Join Dave Scherrer from Hundredfold Ministries as he kicks off 2026 with a foundational exploration of the Kingdom of God. In this episode of Kingdom Offerings, Dave unpacks why understanding the gospel of the kingdom is central to the mission of Hundredfold Ministries—just as it was for the Apostle Paul and Jesus's disciples.

Discover what a kingdom truly is, explore common misconceptions about God's kingdom, and learn about the essential elements that define it: a monarch, territory, people, sovereignty, laws, and shared culture. Dave explains how the Kingdom of God has existed since before creation and how we're invited to participate in its "now, but not yet" reality as we await Christ's return.

Show Notes

[0:00] Introduction: Our Mission

Welcome to Kingdom Offerings 2026

The mission of Hundredfold Ministries

Following Paul's example: proclaiming the Kingdom of God

Why the gospel of the kingdom matters today

[2:34] What is a Kingdom?

Common misconceptions about God's kingdom

Why Americans struggle with kingdom concepts

The need to understand foundational principles

[4:10] Elements of a Kingdom

A monarchy: the need for a king

Territory: the land of our hearts

People: kingdom citizens and the church

Sovereignty: God's supreme authority

Laws: divine administration and order

Shared culture: traditions and customs

[7:25] The Kingdom of God's Timeline

The kingdom existed before creation

The fall of humanity and creation

Living in the "now, but not yet"

Our invitation to participate

Unpacking the allegory: The vine represents sin, the universal human condition leading to death. The central truth? We need a sinless Savior - someone from outside our condition to save us. From Leviticus to Hebrews, we explore why it is the blood that makes atonement for one's life.

Donnell and Grippa reach the port city of Ugarit, only to find the vine there too. When all hope seems lost, a mysterious stranger appears - one who has never had the vine. "I am the cure," he says. "It is my blood that will heal you." A powerful allegory of redemption unfolds.

A children's story for adults: In a world where everyone is dying from a mysterious disease called "the vine," Donnell sets out on a dangerous 400-mile journey to find a cure for his dying wife. Along with his unlikely companion Grippa, he discovers that not everyone offering help can be trusted.

We wrap up our series on kingdom disciplines with two powerful ideas: how simplicity cultivates gratitude, and what Jesus really meant when he said "Judge not." Being non-judgmental doesn't mean disengagement - it means being invested in others while recognizing that different people can be very different.

Scientific studies show that practicing gratitude reduces stress, improves sleep, and increases happiness. But for Kingdom citizens, thankfulness is more than a life hack - it's a discipline that refocuses our eyes on God, removes negativity, and even repels darkness. Grab a notebook and start counting your blessings.

Our acts of kindness, done in the name of Jesus, with the purpose of serving and blessing others also serve to lay aside treasures in heaven that glorify and exalt our King. This constitutes the kingdom coming on earth as it is in heaven - we become the answer to the Lord’s prayer.

God's economy of spiritual profit, which He's interested in, is not based on anything that has a worldly value associated with it.