The Higher Culture: God's Kingdom Over Man's Systems

The Higher Culture: God's Kingdom Over Man's Systems

> "But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you." – Matthew 6:33 NKJV

The Church in Nigeria is often limited by the culture in which it exists. However, God's kingdom operates by a higher culture, a divine government that transcends earthly limitations. It is time for CCYI GLOBAL to embrace its global mandate and leverage media technology to advance the gospel.

Who People See Is Who They Follow

In a world driven by influence, visibility matters. Who people see is who they follow. Our responsibility is to reflect Christ in everything we do, and when we take bold steps of faith, the Holy Spirit will do His part.

As citizens of God's kingdom, we belong to a superior government—a divine rulership that is not dictated by human traditions. The Yoruba word Ijoba translates to "Kingdom" but also means "Government." This reminds us that God's kingdom is not just a spiritual reality but a divine system designed to govern our lives.

The Cost of Rejecting Divine Leadership

When humanity failed to function as kings under God’s rule, democracy emerged. Cultural influences shape how people perceive governance, but history shows that rejecting divine leadership leads to societal failure.

> "Finally, all the elders of Israel met at Ramah to discuss the matter with Samuel. 'Look,' they told him, 'you are now old, and your sons are not like you. Give us a king to judge us like all the other nations have.'”

– 1 Samuel 8:4-8 NLT

The Israelites rejected God's kingship because they wanted to be like other nations. Many people today desire things they don’t truly need, simply because of cultural pressures. It takes courage to go against societal norms and embrace the higher culture of God's kingdom.

> "Change your life. God's kingdom is here." – Matthew 4:17 MSG

Earth: A Colony of Heaven

God originally designed Earth to be a colony of Heaven, governed by divine principles. But mankind rejected Heaven’s rulership. The Bible is filled with examples of failed leadership, revealing the consequences of choosing human wisdom over divine direction.

> "Your kingdom come, Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven." 

– Matthew 6:10 NKJV

While earthly kings sacrifice people for their thrones, our King sacrificed His own Son for us. God's system is a worry-free system—one that provides for our needs without the exhausting hustle culture that the world promotes.

> "People who don’t know God and the way he works fuss over these things, but you know both God and how he works. Steep your life in God-reality, God-initiative, God-provisions. Don’t worry about missing out. You’ll find all your everyday human concerns will be met." – Matthew 6:31-34 MSG

Prioritize the Kingdom

Our greatest priority should be seeking God and living by His principles. When we focus on what God has given us instead of what He has not, we experience true peace and provision.

> “Love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment.” – Matthew 22:37-40

Let’s Pray:

That God will reign as King in our hearts, families, and nations.

That we will involve Him in every aspect of our lives—finances, relationships, academics, and decisions.

That we will have the courage to embrace the higher culture of God's kingdom.

> “Pray this way: ‘Our Father in heaven, may your name be kept holy. May your Kingdom come soon. May your will be done on earth, as it is in heaven.’” – Matthew 6:9-10 NLT

Let’s choose the kingdom over culture. Let’s walk in divine leadership, prioritize God, and embrace the worry-free life He offers.

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