What Will God’s Kingdom Accomplish?

The Bible describes God’s Kingdom as God’s solution to humanity’s problems. But what will God’s Kingdom accomplish when it begins to rule over the earth? Will the world truly be transformed, and what does Scripture say about humanity’s future?

In this article, we examine what the Bible teaches about what God’s Kingdom will accomplish. We will see how God will remove the effects of sin and death, restore the earth, and fulfill his promises of peace, righteousness, and everlasting life.

God’s Kingdom Will End Satan’s Rule

The Bible shows that the world today is under the rule of Satan and the demons. Jesus referred to Satan as “the ruler of this world” (John 14:30), Paul called him “the god of this world” (2 Cor. 4:4), and the Devil claimed to Jesus that the kingdoms of the world had been handed over to him (Luke 4:5–6). God’s Kingdom will therefore not simply be another kingdom among many, but God’s own government, which will bring Satan’s rule to an end.

The prophet Daniel describes this using the image of a stone that crushes the kingdoms of the world and grows into a great mountain that fills the whole earth. He writes:

“And in the days of these kings, the God of heaven shall set up a kingdom which shall never be destroyed. And the kingdom shall not be left to another people. It shall break in pieces and destroy all these kingdoms, and it shall stand forever.” (Dan. 2:44, Interlinear Bible)

When God’s Kingdom takes power, human governments will no longer rule the world. Through Jesus Christ, God will establish a righteous government that will never be replaced by another. This will mark the beginning of the restoration of the earth described throughout the rest of Bible prophecy.

Religion Will Be Removed

The Bible shows that religion has played a central role in leading people away from God. Throughout history, human traditions, idolatry, and false teachings have obscured the truth and divided people. But God’s Kingdom will not only abolish unrighteous forms of government—it will also remove all religion and, with it, all false worship.

In Revelation, John describes how the symbolic “Babylon the Great” is judged and destroyed. It is portrayed as a religious power that has misled the nations and stood in opposition to God (Rev. 17–18). When religion is removed, people will no longer be led astray by false teachings and human traditions.

The prophet Habakkuk describes the result in these words:

“For the earth shall be filled with the knowledge of the glory of Yahweh, as the waters cover the sea.” (Hab. 2:14, Interlinear Bible)

God’s Kingdom will create the best conditions for all people to come to know God and live in harmony with his will.

The Kingdom for Israel Will Be Restored

The Bible shows that God’s Kingdom will not only transform the world but also fulfill the promises God made to Israel. Among these promises is the restoration of the Kingdom for Israel, which the prophets foretold and which will be under the rule of the Messiah.

At the meeting of the apostles in Jerusalem, James quoted the prophet Amos and said:

“After these things I will return and will build again the tabernacle of David which has fallen. And I will build again the things which have been demolished.” (Acts 15:16, Interlinear Bible)

Isaiah also foretold that the twelve tribes of Israel would be restored and that salvation through the Messiah would reach all nations (Isa. 49:6). God’s Kingdom will thus fulfill both the promises made to Israel and God’s plan for people from all nations to have the opportunity to come to know him.

The Dead Will Be Resurrected

God’s Kingdom will not only transform life for those living on the earth. The Bible also shows that the dead will be raised to life again. Jesus said:

“Do not marvel at this, for an hour is coming in which all those in the tombs will hear His voice. And they will come out, the ones having done good into a resurrection of life; and the ones having practiced evil into a resurrection of judgment.” (John 5:28–29, Interlinear Bible)

And in Revelation we read:

“And the sea gave up the dead in it. And death and Hades gave up the dead in them. And they were each judged according to their works.” (Rev. 20:13, Interlinear Bible)

The resurrection is a fundamental part of God’s plan for humanity. Through Jesus Christ, both the righteous and the unrighteous will be raised from the dead and given the opportunity to come to know God under the righteous rule of God’s Kingdom.

The Earth Will Be Restored to Paradise

When God created mankind, his purpose was for humans to live forever on an earth without sin, suffering, and death. But sin and its consequences entered the world when Adam and Eve rebelled against God. God’s Kingdom will completely undo the consequences of Adam’s sin and restore the earth according to God’s original purpose.

The Bible describes a future in which sorrow, pain, and death will no longer exist. John writes:

“And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes. And death shall be no longer, nor mourning, nor outcry, nor pain will be any longer; for the first things passed away.” (Rev. 21:4, Interlinear Bible)

Isaiah also describes the peace and joy that will characterize the earth under the rule of God’s Kingdom. Desolate lands will blossom, people will build houses and live in them, plant vineyards and eat their fruit, and no one will any longer fear war or destruction (Isa. 35:1–10; 65:17–25).

When God’s Kingdom has completed its work, the earth will once again be the Paradise God intended from the beginning. Humans will live in peace with one another, and creation will be freed from the consequences of sin and death.

Not Everyone Will Receive Everlasting Life

The Bible shows that God’s Kingdom will give all people the best possible conditions to come to know God and live according to his will. But God does not force anyone to obey him. Even under the righteous rule of God’s Kingdom, some will choose to continue in rebellion.

The prophet Isaiah writes:

“There shall not still be an infant of days, or an old man that has not filled his days. For the youth shall die the son of a hundred years, but the sinner the son of a hundred years shall be accursed.” (Isa. 65:20, Interlinear Bible)

The verse shows that those who refuse to turn from their ways will not be allowed to continue living. At the same time, Isaiah says that the sinner is judged at a hundred years of age. This suggests that God gives people a considerable period of time to come to know him and choose whether they will live according to his will. Only then does judgment come upon those who persist in sin.

The Bible also shows that at the end of the thousand years, Satan will be released for a short time. Then all people will face a final test. Those who once again join the rebellion against God will suffer the second death—final and irreversible destruction (Rev. 20:7–15).

God’s Kingdom Will Last Forever

When the final test is over, all rebellion against God will have come to an end. Satan, death, and all evil will have been removed forever, and God’s purpose for the earth will have been fully accomplished.

Those who have chosen to live according to God’s will will inherit the earth and live in peace and righteousness. The psalmist writes:

“The righteous shall inherit the earth and live on it forever.” (Ps. 37:29, Interlinear Bible)

Paul describes the final completion of Christ’s rule:

“Then is the end, when He delivers the kingdom to God the Father, when He makes to cease all rule and all authority and power. For it is right for Him to reign until He puts all the enemies under His feet. The last enemy made to cease is death.” (1 Cor. 15:24–26, Interlinear Bible)

God’s Kingdom will thus complete the work God intended from the beginning. The earth will be restored, mankind will be reconciled with its Creator, and God’s will shall be done on earth just as it is in heaven.

Brief Summary

The Bible shows that God’s Kingdom will bring Satan’s rule to an end, remove religion and all false worship, restore the Kingdom for Israel, and raise the dead. Under the righteous rule of God’s Kingdom, the earth will be restored to Paradise, where sorrow, sickness, and death will no longer exist.

At the same time, Scripture shows that God gives each person the opportunity to choose whether or not to live according to his will. Those who persist in rebellion against God will not receive everlasting life, while those who love truth and righteousness will inherit the earth and live on it forever.

God’s Kingdom is therefore not merely a hope for a better future. It is God’s solution to the problem of sin and death and the fulfillment of his purpose for the earth. That is why Jesus taught his disciples to pray:

“Let Your kingdom come. Let Your will be done, as it is in heaven, also on the earth.” (Matt. 6:10, Interlinear Bible)

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