_287. What is meant, in a particular sense, by the kingdom of God
which you pray for in this petition?_
1. The kingdom of grace, in which Christ makes every believer a
partaker of righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit; and
2. The kingdom of glory in heaven, where the chosen live with Christ
in perfect happiness.
_288. What is meant by saying that the kingdom of God comes to us?_
It means that we become partakers in it.
_289. When does the kingdom of God come to us?_
The kingdom of God comes to us when our heavenly Father gives us His
Holy Spirit, so that by His grace we believe the Word of God.
_290. What does the Holy Spirit work in them who thus by faith
have become partakers in the kingdom of God?_
They live holy and Christ-like lives here in time, and in heaven
forever.