look like in practical terms? [00:54]
4. The sermon emphasizes the importance of actively claiming divine rights. What might this process involve, and how can believers ensure they are aligned with God's will in doing so? [00:54]
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Application Questions:
1. Reflect on your understanding of your divine rights as a child of God. Are there any rights or promises you feel you have not fully claimed or understood? How can you begin to explore these further? [00:20]
2. Consider a time when you felt unsupported or insecure. How might embracing your position under God's covenantal umbrella have changed your perspective or response in that situation? [00:54]
3. Identify one area of your life where you feel you are not fully benefiting from your heavenly citizenship. What steps can you take to align more closely with the eternal perspective discussed in the sermon? [01:12]
4. The sermon talks about the tragedy of unclaimed rights. What practical steps can you take this week to ensure you are not missing out on the spiritual inheritance available to you? [00:36]
5. How can you remind yourself daily of your true citizenship in heaven, especially when faced with earthly challenges and limitations? What specific practices or habits could help reinforce this mindset? [01:12]
6. Think about a specific promise from God that you have struggled to believe or claim. What might be holding you back, and how can you overcome this barrier to fully embrace that promise? [00:54]
7. How can you encourage others in your community to understand and claim their divine rights? What role can you play in helping them realize the blessings and grace available to them as members of God's family? [00:20]
Devotional
Day 1: Claiming Your Divine Rights
Understanding your divine rights as a child of God is akin to recognizing the privileges of citizenship in a country. These rights are not merely privileges but are covenantal promises from God, meant to be claimed and lived out. By understanding these rights, you can fully embrace the blessings and grace that God has provided. It is essential to delve into the Scriptures and seek wisdom to comprehend these divine rights, as they are foundational to living a life aligned with God's will. This understanding empowers you to live with purpose and confidence, knowing that you are a rightful heir to God's promises. [00:20]
Ephesians 1:18-19 (ESV): "Having the eyes of your hearts enlightened, that you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and what is the immeasurable greatness of his power toward us who believe, according to the working of his great might."
Reflection: What specific divine right or promise from God do you feel you have not fully claimed or understood? How can you begin to explore and embrace this right today?
Day 2: Avoiding the Tragedy of Unclaimed Rights
Many believers live without realizing the full extent of their spiritual inheritance, leading to a life that does not fully benefit from the divine privileges available. This lack of awareness is a tragedy, as it means missing out on the abundant life God intends for you. It is crucial to actively seek knowledge and understanding of your spiritual inheritance to avoid this pitfall. By doing so, you open yourself to the fullness of God's blessings and live a life that reflects His glory and purpose. [00:36]
Hosea 4:6 (ESV): "My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge; because you have rejected knowledge, I reject you from being a priest to me. And since you have forgotten the law of your God, I also will forget your children."
Reflection: In what areas of your spiritual life do you feel you might be living in ignorance of God's promises? What steps can you take to gain a deeper understanding of your spiritual inheritance?
Day 3: Embracing God's Covenantal Umbrella
Living under God's covenantal umbrella means being under His protection and provision. This divine covering offers strength, security, and guidance, allowing you to navigate life with confidence. Embracing this position means acknowledging that you are supported by divine promises and that God is actively involved in your life. By living under this covenantal umbrella, you can experience the peace and assurance that comes from knowing you are never alone and that God's presence is always with you. [00:54]
Psalm 91:1-2 (ESV): "He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say to the Lord, 'My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.'"
Reflection: How can you more consciously live under God's covenantal umbrella in your daily life? What practical steps can you take to remind yourself of His protection and provision?
Day 4: Actively Claiming Your Rights
Actively claiming your divine rights is crucial to experiencing the fullness of God's grace. This involves a conscious effort to understand and lay hold of the promises God has made to you. By doing so, you align yourself with His will and open yourself to the blessings He has in store. It requires intentionality and faith to step into the promises of God and to live a life that reflects His goodness and love. [00:54]
2 Peter 1:3-4 (ESV): "His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him who called us to his own glory and excellence, by which he has granted to us his precious and very great promises, so that through them you may become partakers of the divine nature, having escaped from the corruption that is in the world because of sinful desire."
Reflection: What is one promise from God that you feel called to actively claim in your life right now? How can you take steps to align your actions and thoughts with this promise?
Day 5: Living with an Eternal Perspective
Living as a citizen of heaven means recognizing that this world is not the ultimate authority. The heavenly realm, where your true citizenship lies, holds the final say. This perspective shifts your focus from earthly limitations to eternal possibilities, empowering you to live a life of purpose and hope. By keeping your eyes on the eternal, you can navigate the challenges of this world with a sense of peace and assurance, knowing that your ultimate home is with God. [01:12]
Colossians 3:1-2 (ESV): "If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth."
Reflection: How can you cultivate an eternal perspective in your daily life? What changes can you make to ensure that your focus remains on heavenly things rather than earthly distractions?
Quotes
"When you become a citizen of a country you get the rights and privileges that go with that citizenship. When you become a child of God there are covenantal privileges that belong to you that are your rights to claim. The tragedy is when you don't even know those rights or you don't utilize those rights so you don't benefit those rights but even though you possess those rights." [00:10:00]
"Well if you're a kingdom citizen, if you're a child of the king, then you're underneath his covenantal umbrella and God wants you to know what to lay hold of, what to lay claim to so that you can benefit from all the good graces that he has provided you as a member of his family." [00:36:00]
"So don't live in this world as a citizen of heaven without benefiting from your true citizenship because when you do you will discover that this world doesn't have the last say so that world that you really do belong to does." [00:60:00]
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