Citizenship

Our true citizenship is not in any country on earth—it’s in the kingdom of God. We may be born in one nation and hold a passport from it, but we are not born into God’s kingdom. That takes a choice. When we follow Jesus, we are choosing a new identity, one that doesn’t depend on politics, race, class, or the flag we pledge to.

We live in a world full of strong opinions and political fights. It’s easy to get caught up in who should be in charge or what laws should be made. But Jesus says His kingdom is not of this world. If it were, His followers would fight—but He calls us to something higher. He calls us to peace, humility, and trust in His leadership.

Sometimes we’re tempted to speak for God, to say what we think He wants politically. But when we act out of impatience, we risk speaking wrongly. Whether it’s from the left or right, trying to force God’s hand through protests or political power doesn’t reflect His heart. We are called to live in a different way, to be people of quiet strength and deep trust.

Our job isn’t to change the world through power, but to reflect God’s love in how we live. We choose His kingdom, and we wait on Him to act in His time.

This is part of a series of sermons preached by Nathan Zook around the theme Is your identity determined at birth or a flexible choice?

• Gender
• Race
• Class
• Citizenship
• Religious Affiliation

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