When we pray “Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done”, God is asking us to pray how He wants us to live. We are aligning our hearts with heaven’s agenda. Pastor Chris Durso challenges us to live from a posture of complete surrender and trust in God’s sovereignty, even when it’s uncomfortable and doesn’t make sense.
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Thy Kingdom Is Thy Will – Chris Durso
Psalm 103:19 (NIV): “The Lord has established his throne in the heavens, and his Kingdom rules over all.”
Matthew 6:9-10 (NIV): “This, then, is how you should pray: “‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.”
The way we speak to people about Jesus reflects His love more powerfully than the words we use and the facts we give.
How we speak to people about Jesus goes beyond the content of our words; it reflects the posture of our hearts.
The right message with the wrong tone means that the right message will be misinterpreted.
If the same spirit that conquered the grave is on the inside of me, then surely that same spirit can help you control your passion, anger, and sharp tongue.
Jesus never lost a battle, but He often loses respect because His people continually try to win arguments.
Jesus doesn’t need you to defend Him. JUST LIVE LIKE YOU KNOW HIM!
Matthew 6:10: “Thy kingdom Come. Thy Will Be Done!
What He is asking us to pray is His request on how we should live.
Jesus said in Matthew 6:5-8: “And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. And when you pray, do not keep on babbling like pagans, for they think they will be heard because of their many words. Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him.”
When Jesus prayed, “Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done,” it was not just words—it was a posture.
Colossians 3:2: “SET YOUR EYES ON THINGS ABOVE”
Matthew 6:33-34 (NIV): “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”
1. “Thy Kingdom Come”
Jesus was saying, “I want you to pray for heaven to invade earth.”
2. “Thy Will Be Done”
This isn’t just about saying “God, you take over.” It’s about surrender.
“God, Take over!” MEANS “GOD, I HAND OVER MY LIFE!”
“Thy Will Be Done” in Action
John 18:1-12: “When he had finished praying, Jesus left with his disciples and crossed the Kidron Valley. On the other side there was a garden, and he and his disciples went into it. Now Judas, who betrayed him, knew the place, because Jesus had often met there with his disciples. So Judas came to the garden, guiding a detachment of soldiers and some officials from the chief priests and the Pharisees. They were carrying torches, lanterns and weapons. Jesus, knowing all that was going to happen to him, went out and asked them, “Who is it you want?” “Jesus of Nazareth,” they replied. “I am he,” Jesus said. (And Judas the traitor was standing there with them.)When Jesus said, “I am he,” they drew back and fell to the ground. Again he asked them, “Who is it you want?” “Jesus of Nazareth,” they said.Jesus answered, “I told you that I am he. If you are looking for me, then let these men go.” 9 This happened so that the words he had spoken would be fulfilled: “I have not lost one of those you gave me.” Then Simon Peter, who had a sword, drew it and struck the high priest’s servant, cutting off his right ear. (The servant’s name was Malchus.) Jesus commanded Peter, “Put your sword away! Shall I not drink the cup the Father has given me?” Then the detachment of soldiers with its commander and the Jewish officials arrested Jesus. They bound him.”
1. Personal Transformation – It starts with us. It’s living in alignment with His values, letting go of pride, selfishness, and sin.
2. Justice and Mercy – God’s will isn’t just about personal change; it’s about societal transformation.
3. Peace and Reconciliation – Jesus taught about turning the other cheek, loving enemies, and reconciling with those who hurt us. That’s the kingdom.
4. Generosity and Stewardship – It’s about living open-handed, sharing our resources, and caring for creation.
5. Healing and Restoration – God’s will is to heal. Whether it’s physical sickness, emotional wounds, or societal brokenness, He’s all about restoration.
6. Creation in Harmony – It’s not just about people; it’s about the planet. The kingdom calls us to care for creation, to live sustainably, and to steward the earth as God intended.
Our job is to live in the tension of the “already” and “not yet.”
Discussion Questions 📝❓:
- What does ‘Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done’ mean for us as individuals in our daily lives?
- How can our actions and attitudes reflect the love and grace of Christ more effectively than just our words?
- The Sermon emphasizes that Jesus is inviting us to live under His dominion. What does this look like for you personally?
- Why do you think it is important to pray for God’s will to be done rather than our own desires?