The document contrasts the perspectives of the "old creation" world and the "new creation" kingdom of God. It notes several key differences: 1) The world sees the kingdom of God as "weird" and "foolish" while the kingdom values humility and being "perfected in weakness." 2) The world teaches pursuing money, career, security and self-interest while the kingdom teaches giving to others, carrying one's cross, and loving enemies. 3) The kingdom calls believers to have child-like faith, give generously, love neighbors as themselves, and forgo rights for the sake of others, in contrast to worldly priorities.

1. THE UPSIDE-DOWN KINGDOM!

2. The New Creation is weird …

6. “ TREAT OTHERS THE WAY THEY WANT TO BE TREATED”

7. CAREER / $$

8. “ It is more blessed to give than to receive…” (Acts 20:35)

9. “ If you do not carry your cross and follow me, you cannot be my disciple”(Luke 14:27)

10. ENEMIES / POLITICS / SECURITY

11. “ TREAT OTHERS THE WAY THEY WANT TO BE TREATED!”

13. “ If anyone comes to me and does not hate his father and mother, his wife and children, his brothers and sisters—yes, even his own life—he cannot be my disciple” (Luke 14:26)

14. CHILDREN / FAITH

15. “ Whoever does not receive the kingdom of God as a little child will by no means enter it." (Mark 10:15)

17. SELF-LOVE

18. “ Love your neighbour as yourself” (Mark 12:31)

19. St. Francis of Assisi’s Source of Greatest Joy!

20. OLD CREATION NEW CREATION Wise in the world / Little Faith ‘ Foolish’ in world’s eyes / Faith Like a Child Hoard Money for Self Give money to others Demand that others consider OUR needs Love others as we love ourselves Destroy the Enemy / Protect our Rights Love the Enemy / Give up our rights for the sake of others