God's Kingdom Is Closer Than You Think

When Jesus started speaking in public, He didn’t say, “Here’s how to be spiritual,” or “Here’s the path to heaven.” He said something way bigger—and way more immediate:

“The Kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe the good news!”
(Mark 1:15 NIV)

Now that phrase—“Kingdom of God”—might sound distant or religious. But here’s what it meant:
God is stepping in to fix what’s broken.
To bring healing where there’s hurt.
Peace where there’s chaos.
Justice where there’s been injustice.
Wholeness where people feel fractured.

Jesus was saying, “This new world God wants to bring? It’s starting right now. Through Me.”

He didn’t come with advice. He came with news.
Not: “Try harder, be better.”
But: “Something has happened—and you’re invited in.”

Jesus read a passage from an old scroll in His hometown synagogue—words about freedom for prisoners, sight for the blind, good news for the poor. Then He said, “Today this is happening—through Me.”
People were stunned. Confused. Some were thrilled. Others were angry. But no one could ignore Him.

So think about this—or ask a friend:

• What’s the difference between advice and news?
• What kind of world do you think God wants to create?
• If that new world started with Jesus… would you want in?