Learn About How to Enter God's Heavenly Kingdom in First Adam vs Last Adam
For nations comprised of a diverse group of citizens, how can their governing body support religious freedom while adhering to God's covenant which He made with His people? Rodney Alan Hempel's new book, First Adam vs Last Adam, gives eye-opening reflections on how modern America experiences challenges similar to the Israelites' struggles long ago.
BALTIMORE, Md., Dec. 18, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- First Adam vs Last Adam: America's Tale of Two Kingdoms gives a glimpse into a fictional setting that shows differences and similarities between the material and divine. More information about the author and the book will be available on http://www.RocketbooksLLC.com. Rodney Alan Hempel provides his readers with situations wherein the people residing in these two kingdoms interact and affect one another. He then identifies modern America as the primary representation of the people in these different domains and offers biblical guidance on acquiring citizenship in God's divine kingdom.
While each kingdom has its own authority and sovereignty, the Almighty Father's divine one ranks higher than the worldly one established by man. However, it doesn't mean that the latter and its man-made laws should be disregarded. It is simply a matter of believing in Jesus so that a person can belong in both and eventually reenter the former when their time comes.
"At last, it becomes clear that there is a heavenly kingdom and it is clearly revealed to us! One earthly—a national government—and one heavenly! And dual citizenship is offered to those who chose to believe in Jesus," the author reminds readers of the existence of two kingdoms, but wonders if they can coexist. "A good question to ask would be whether these two kingdoms operate in concert with one another, or do they oppose one another?"
Ever since their exodus from Egypt and their forty-year journey through the desert to the Promised Land, the Israelites have had trouble following their covenant with God. In order to lead them to the righteous path, the Lord sent judges and kings to help them establish their own government and help them cooperate with neighboring kingdoms to avoid conflict. However, mankind is flawed, failing to remain faithful and struggled to determine right from wrong. It is through this weakness that God's strength is revealed.
In the New Testament, Jesus reminds people that the kingdom of God is present and open to those who wish to enter it. He also foretells of his promised reign as king of Israel, and until then, humanity can live a life of prayers and blessings from the Lord. After His crucifixion and death, Jesus rises from the grave and ascends to heaven. From then on, He would rule as king of Israel, waiting for His second return.
"All mankind will eventually have their choice of two kings," Rodney Alan Hempel reminds his audience that during the End of Days, humanity needs to decide whom to follow. This decision will be the deciding factor in their salvation or damnation. "Either the one from earth who has become godlike and the other being the true choice of Jesus, the king seated in heaven, still on the throne at the right hand of God. People will need to choose wisely between these two kings."
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