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Podcast Summary: 

Imagine being handed the keys to a kingdom - a kingdom not just of the future, but one meant to be experienced here and now. 

In this episode of As In Heaven, Bryan Elliot and host Matt Davis explore the "Kingdom Mandate" - a divine assignment given to humanity from the very beginning in Genesis, and still alive today. 

The problem they tackle is this: Why do so many believers live disconnected from the fullness of this kingdom reality, settling for a life that separates the spiritual from the secular? 

Together, they discuss the call to rule and reign with Christ, not just in heaven, but on earth. They dive deep into how we can embrace this kingdom identity and live out the fullness of God’s purpose in every area of life.

Key Takeaways:

1. The Kingdom Mandate given to humanity in Genesis is still alive and active today, calling us to rule and reign with Christ.
2. Jesus came to restore what was lost in Eden, inviting us into a partnership with God to expand His kingdom on earth.
3. We are multidimensional beings - co-seated with Christ in heaven, while called to live out that reality here on earth.
4. The separation of sacred and secular is a false dichotomy; every part of our lives belongs to God and should reflect His kingdom.
5. Grief is a natural part of transitioning into kingdom life, as we let go of old comforts and embrace our identity as citizens of heaven.

Pull Quotes:

• "The Kingdom of God is the supernatural made natural - it’s in the day-to-day, in the simple things of life."
• "You can have religion without Jesus, but you can’t have the kingdom without the King."
• "We are transitioning agents, gateways, bringing heaven to earth in the here and now."

Chapter Markers:

• 00:12 – Introduction to the Kingdom Mandate: Matt Davis introduces the topic and sets the table for exploring what it means to live out the Kingdom Mandate.
• 01:10 – The Kingdom Mandate in Genesis: Bryan Elliott explains how the Kingdom Mandate began in Genesis, with humanity being given dominion to rule and reign on earth.
• 04:37 – The Fall and the Loss of Authority: Discussion on how Adam and Eve lost their authority through sin, and how Jesus came to restore that authority.
• 06:08 – Jesus Restores What Was Lost: Bryan and Matt explore how Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection invite us back into the Kingdom reality, bringing heaven to earth.
• 08:21 – Faith and the Kingdom: The importance of faith in living out the Kingdom reality and how the disciples struggled with doubt even after witnessing miracles.
• 14:19 – Ruling vs. Reigning: Defining the difference between ruling and reigning, and how God chooses to reign on earth through His people.
• 19:20 – The Sacred vs. Secular Divide: Bryan challenges the false separation between sacred and secular life, emphasizing that every part of life is holy and belongs to God.
• 26:13 – The Grieving Process: Bryan shares his personal experience of grieving as he let go of the things of the world and embraced his new identity in the kingdom.
• 28:27 – Inheritance in the Kingdom: Matt and Bryan discuss the concept of inheritance, not just as something for the future, but something we get to enjoy now as heirs with Christ.
• 31:31 – Practical Steps to Live the Kingdom Mandate: The episode concludes with practical advice on how to start living out the Kingdom Mandate in everyday life.