The Seven Characteristics of the Kingdom Man
(Seen in the Life of Jesus)
These seven characteristics reflect the restored image of God in humanity.
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Identity
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Intimacy with the Father
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Obedience to God’s Will
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Authority in the Spirit
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Compassion for People
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Servant Leadership
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Kingdom Mission
1. Identity
Knowing Who You Are in God
Jesus lived with absolute clarity about His identity.
“This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.”
— Gospel of Matthew 3:17
Notice that this declaration happened before Jesus performed any miracle.
His identity came from relationship with the Father, not achievements.
Principle
Kingdom people operate from identity, not insecurity.
One of the main works of salvation is restoring the identity of the image of God.
2. Intimacy with the Father
A Life of Communion With God
Jesus constantly withdrew to pray.
“And he withdrew himself into the wilderness, and prayed.”
— Gospel of Luke 5:16
Prayer was not ritual—it was relationship.
This intimacy sustained His ministry.
Principle
Kingdom authority flows from intimacy with God.
3. Obedience to the Father’s Will
Total Alignment With God
Jesus repeatedly emphasized obedience.
“For I came down from heaven, not to do mine own will, but the will of him that sent me.”
— Gospel of John 6:38
This is the essence of the Kingdom.
The Kingdom exists wherever God’s will is obeyed.
Principle
Kingdom citizens submit their lives to God’s purposes.
4. Authority in the Spirit
Power Over Darkness
Jesus demonstrated authority over:
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sickness
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demons
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nature
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death
People recognized this authority.
“He taught them as one having authority, and not as the scribes.”
— Gospel of Matthew 7:29
This authority came through the Holy Spirit.
“The Spirit of the Lord is upon me…”
— Gospel of Luke 4:18
Principle
Kingdom authority comes from the Spirit of God operating through a surrendered life.
5. Compassion for People
The Heart of the Kingdom
Jesus was deeply moved by human suffering.
“But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them.”
— Gospel of Matthew 9:36
The Kingdom is not merely authority—it is love in action.
Principle
True Kingdom leadership flows from compassion, not control.
6. Servant Leadership
Leadership Through Humility
Jesus completely reversed the worldly model of power.
“Whosoever will be great among you, let him be your minister.”
— Gospel of Matthew 20:26
He demonstrated this by washing the disciples’ feet.
“I have given you an example, that ye should do as I have done to you.”
— Gospel of John 13:15
Principle
In the Kingdom, greatness is measured by service.
7. Kingdom Mission
Living for God’s Redemptive Purpose
Jesus lived with a clear mission.
“For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost.”
— Gospel of Luke 19:10
He also commissioned His followers.
“As my Father hath sent me, even so send I you.”
— Gospel of John 20:21
Principle
Kingdom people live for the mission of God.
The Kingdom Man Framework
When we put all seven together, the pattern becomes clear.
| Characteristic | Kingdom Function |
|---|---|
| Identity | Secure in God |
| Intimacy | Connected to the Father |
| Obedience | Aligned with God's will |
| Authority | Empowered by the Spirit |
| Compassion | Loving people |
| Servanthood | Leading with humility |
| Mission | Expanding God's Kingdom |
The Restoration of Genesis
This model brings us back to the original design in **Book of Genesis 1:26.
| Genesis Design | Restored in Christ |
|---|---|
| Image | Identity in Christ |
| Likeness | Christlike character |
| Dominion | Spiritual authority |
Thus the Kingdom disciple becomes a restored image-bearer of God.
The Goal of Discipleship
The ultimate goal is Christlike maturity.
“Till we all come… unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ.”
— Epistle to the Ephesians 4:13
Discipleship therefore aims to form Kingdom men and women who reflect Christ in character and authority.
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