26/07/2026
5. The Kingdom Is Closer Than You Think
Presented by: Pastor Larry Ah-ching (Australia, 25 July 2026, Sabbath, 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM)
Seventh Day Adventist Reform Movement
New Zealand Field
Prophecy Seminar (Saturday, 11:00 A.M. NZST)
July 25, 2026
Email: [email protected]
Mobile: +6421538179
Theme:
The kingdom of God is not a distant or abstract promise—it is a present reality being prepared through faith, and a future inheritance soon to be revealed. True faith, like Abraham’s, connects us to that kingdom and prepares us for Christ’s imminent return.
Objective:
To lead hearers to:
• Understand that the promises to Abraham point to an eternal kingdom, not an earthly system
• Recognize that Christ’s coming, though seemingly delayed, is certain and near
• Develop a living faith (belief + trust) that prepares the character for eternity
• Respond with intentional preparation, not passive expectation
Focus:
This presentation centers on three major movements:
1. The Faith of Abraham
A faith that goes beyond belief—trusting, obeying, and shaping life. This faith identifies the true heirs of the kingdom and prepares them for Christ’s return.
2. The Delay That Is Not Failure
History—from Abraham to Moses, the early church, and the Advent movement—shows that God’s promises may seem delayed, but are always fulfilled at the appointed time. The “delay” is mercy, not neglect.
3. Preparation for the Kingdom
The kingdom is near, but entry is not automatic. It requires:
• Fixing our eyes on Christ (not places or systems)
• Participating in the present work of Christ in the heavenly sanctuary
• Character transformation through obedience, discipline, and truth
• Active engagement in God’s final work on earth
Current Relevance:
We are living in a time when:
• Time has extended beyond expectation, just as in past generations—but prophecy assures us we are nearer than ever before.
• Many profess faith but lack transformation, repeating the same mistake described in Scripture—belief without surrender.
• Distractions (materialism, tradition, false ideas) pull attention away from Christ’s present work and the urgency of preparation.
• The final phase of judgment is underway, making this not just a prophetic topic, but a personal reality.
This message speaks directly to today’s world:
It corrects false expectations (earthly focus, delayed urgency)
It calls for authentic, living faith
It emphasizes preparation over speculation
It reminds us that the kingdom is not just coming—it is almost here
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