{"id":350916,"date":"2026-03-17T16:48:32","date_gmt":"2026-03-17T20:48:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/universalchurchusa.org\/en\/?p=350916"},"modified":"2026-03-24T17:38:57","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T21:38:57","slug":"do-you-know-what-the-kingdom-of-god-is","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/universalchurchusa.org\/en\/post\/do-you-know-what-the-kingdom-of-god-is\/","title":{"rendered":"The Kingdom of God: Bible Study Reveals How to Live Under Divine Rule"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"border-left: 7px solid #365b81; height: 25%; padding: 21px;\"><big>Many people talk about faith, miracles, and blessings; however, few grasp one of the most important themes taught by the Lord Jesus:<strong> the Kingdom of God<\/strong>. This <strong>Wednesday at 7 PM<\/strong>, a special study on the Kingdom of God will take place at <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/universalchurchusa.org\/en\/locations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Universal Church<\/a><\/span>.<\/big><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\nDuring this meeting, participants will have the opportunity to gain a <strong>clear and biblical understanding<\/strong> of what it means to be part of this Kingdom and how to <strong>live according to the principles established by God<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>So, <strong>what is the Kingdom of God?<\/strong><br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><strong>The Difference Between the Kingdom of God and the Kingdom of Heaven<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>As <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universal.org\/en\/bispo-macedo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bishop Macedo<\/a><\/span> explains, many people confuse the <strong>Kingdom of God<\/strong> with the <strong>Kingdom of Heaven<\/strong>. Although often treated as the same, there is a significant difference between the two concepts.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color: #f2f8fc;\">\u201cThis Wednesday, we will teach people the difference between the Kingdom of God and the Kingdom of Heaven,\u201d<\/span> he noted.<\/p>\n<p>According to him, entering the Kingdom of God means <strong>submitting one\u2019s life to the Lord\u2019s will<\/strong>\u2014allowing God to reign in one\u2019s thoughts, decisions, and attitudes.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color: #f2f8fc;\">\u201cWhen a person enters the Kingdom of God, they submit to the Word of God, aligning their thoughts and desires with His will,\u201d<\/span> he stated.<br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Seeking First the Kingdom of God<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>The study will also discuss a well-known teaching from the Gospel, recorded in <strong>Matthew chapter 6<\/strong>, where the <strong>Lord Jesus<\/strong> instructs:<br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote style=\"background-color: #f2f8fc; padding: 2em; border-left: 5px solid #ccc; margin: 1em 0;\"><p><strong>But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\nAlthough many are familiar with this passage, they often do not understand its <strong>practical meaning<\/strong>. Seeking the Kingdom of God involves more than just words or feelings; it entails <strong>a change in mindset and behavior<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color: #f2f8fc;\">\u201cSeeking first the Kingdom of God means letting God reign in our lives, directing our thoughts to live according to His will,\u201d<\/span> he emphasized.<br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Learning to Live According to the Word<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Another important point is that <strong>living in the Kingdom of God<\/strong> requires <strong>practicing biblical teachings in daily life<\/strong>. These principles include forgiving others, loving your neighbor, acting sincerely, and doing good without seeking human recognition.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color: #f2f8fc;\">\u201cThose who submit to the Kingdom of God learn to do good sincerely, without expecting praise or recognition from others,\u201d<\/span> he explained.<\/p>\n<p>When a person aligns themself with the Word of God, they begin to act differently from the patterns of this world, <strong>prioritizing what pleases the Lord<\/strong>.<br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><strong>An Invitation to Learn and Reflect<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Therefore, this Bible study that began on March 17th will continue this <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/universalchurchusa.org\/en\/tag\/wednesday\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wednesday<\/a><\/span>, aiming to help each person understand their place before God and evaluate whether they are truly living according to the principles of the Kingdom.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color: #f2f8fc;\">\u201cDo you want to learn what it is to live in the Kingdom of God? Then come and participate. The church is where we learn to live according to the Word of God,\u201d<\/span> the bishop invited.<\/p>\n<p>Anyone wishing to better understand this topic is welcome to attend <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/universalchurchusa.org\/en\/locations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Universal Church<\/a><\/span> and join this special study on the <strong>Kingdom of God<\/strong>.<br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><strong>The Lord&#8217;s Supper<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>On this occasion, we will also partake of <strong>the Lord&#8217;s Supper<\/strong>, providing participants with an opportunity to <strong>renew their covenant with God<\/strong> and strengthen their faith.<br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Wednesday: The Study of the Kingdom of God<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Bring your Bible and join us for this special Bible study this <strong>Wednesday at 7 PM<\/strong>. <span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Everyone is welcome, regardless of religious beliefs or background. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Come as you are. <\/span><\/strong>For more information, please call\u00a0<strong><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"tel:18883324141\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-888-332-4141<\/a><\/strong>or text\u00a0<strong>1-888-312-4141<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 20px 0;\"><a style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #203769; color: #ffffff; padding: 14px 28px; text-align: center; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 5px; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; box-shadow: 0 3px 6px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.15); transition: background-color 0.3s ease;\" href=\"https:\/\/universalchurchusa.org\/en\/locations\/\">Click Here for Nationwide Locations of the Universal Church<\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 20px 0;\"><a style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #203769; color: #ffffff; padding: 14px 28px; text-align: center; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 5px; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; box-shadow: 0 3px 6px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.15); transition: background-color 0.3s ease;\" href=\"tel:18883324141\">Call 1-888-332-4141 for More Information<\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you live in a city <strong>without one of our locations<\/strong> or cannot commute due to <strong>health reasons<\/strong>, we invite you to join our\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/universalchurchusa.org\/en\/post\/tuc-virtual-church\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Virtual Church<\/strong><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> via <strong>Zoom and phone conference<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 20px 0;\"><a style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #203769; color: #ffffff; padding: 14px 28px; text-align: center; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 5px; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; box-shadow: 0 3px 6px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.15); transition: background-color 0.3s ease;\" href=\"https:\/\/ulfn.org\/virtualchurch\/\">Click Here for more information on the Virtual Church<\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Many people talk about faith, miracles, and blessings; however, few grasp one of the most important themes taught by the Lord Jesus: the Kingdom of God. 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