Series Guide

Overview

This four-week series examines the theological tension of the kingdom of God and the Christian life called “the already and the not yet.” The kingdom of God is both already on earth because of Christ’s resurrection and a yet to come event with his return. Different biblical interpretations have stressed present versus future understandings of God’s kingdom, but the New Testament shows that both exist. Through looking at the teachings of Jesus and Paul we can see the importance of this tension and the hope we have in Christ already and yet to come.

Weekly Previews

Already and Not Yet - Week 1

As Christians we live in the tension of “the already and the not yet” of God’s rule and reign in the world.

Already and Not Yet - Week 2

Communion reflects “the already and the not yet” in our worship and the ethic of living for Christ while waiting for his return.

Already and Not Yet - Week 3

The kingdom of God that believers are to live out is not political; rather it is reflected in the ethic of individuals and churches awaiting the future kingdom.

Already and Not Yet - Week 4

Our hope in Christ helps with the tension of “the already and the not yet.”