2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 168: Keys Of The Kingdom

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 168: Keys Of The Kingdom

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💁🏻 Concept: Keys of the Kingdom
Jesus used the phrase “keys of the kingdom” in Matthew 16:19 to describe the spiritual authority entrusted to the church, particularly through its leaders. These keys symbolize the right to proclaim the gospel, opening the door of salvation to those who believe, and the responsibility to maintain order and purity within the church through loving correction and discipline. The authority doesn’t come from human power, but from Christ Himself, who rules His church and entrusts its stewardship to His people.

📖 Bible Readings: Matthew 16:19
(Matthew 18:18; John 20:23; Acts 2:37–41; 1 Corinthians 5:12–13; Revelation 3:7; Isaiah 22:22; Ephesians 2:20/ Binding and loosing in Acts 10-11; Acts 15; 1 Corinthians 5; 2 Corinthians 2:6-8)

👨🏻‍💻 Teachings:
The keys of the Kingdom refer to the authority of the church to:
1. Preach the gospel to open the door to the Kingdom.
2. Prohibit certain practices according to the Bible. 
3. Permit certain practices according to the Bible. 

💪🏼 Applications:
1. Share the gospel, open the door to the Kingdom.
2. Submit to godly and biblical church leadership.  
3. Settle disputes within the family of God. 

🎙Discussion:
What are some practical ways we can open the gate to the Kingdom so that others may enter?

🙏🏼 Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank You for opening the door to Your Kingdom through the gospel of Your Son. You have entrusted the church with the great privilege and responsibility of proclaiming this good news. Help me to be faithful in sharing the message of Christ, so that others may enter into eternal life. Give me boldness, compassion, and clarity as I speak of Your grace. Let my words and actions reflect the beauty of the gospel and draw others to You. Use my life as a vessel to open the way for many to come to faith. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.