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The Spiritual Kingdom
In this sermon, Robert Carrillo explores the concept of the spiritual kingdom of God, emphasizing its importance to Jesus and its foundational nature for Christian life. He underscores the necessity of being filled with the Holy Spirit to exhibit love, mercy, and compassion, rather than judgment and condemnation. Robert discusses the role of elders and spiritual leaders in the church, highlighting that their primary qualification should be their spirituality and wisdom. He uses the story of the woman caught in adultery to illustrate the essence of God's kingdom—love, mercy, and forgiveness—and connects this to the broader context of living a godly life in a challenging world. The sermon also includes a call to the congregation to support and recognize new candidates for eldership and deaconship, underscoring their role in maintaining the righteousness, peace, and joy of the church.
00:00 Opening Prayer and Reflection
01:19 Introduction to the Spiritual Kingdom
01:59 Understanding the Kingdom of God
03:17 The Role of Rules and Relationships
05:56 The Story of the Woman Caught in Adultery
10:01 Jesus' Compassion and Mercy
17:31 The Pharisees and Misapplied Scriptures
18:06 The Prodigal Son and the Older Brother
19:43 Jesus' Ministry and Mercy
22:12 Living by the Spirit
24:08 Living by the Spirit
25:03 Challenges of Practicing Love
25:32 Teachings of Jesus on Anger and Love
27:48 Role of Elders and Spiritual Leadership
28:29 Overcoming Fear with Faith
29:57 Maintaining Spirituality in the Church
30:30 Power of the Holy Spirit
32:11 Importance of Compassion and Understanding
40:10 Global Perspective and Prayers
44:22 Call for Spiritual Leadership
