Embracing Kingdom Living Through Daily Surrender
Summary
The life of a Kingdom Man begins with a personal submission to Jesus Christ, rooted in a profound fear of God. This fear is not about being afraid but about taking God seriously and living with a constant awareness of His presence. It means prioritizing God's views, thoughts, and Word at the forefront of decision-making. When we fall short, we must return to God, confess, repent, and realign ourselves with His will. God desires us to surrender fully, acknowledging His ultimate authority in our lives. Without this submission, God cannot guide our personal lives, and consequently, all other areas—such as being a husband, father, church member, or community leader—lack divine support.
A Kingdom Man must daily present himself before God, offering every aspect of his life—his day, mind, mouth, walk, and talk—to God. This act of surrender allows the Holy Spirit to work through him, enabling him to become the man God intended him to be. It is a call to relinquish ownership of one's life, allowing God to take control and use us for His purposes. This daily submission is essential for living a life that aligns with God's kingdom and fulfills His divine plan.
Key Takeaways:
1. Fear of God as a Foundation: The fear of God is foundational for a Kingdom Man. It involves taking God seriously and living with an awareness of His constant presence. This fear ensures that God's perspective is prioritized in decision-making, leading to a life aligned with His will. [00:35]
2. The Importance of Confession and Repentance: When we fall short, returning to God through confession and repentance is crucial. This process realigns us with God's will and allows us to continue our journey as Kingdom Men, fully surrendered to His authority. [01:04]
3. Surrendering Control to God: A Kingdom Man must surrender control of his life to God daily. By doing so, he invites the Holy Spirit to guide him, ensuring that every aspect of his life is under divine influence and support. [01:44]
4. God's Role in Personal and Communal Life: Without God's control over our personal lives, other roles such as husband, father, and community leader lack divine support. Submission to God is essential for fulfilling these roles effectively and with divine backing. [01:04]
5. Daily Commitment to God's Will: Each day, a Kingdom Man should commit his life to God, offering his thoughts, words, and actions to Him. This daily commitment allows God to use him for His purposes, helping him become the man God created him to be. [01:44]
Youtube Chapters:
[00:00] - Welcome
[00:35] - The Fear of God
[01:04] - Confession and Realignment
[01:44] - Daily Surrender to God
[02:10] - Divine Support in Life Roles
[02:35] - Commitment to God's Will
[03:00] - Living as a Kingdom Man
[03:25] - God's Presence in Decision Making
[03:50] - The Role of the Holy Spirit
[04:15] - Becoming the Man God Created
[04:40] - Conclusion and Reflection
Study Guide
Bible Study Discussion Guide: The Life of a Kingdom Man
Bible Reading:
1. Proverbs 9:10 - "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding."
2. James 4:7-8 - "Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Come near to God and he will come near to you."
3. Romans 12:1 - "Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship."
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Observation Questions:
1. What does it mean to "take God seriously" as opposed to taking Him casually, according to the sermon? [00:35]
2. How does the sermon describe the process of confession and repentance when we fall short? [01:04]
3. What daily actions does the sermon suggest a Kingdom Man should take to surrender control to God? [01:44]
4. According to the sermon, what are the consequences of not allowing God to control one's personal life? [01:04]
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Interpretation Questions:
1. How does the fear of God serve as a foundation for wisdom and decision-making in a Kingdom Man's life? Consider Proverbs 9:10 in your response.
2. In what ways does daily submission to God, as described in the sermon, align with the call in Romans 12:1 to offer our bodies as living sacrifices? [01:44]
3. How might the act of confession and repentance, as discussed in the sermon, help a Kingdom Man realign with God's will? [01:04]
4. What role does the Holy Spirit play in guiding a Kingdom Man, and how does this relate to the idea of surrendering control to God? [01:44]
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Application Questions:
1. Reflect on your own life: Are there areas where you might be taking God casually rather than seriously? How can you change this perspective in your daily routine? [00:35]
2. Think about a recent decision you made. Did you prioritize God's views and thoughts in that decision? How might you ensure God's perspective is at the forefront of your decision-making in the future? [00:35]
3. When was the last time you confessed and repented for falling short? How did it impact your relationship with God, and how can you make confession a regular practice? [01:04]
4. Identify one area of your life where you struggle to surrender control to God. What steps can you take this week to give that area over to Him? [01:44]
5. Consider your roles as a husband, father, or community leader. How can you invite God's divine support into these areas through daily submission? [01:04]
6. How can you incorporate the practice of offering your day, mind, and actions to God each morning? What might be a practical way to remind yourself to do this? [01:44]
7. Reflect on the influence of the Holy Spirit in your life. How can you be more open to His guidance and allow Him to use you for God's purposes? [01:44]
Devotional
Day 1: Living with Reverent Awareness
The life of a Kingdom Man begins with a profound fear of God, which is not about being afraid but about taking God seriously and living with a constant awareness of His presence. This fear ensures that God's perspective is prioritized in decision-making, leading to a life aligned with His will. By living with this awareness, a Kingdom Man acknowledges God's ultimate authority and seeks to honor Him in every aspect of life. This foundational fear of God is what guides a Kingdom Man to make choices that reflect God's values and desires. [00:35]
"The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is insight." (Proverbs 9:10, ESV)
Reflection: In what ways can you cultivate a deeper awareness of God's presence in your daily routine today?
Day 2: The Path of Confession and Realignment
When we fall short, returning to God through confession and repentance is crucial. This process realigns us with God's will and allows us to continue our journey as Kingdom Men, fully surrendered to His authority. Confession is not merely an admission of wrongdoing but a heartfelt return to God, acknowledging our need for His grace and guidance. Repentance involves a genuine change of heart and mind, turning away from sin and towards God's path. This ongoing process of confession and realignment is essential for maintaining a close relationship with God and living a life that reflects His kingdom. [01:04]
"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." (1 John 1:9, ESV)
Reflection: Is there a specific area in your life where you need to seek God's forgiveness and realign with His will today?
Day 3: Surrendering Control to the Divine
A Kingdom Man must surrender control of his life to God daily. By doing so, he invites the Holy Spirit to guide him, ensuring that every aspect of his life is under divine influence and support. This act of surrender is not a one-time event but a daily commitment to relinquish ownership of one's life and allow God to take control. It involves trusting God with every decision, big or small, and seeking His guidance in all things. Through this daily surrender, a Kingdom Man becomes a vessel for God's purposes, empowered by the Holy Spirit to live a life that honors Him. [01:44]
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths." (Proverbs 3:5-6, ESV)
Reflection: What is one area of your life where you find yourself holding back from surrendering to God? What would surrendering this area to Him actually look like in terms of daily habits?
Day 4: Embracing God's Role in Our Lives
Without God's control over our personal lives, other roles such as husband, father, and community leader lack divine support. Submission to God is essential for fulfilling these roles effectively and with divine backing. A Kingdom Man recognizes that his ability to lead and serve others is directly tied to his relationship with God. By submitting to God's authority, he receives the wisdom, strength, and guidance needed to fulfill his responsibilities in a way that honors God and blesses those around him. This submission is not a sign of weakness but a source of strength, enabling him to lead with integrity and purpose. [01:04]
"Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established." (Proverbs 16:3, ESV)
Reflection: How can you invite God into your roles and responsibilities today, ensuring that His guidance and support are present in your interactions with others?
Day 5: Daily Commitment to God's Will
Each day, a Kingdom Man should commit his life to God, offering his thoughts, words, and actions to Him. This daily commitment allows God to use him for His purposes, helping him become the man God created him to be. By dedicating each day to God, a Kingdom Man opens himself to the transformative work of the Holy Spirit, who empowers him to live a life that reflects God's kingdom. This commitment involves a conscious decision to align one's desires and actions with God's will, seeking to honor Him in all things. Through this daily dedication, a Kingdom Man becomes a living testament to God's love and grace. [01:44]
"I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship." (Romans 12:1, ESV)
Reflection: What specific steps can you take today to commit your thoughts, words, and actions to God, allowing Him to use you for His purposes?
Quotes
The Kingdom Man's life starts with his personal submission to Jesus Christ. It starts with his fear of God. To fear God means to take God seriously, as opposed to taking God casually. It has to do with the fact that you live with a divine awareness. That God is ever-present wherever you go, and whatever you do. [00:00:12]
It means that God's view, God's thoughts, and God's Word comes on the front end of decision making, not the back end. And when you fall short, you go back to God and you confess it, repent of it and get back in sync with surrender. God wants up to cry "uncle" when it comes to Him. [00:00:39]
If a man refuses to submit to God, then God cannot control His personal life. And when God can't control the personal life of a man, all the other areas of that man's life become suspect, because he has no divine support for the other areas as Husband, Father, as churchman as a community leader. [00:01:05]
You don't have divine support, because God has not taken over ultimate control of your life. And so, what God wants you to do, on a daily basis as a Kingdom Man, is to come before Him and say "God I give you my day. I give you my life, I give you my mind, I give you my mouth, I give you my walk, my talk, my movements, you own me today. [00:01:31]
I give up ownership, that Your Spirit might use this man to be the man you created me to be, and help me to settle for nothing less." [00:01:56]
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