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11-12-2026 Luke 17 v2025 First He Must Suffer Greatly
The Gospel of Luke Ch 17 Verse 20 thru 25
20 Asked by the Pharisees when the kingdom of God would come, he said in reply, “The coming of the kingdom of God cannot be observed, 21 and no one will announce, ‘Look, here it is,’ or, ‘There it is.’ For behold, the kingdom of God is among you.” 22 Then he said to his disciples, “The days will come when you will long to see one of the days of the Son of Man, but you will not see it. 23 There will be those who will say to you, ‘Look, there he is,’ [or] ‘Look, here he is.’ Do not go off, do not run in pursuit. 24 For just as lightning flashes and lights up the sky from one side to the other, so will the Son of Man be [in his day]. 25 But first he must suffer greatly and be rejected by this generation.
In Luke 17:20-25, Jesus addresses the Pharisees, explaining the nature of the Kingdom of God. They ask Him when the Kingdom will come, seeking a visible, earthly manifestation. In response, Jesus reveals a profound truth: “The kingdom of God is in the midst of you” (Luke 17:21, ESV). This statement shifts the focus from a distant hope to an immediate reality. The Kingdom isn’t merely a future event or an external power; it is actively present in the hearts of those who recognize and accept Jesus as their Savior.
For those who have confessed Christ, the Kingdom of God is not a distant dream but a present reality. Through faith, we enter into this Kingdom, experiencing its transformative power in our daily lives. This message is particularly vital in a world often characterized by chaos and uncertainty. Jesus warns that the coming of the Son of Man will be like the days of Noah and Lot—unexpected and unrecognized by many. It is a call to vigilance and awareness, inviting believers to live in a way that reflects the values of God’s Kingdom.
As Christians, we are reminded that our confession of faith is not only a personal declaration but an invitation to participate in God’s ongoing work in the world. The Kingdom of God manifests wherever love, justice, mercy, and grace are realized among us. Every act of kindness or truth we embody is a testament to the Kingdom’s presence. We are called to be vessels of this profound reality, embodying the hope that Jesus brings to the world. In doing so, we affirm that the Kingdom of God is indeed among us, alive in our hearts and communities as we follow Him. Amen.
Join me as we pray our daily prayer of forgiveness. The Lord’s Prayer.
At the Savior’s command and formed by divine teaching, we dare to pray:
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. Deliver us, Lord, we pray, from every evil, graciously grant peace in our days, that, by the help of your mercy, we may be always free from sin and safe from all distress, as we await the blessed hope and the coming of our Savior, Jesus Christ. For the kingdom, the power and the glory are yours now and forever.
I am sorry Lord. I believe You died and rose for me. Please forgive me as I forgive others. I share You as my Lord and Savior seeking to live your Will in all things. Prayers for wife Toni and my mother Betty pray for our children especially our two oldest Alexandra & Allen Son in Law Mark Stern; Julian, Gabriel and Jeffrey and our grandchildren Oliver, Julian and Elliott. We pray for those we’ve said we’d pray for and those who’ve asked us to pray for them. We pray for the dying as we do each day Lord give them peace in their last breath. We pray for Holy Mother Church. Our prayers for our niece Brittany. In Jesus Precious Blood by His Name we pray. Amen.
I am a poet obedient to Christ,
Catholic Evangelist Thomas Cruz†Wiggins
†Spirit led God inspired Christ fed†®
Ephesians 6:17-20
11-12-2026 Luke 17 v2025
**First He Must Suffer Greatly**
In whispered words, the question came,
“When will the kingdom show its Name?”
The Pharisees sought signs of old,
A throne of power, a story bold.
But Jesus spoke of truth profound,
“The kingdom’s here, it’s all around.
Not bound by walls or earthly might,
It dwells within, a guiding light.”
Among you now, it starts to grow,
In hearts alight with love’s soft glow.
No need for trumpets, banners high,
For those who seek, the kingdoms nigh.
Like days of Noah, Lot’s swift flight,
Many will miss the coming light.
Unseen it weaves through daily strife,
In every act of faithful life.
Awake, O soul! Let love take root,
In kindness, mercy, share the fruit.
For every heart that bends to grace,
The kingdom finds its rightful place.
So, let us walk, in faith we stand,
With Jesus’ love, we join His band.
In every prayer, in every deed,
The kingdom lives; it’s all we need. Amen.
© Thomas Joe Cruz†Wiggins
November 12, 2026 @ 04:41 AM EST
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