Kingdom of Heaven is near

Matthew 4:16-18 (New International Version)

The people living in darkness have seen a great light;on those living in the land of the shadow of death

a light has dawned."[a]. From that time on Jesus began to preach, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near."


Matthew 10:6-8 (New International Version)


Go rather to the lost sheep of Israel. As you go, preach this message: 'The kingdom of heaven is near.' Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse those who have leprosy,[a]drive out demons. Freely you have received, freely give.

Matthew 3:1-3 (New International Version)


In those days John the Baptist came, preaching in the Desert of Judea and saying, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near." This is he who was spoken of through the prophet Isaiah:

"A voice of one calling in the desert,

'Prepare the way for the Lord,

make straight paths for him.' "[a]