In a world where political headlines dominate our attention and divisions run deep, it’s easy to believe that the right law or the right leader could finally fix everything. But Scripture reminds us that while governments rise and fall, there is only one kingdom that stands forever—the Kingdom of God. This week on the Sunday Ripple podcast, we’re revisiting Pastor Matt’s message and reflecting on what it means to live as citizens of heaven in a world consumed by politics.

The first truth is this: politics will never fix the world. Solomon, after building one of the greatest kingdoms in history, called it “futile” because he knew it could all collapse under the next ruler (Ecclesiastes 2:18–23). Daniel declared to Nebuchadnezzar that every earthly kingdom would eventually fall, but God’s kingdom would never be destroyed (Daniel 2:44). Our hope cannot rest on political victories that fade with time—it must rest on the eternal reign of Christ.

Second, we need to shift our diet from political noise to God’s Word. Jesus resisted Satan’s offer of worldly kingdoms by quoting Scripture and clinging to God’s truth (Matthew 4:4–10). Today, it’s tempting to binge news cycles or social media outrage, but they leave us drained and divided. God’s Word, however, revives the soul, makes wise the simple, and brings joy to the heart (Psalm 19:7–8). If we want to be shaped by Christ, we need to spend less time with the headlines and more time with the Bible.

Third, real change happens through discipleship, not elections. Moses told Israel their success depended on passing the faith to their children and grandchildren (Deuteronomy 4:9–10). That’s still true today. Politicians can write laws, but only God’s people can make disciples. Each of us is called to invest in someone—whether a child, a friend, or a new believer—and pass on the truth of Jesus Christ.

Finally, true transformation begins in the heart. Jeremiah called the exiles to seek God wholeheartedly rather than demanding quick political fixes (Jeremiah 29:13). We fall into the same trap when we obsess over changing the culture but neglect letting God change us. Revival doesn’t start in Washington—it starts in us. And when God’s people live as citizens of heaven, the world around us can’t help but notice.

At the end of the day, every nation and every leader will fade, but Jesus Christ remains on the throne. That’s why we can declare with confidence: there is only one King, one Kingdom, and one hope for the world.