YOUR KINGDOM COME, YOUR WILL BE DONE ON EARTH AS IT IS IN HEAVEN

YOUR KINGDOM COME, YOUR WILL BE DONE ON EARTH AS IT IS IN HEAVEN by Dr Josimar Salum

   The verse from Matthew 6:10—“Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven”—touches on deep and profound aspects of God’s plan for the world. 

   Let me share four thoughts to help you meditate on and understand what “the will of God on earth” might mean:

1. God’s Sovereign Rule:

   In heaven, God’s will is perfectly carried out—there is complete harmony, justice, peace, and love. When Jesus teaches us to pray for God’s will to be done on earth, it’s an invitation to see earth as a place where God’s perfect rule is fully manifested. This means that His justice, mercy, and love should be evident in all of human society, just as they are in the heavenly realm.

2. Redemption and Restoration:

   The will of God encompasses His redemptive plan for mankind. It means that despite the brokenness and sin in the world, God’s purpose is to restore and redeem all things. This involves the transformation of hearts and societies, where love, forgiveness, and reconciliation replace division, injustice, and strife.

3. Living in Obedience:

   On a personal level, part of God’s will is for each believer to align their life with His teachings. This includes living according to values such as compassion, humility, and integrity. By doing so, each person becomes a reflection of God’s kingdom on earth—a living testimony of His will being done.

4. A Call to Action:

   Praying “Your kingdom come” is also a call for us to be active participants in bringing about change. It reminds us that we have a role in working for justice, peace, and love in our communities. It’s an invitation to reflect heavenly values in our daily lives—challenging injustice, caring for the vulnerable, and promoting peace.

   When we focus on the kingdom of God as something present now rather than a distant future reality, we begin to understand that “Your kingdom come” is a call for God’s rule and influence to be evident in our everyday lives today. 

   There are five aspects I wish you to consider:

1. God’s Reign in Our Hearts:

   The kingdom of God starts with a personal transformation—a surrender of one’s own will to embrace God’s love, mercy, and truth. When we allow God to reign in our hearts, His kingdom is present within us, guiding our actions, decisions, and interactions.

2. Community and Relationships:

   The kingdom is not confined to an abstract concept but is manifested in the way we build relationships and communities. When we practice forgiveness, compassion, and justice, we are essentially living out God’s kingdom on earth. This means that the values of the kingdom—such as love, peace, and mutual support—are brought to life in our families, neighborhoods, and social circles.

3. Active Service and Justice:

   The call to see God’s kingdom as a present reality encourages us to be active in addressing the injustices and needs in our communities. Engaging in acts of service, standing up against oppression, and caring for the marginalized are practical expressions of God’s will. When we see these actions as part of the kingdom, our daily work becomes a reflection of heaven on earth.

4. A New Way of Living:

   Emphasizing the kingdom now means recognizing that the transformative power of God is at work in our midst. It’s about living differently—choosing integrity over deceit, humility over pride, and selfless love over selfish ambition. 

   This “already but not yet” aspect of the kingdom invites us to experience the manifestation of God’s reign even as we await its full consummation.

5. Empowerment by the Spirit:

   The presence of God’s kingdom today is also experienced through the empowerment of the Holy Spirit. Believers are given spiritual gifts and a renewed purpose that equips them to bring God’s love and justice to every aspect of life. This spiritual empowerment is a sign that the kingdom is active and accessible in the here and now.

   In summary, focusing on the kingdom of God as a present reality means seeing His reign not as a future promise alone, but as a transformative force in our personal lives, communities, and the broader world. It challenges us to live out the values of heaven—justice, peace, love, and mercy—right here on earth, making the kingdom of God a living, dynamic reality in our daily existence.

   In other words, the will of God on earth as expressed in this verse involves the active and transformative reign of God’s justice, love, and truth. It invites believers to both eagerly anticipate a future of complete renewal and to actively participate in manifesting heavenly values in the present. 

   This dual aspect—personal transformation and societal change—is central to understanding what it means for God’s will to be done on earth.

   #ASONE