What is the difference between the Kingdom of God, Gospel of Christ, and Gospel of God?

[TheWaytoGo]

1) Paul said he became all things to all people, that by all means he might save some. But he also said, that even after all he did, he could find himself disqualified. Disqualified from what? Salvation? What is it that Paul, in the end, thought he might not be qualified for? Is Paul referring to the Kingdom of God?

1Co 9:27 But I discipline my body and keep it under control, lest after preaching to others I myself should be disqualified. ​

2) What is the Kingdom of God? Rich men will enter it with much difficulty, surely that doesn't mean rich men can't receive salvation. (Or does it, because the previous verse says rich men will enter the "kingdom of heaven" with much difficulty).

Mat 19:24 Again I tell you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God.” ​

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Mat_6:33 But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.​

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Mat_12:28 But if it is by the Spirit of God that I cast out demons, then the kingdom of God has come upon you.​

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Mat_21:31 Which of the two did the will of his father?” They said, “The first.” Jesus said to them, “Truly, I say to you, the tax collectors and the prostitutes go into the kingdom of God before you.​

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Mar_1:15 and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel.”​

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Mar_9:1 And he said to them, “Truly, I say to you, there are some standing here who will not taste death until they see the kingdom of God after it has come with power.”​

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Mar_9:47 And if your eye causes you to sin, tear it out. It is better for you to enter the kingdom of God with one eye than with two eyes to be thrown into hell,​

3) What is the difference between the Gospel of Christ and the Gospel of God?

Rom_15:19 by the power of signs and wonders, by the power of the Spirit of God—so that from Jerusalem and all the way around to Illyricum I have fulfilled the ministry of the gospel of Christ;

1Co_9:12 If others share this rightful claim on you, do not we even more? Nevertheless, we have not made use of this right, but we endure anything rather than put an obstacle in the way of the gospel of Christ.

Gal_1:7 not that there is another one, but there are some who trouble you and want to distort the gospel of Christ.

Php_1:27 Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel,


Mar_1:14 Now after John was arrested, Jesus came into Galilee, proclaiming the gospel of God,

Rom_1:1 Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God,

1Th_2:8 So, being affectionately desirous of you, we were ready to share with you not only the gospel of God but also our own selves, because you had become very dear to us.

1Pe_4:17 For it is time for judgment to begin at the household of God; and if it begins with us, what will be the outcome for those who do not obey the gospel of God?


I've just discovered a former Moody Bible Institute professor's (Charles Cooper), series on the Gospel of God, the Gospel of Christ, and the Kingdom of God as expressed by Christ and the epistles. Cooper believes knowing the difference between the three is essential to the Christian walk and understanding of eternity.

I don't have a clear understanding of the difference, or similarities, of the two gospels and exactly what the kingdom of God is that we should be striving to enter. So, I am interested in your studies and thoughts.

 

[Hekuran]

I cannot see how there could be a difference between a gospel of God and a gospel of Christ.

You've quoted verses from Paul using both phrases, yet Paul himself insists there is only one gospel. Read the letter to the Galatian Church - he's pretty insistent about it!

I am sure that it's two expressions that refer to the same thing.

 

[Rookster]

1) Paul said he became all things to all people, that by all means he might save some. But he also said, that even after all he did, he could find himself disqualified. Disqualified from what? Salvation? What is it that Paul, in the end, thought he might not be qualified for? Is Paul referring to the Kingdom of God?

1Co 9:27 But I discipline my body and keep it under control, lest after preaching to others I myself should be disqualified. ​

2) What is the Kingdom of God? Rich men will enter it with much difficulty, surely that doesn't mean rich men can't receive salvation. (Or does it, because the previous verse says rich men will enter the "kingdom of heaven" with much difficulty).

Mat 19:24 Again I tell you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God.” ​

​

Mat_6:33 But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.​

​

Mat_12:28 But if it is by the Spirit of God that I cast out demons, then the kingdom of God has come upon you.​

​

Mat_21:31 Which of the two did the will of his father?” They said, “The first.” Jesus said to them, “Truly, I say to you, the tax collectors and the prostitutes go into the kingdom of God before you.​

​

Mar_1:15 and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel.”​

​

Mar_9:1 And he said to them, “Truly, I say to you, there are some standing here who will not taste death until they see the kingdom of God after it has come with power.”​

​

Mar_9:47 And if your eye causes you to sin, tear it out. It is better for you to enter the kingdom of God with one eye than with two eyes to be thrown into hell,​

3) What is the difference between the Gospel of Christ and the Gospel of God?

Rom_15:19 by the power of signs and wonders, by the power of the Spirit of God—so that from Jerusalem and all the way around to Illyricum I have fulfilled the ministry of the gospel of Christ;

1Co_9:12 If others share this rightful claim on you, do not we even more? Nevertheless, we have not made use of this right, but we endure anything rather than put an obstacle in the way of the gospel of Christ.

Gal_1:7 not that there is another one, but there are some who trouble you and want to distort the gospel of Christ.

Php_1:27 Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel,


Mar_1:14 Now after John was arrested, Jesus came into Galilee, proclaiming the gospel of God,

Rom_1:1 Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God,

1Th_2:8 So, being affectionately desirous of you, we were ready to share with you not only the gospel of God but also our own selves, because you had become very dear to us.

1Pe_4:17 For it is time for judgment to begin at the household of God; and if it begins with us, what will be the outcome for those who do not obey the gospel of God?


I've just discovered a former Moody Bible Institute professor's (Charles Cooper), series on the Gospel of God, the Gospel of Christ, and the Kingdom of God as expressed by Christ and the epistles. Cooper believes knowing the difference between the three is essential to the Christian walk and understanding of eternity.

I don't have a clear understanding of the difference, or similarities, of the two gospels and exactly what the kingdom of God is that we should be striving to enter. So, I am interested in your studies and thoughts.

Following link here on site talks of difference between Kingdom of God and Kingdom of heaven. Hope it provides insight

Kingdom of God vs Kingdom of Heaven?

I've been a minister for over 40 years. I have NEVER (until now) even come close to figuring out the difference between the terms "Kingdom of God" and the "Kingdom of Heaven". I have read answers to this question that others have tried to explain and nothing ever made sense or stood out and...

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[Hitch]

1) Paul said he became all things to all people, that by all means he might save some. But he also said, that even after all he did, he could find himself disqualified. Disqualified from what? Salvation? What is it that Paul, in the end, thought he might not be qualified for? Is Paul referring to the Kingdom of God?

1Co 9:27 But I discipline my body and keep it under control, lest after preaching to others I myself should be disqualified. ​

2) What is the Kingdom of God? Rich men will enter it with much difficulty, surely that doesn't mean rich men can't receive salvation. (Or does it, because the previous verse says rich men will enter the "kingdom of heaven" with much difficulty).

Mat 19:24 Again I tell you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God.” ​

​

Mat_6:33 But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.​

​

Mat_12:28 But if it is by the Spirit of God that I cast out demons, then the kingdom of God has come upon you.​

​

Mat_21:31 Which of the two did the will of his father?” They said, “The first.” Jesus said to them, “Truly, I say to you, the tax collectors and the prostitutes go into the kingdom of God before you.​

​

Mar_1:15 and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel.”​

​

Mar_9:1 And he said to them, “Truly, I say to you, there are some standing here who will not taste death until they see the kingdom of God after it has come with power.”​

​

Mar_9:47 And if your eye causes you to sin, tear it out. It is better for you to enter the kingdom of God with one eye than with two eyes to be thrown into hell,​

3) What is the difference between the Gospel of Christ and the Gospel of God?

Rom_15:19 by the power of signs and wonders, by the power of the Spirit of God—so that from Jerusalem and all the way around to Illyricum I have fulfilled the ministry of the gospel of Christ;

1Co_9:12 If others share this rightful claim on you, do not we even more? Nevertheless, we have not made use of this right, but we endure anything rather than put an obstacle in the way of the gospel of Christ.

Gal_1:7 not that there is another one, but there are some who trouble you and want to distort the gospel of Christ.

Php_1:27 Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel,


Mar_1:14 Now after John was arrested, Jesus came into Galilee, proclaiming the gospel of God,

Rom_1:1 Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God,

1Th_2:8 So, being affectionately desirous of you, we were ready to share with you not only the gospel of God but also our own selves, because you had become very dear to us.

1Pe_4:17 For it is time for judgment to begin at the household of God; and if it begins with us, what will be the outcome for those who do not obey the gospel of God?


I've just discovered a former Moody Bible Institute professor's (Charles Cooper), series on the Gospel of God, the Gospel of Christ, and the Kingdom of God as expressed by Christ and the epistles. Cooper believes knowing the difference between the three is essential to the Christian walk and understanding of eternity.

I don't have a clear understanding of the difference, or similarities, of the two gospels and exactly what the kingdom of God is that we should be striving to enter. So, I am interested in your studies and thoughts.

It is among the worst ideas ever presented. The Gospel of the Kingdom , not in reality but as defined in the Scofield Reference Bible, is a gospel without the cross. Perfect blasphemy. It was taught by men who believed the church was unforeseen in the prophets and is an historically parenthetical period that will end in a return to Judaism, complete with temple and bloody sascrifices.

 

[Samson2020]

1) Paul said he became all things to all people, that by all means he might save some. But he also said, that even after all he did, he could find himself disqualified. Disqualified from what? Salvation? What is it that Paul, in the end, thought he might not be qualified for? Is Paul referring to the Kingdom of God?

1Co 9:27 But I discipline my body and keep it under control, lest after preaching to others I myself should be disqualified. ​

2) What is the Kingdom of God? Rich men will enter it with much difficulty, surely that doesn't mean rich men can't receive salvation. (Or does it, because the previous verse says rich men will enter the "kingdom of heaven" with much difficulty).

Mat 19:24 Again I tell you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God.” ​

​

Mat_6:33 But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.​

​

Mat_12:28 But if it is by the Spirit of God that I cast out demons, then the kingdom of God has come upon you.​

​

Mat_21:31 Which of the two did the will of his father?” They said, “The first.” Jesus said to them, “Truly, I say to you, the tax collectors and the prostitutes go into the kingdom of God before you.​

​

Mar_1:15 and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel.”​

​

Mar_9:1 And he said to them, “Truly, I say to you, there are some standing here who will not taste death until they see the kingdom of God after it has come with power.”​

​

Mar_9:47 And if your eye causes you to sin, tear it out. It is better for you to enter the kingdom of God with one eye than with two eyes to be thrown into hell,​

3) What is the difference between the Gospel of Christ and the Gospel of God?

Rom_15:19 by the power of signs and wonders, by the power of the Spirit of God—so that from Jerusalem and all the way around to Illyricum I have fulfilled the ministry of the gospel of Christ;

1Co_9:12 If others share this rightful claim on you, do not we even more? Nevertheless, we have not made use of this right, but we endure anything rather than put an obstacle in the way of the gospel of Christ.

Gal_1:7 not that there is another one, but there are some who trouble you and want to distort the gospel of Christ.

Php_1:27 Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel,


Mar_1:14 Now after John was arrested, Jesus came into Galilee, proclaiming the gospel of God,

Rom_1:1 Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God,

1Th_2:8 So, being affectionately desirous of you, we were ready to share with you not only the gospel of God but also our own selves, because you had become very dear to us.

1Pe_4:17 For it is time for judgment to begin at the household of God; and if it begins with us, what will be the outcome for those who do not obey the gospel of God?


I've just discovered a former Moody Bible Institute professor's (Charles Cooper), series on the Gospel of God, the Gospel of Christ, and the Kingdom of God as expressed by Christ and the epistles. Cooper believes knowing the difference between the three is essential to the Christian walk and understanding of eternity.

I don't have a clear understanding of the difference, or similarities, of the two gospels and exactly what the kingdom of God is that we should be striving to enter. So, I am interested in your studies and thoughts.

The Gospel of God is that through Jesus Christ as propitiation of each individuals sin (all the worlds collectively) each and every human can become a son of God spiritually.

In order to SEE the Kingdom of God one must be born spiritually, as we are all born physically already, thus born from above/again.

In order to ENTER the kingdom of God, that is within each person, the requirement is their old life, nature, way. Most would deny that the kingdom of God is within anyone other than a believer,
but thats not what Jesus said as He was speaking to all and the new testament was'nt even established. Therefore He taught futuristically as the born again process would not begin until
after He was resurrected. He became the proof that the process worked, so like a blue print we follow His example to come to the same ending.
Born again= Ability to SEE/understand the kingdom
Tribulation after being born again=entering into the kingdom.
We would all agree, I think, that a rich man has much more to give up than a poor man, therefore; his earthly possessions get in the way of entering even though being born again he can
hardly enter. The same can be said for those that cannot control their lusts, whether of the flesh or for the things of the world.
So as Jesus said If any man will come after me, he must deny himSELF, and take up his cross DAILY, and follow me. As Paul said: I DIE DAILY.
This could be seen as Pauls example of what it meant to follow Christ.

There is more explanation in the thread "The Gestation of a son of God" post #6.