Kingdom Keys: A Glossary
This page explains key biblical terms used throughout the podcast and teachings.
If a word is unfamiliar, return here for a clear and simple definition. Growth happens in layers, and understanding builds over time.
Grace:
God’s unearned favor that saves us and empowers us to grow. Grace is not permission to sin; it is power to transform. God’s remarkable compassion and favor drawing you to Christ
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Mosaic Law:
The covenant given through Moses in the Old Testament found In the first five books of the Bible, known as the Pentateuch or the Torah, which include Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. Established a covenant of holiness. It consists of three categories: Moral (timeless ethics), Ceremonial (rituals foreshadowing Christ), and Civil (social justice). Its purpose was to set apart a "kingdom of priests," reveal God’s righteous standards, and highlight the necessity of atonement through the coming sacrificial Savior.
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Law of Christ:
Jesus fulfilled the Mosaic Law through perfect obedience, replacing the "guardian" system with Grace. Under the Law of the Spirit of Life, believers move from outward rules to inward transformation. While the ceremonial law ended in Christ’s sacrifice, His grace empowers us to live out God’s eternal moral character through faith and love, shifting from duty to divine flow. and the leading of the Holy Spirit.
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Repentance:
Turning away from sin and returning to God. Repentance involves a change of mind that leads to new action. A decisive shift in how one thinks about sin, God, and one's own life direction. The Greek term for repentance, "metanoia," signifies this change of mind, while the Hebrew term "teshuvah" means returning to God
Sanctification:
The ongoing process of being set apart and gradually transformed to reflect Christ.
Consecration:
Intentionally dedicating your life, actions, or decisions to God.
Justification:
Being declared righteous before God through faith in Jesus Christ.
Covenant:
A binding agreement initiated by God between Himself and His people.
Spiritual Blindness:
A condition where the heart resists truth, even when the mind understands it.
Conviction vs Condemnation:
Conviction comes from the Holy Spirit and leads to repentance and growth.
Condemnation produces shame and distance from God.