Kingdom Breaking Through — Devotional on Matthew 16:28
Keywords: Matthew 16:28, Transfiguration, kingdom of God, already/not-yet, resurrection, Pentecost, Christian devotional

In Matthew 16:28 Jesus tells His disciples: “Some standing here will not taste death before they see the Son of Man coming in his kingdom.” It’s one of those verses that sparks debate — and understanding it well unlocks a richer view of how God’s Kingdom arrives in stages.

In this episode we cover:

• Context: Jesus’ warnings about sacrifice and the immediate promise of kingdom revelation.
• Likely fulfillments: the Transfiguration (Matthew 17), the resurrection/ascension, Pentecost, and the early church’s expansion.
• The theological frame: the “already/not-yet” nature of the Kingdom — present in power now, perfected later.
• Practical application: how glimpses of God’s reign strengthen faith in the waiting.

Reflection Question: What moment in your life has felt like a foretaste of God’s kingdom — a moment that strengthened you for the wait?
Challenge: Study Matthew 16–17 and Acts 2 this week. Write down one conviction about the Kingdom’s presence today and one way you’ll live in that reality this week.

Join us as we trace how heaven breaks into earth — not only in future hope, but in present power. Subscribe and leave a rating if this episode helped you see the Kingdom differently.