Todd it is exciting that you are seeking His kingdom! About 20 years ago when He opened my eyes about the kingdom I essentially did what you are thinking about; I reread the Bible mostly New Testament really with a view to the kingdom as a central theme. Really will change your perspective!

I recently started a blog discussing the kingdom if you are interested at

https://edwsny1.dreamhosters.com/contact-us/

if you find value in what I write i welcome an ongoing conversation about this and you are free to contact me at the email on the site. God bless! Ed