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The Kingdom of God

dominion; his kingdom endures from generation to generation” (v. 34).
He now recognized God as “the Most High is sovereign over the kingdoms
of men” (v. 17) and acknowledged that God’s “kingdom is an eternal
kingdom; his dominion endures from generation to generation” (v. 3).

Messianic Expectation of the Coming King

Not only did the prophets see God as King, they looked forward to the
coming of the Messiah King. For instance, Isaiah prophesied:

For to us a child is born,
to us a son is given,
and the government will be on his shoulders.
And he will be called
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,
Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
Of the increase of his government and peace
there will be no end.
He will reign on David’s throne
and over his kingdom,
establishing and upholding it
with justice and righteousness
from that time on and forever.
The zeal of the LORD Almighty
will accomplish this. (Isaiah 9:6–7)

This passage reveals four truths about the coming Messiah: (1) His
name will be exalted, (2) He will reign on the throne of David, (3) He will
rule with justice and righteousness, and (4) His government will be without
end. Jeremiah also prophesied concerning the coming Messiah-King:

“The days are coming,” declares the LORD,
“when I will raise up to David a righteous Branch,
a King who will reign wisely
and do what is just and right in the land.
In his days, Judah will be saved
and Israel will live in safety.
This is the name by which he will be called:
The LORD Our Righteousness.” (Jeremiah 23:5–6)

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