The kingdom of God was at the heart of Jesus’ teaching. Time and again, He spoke of “the gospel of the kingdom,” revealing the fullness of God’s promises in the Old Testament. But what is this kingdom, how do we enter it, and why is it essential to our understanding of salvation?

In The Kingdom of God and the Work of Christ, Dr. Brandon Crowe explains why the kingdom of God lies at the center of Jesus’ ministry and at the heart of the gospel. By tracing how Christ fulfills the promises of the Old Testament, this book invites us to see the kingdom more clearly, to know the King more fully, and to discover how His reign transforms us and our lives.

Endorsements

“Far too often, we parrot biblical words without really knowing what they mean. Dr. Crowe has given the church an excellent summary of what the Gospels mean by the phrase ‘kingdom of God,' but he has also given us more—a practical handbook to understand how to read the Gospels well, seeing their central point, Jesus Christ and His kingdom. Highly recommended for both church leaders and laity who want to know the Gospels more deeply.”

—Dr. William B. Fullilove

“The Gospels sum up Jesus‘ preaching: ‘The kingdom of God has drawn near. Repent, and believe the good news.‘ The coming of God‘s kingdom was the heart of Jesus‘ message, and it was the purpose of His mission. God‘s eternal Son entered human history as the messianic Son, the royal Rescuer promised to Israel and the hope of salvation for all peoples. Exploring both the Gospels and the whole New Testament (with its Old Testament backstory), The Kingdom of God and the Work of Christ traces the tapestry that interweaves the kingdom‘s paradoxical power with the King‘s identity and redemptive achievement. This study is clear, concise, and comprehensive—a challenging blend to achieve for so rich a theme! Moreover, it is convicting: each chapter concludes with ‘practical takeaways‘ that challenge us to trust humbly and submit eagerly to the King who has come and who reigns today at God‘s right hand.”

—Dr. Dennis E. Johnson