A Throne and One Who Sat on It

I was in the Spirit and behold, a Throne set in heaven, and One sat on the Throne. (Rev. 4:2)

A. John sees God’s Throne which is far more powerful than the throne of the Roman empire that was crushing Israel and the Church. John sees the Throne and the Person who has total authority over Rome and Satan’s kingdom. This revelation brings great confidence to us. A key focus in the Book of Revelation is God's Throne (referred to 40 times).

B. This “set Throne” is set forever. It is not a temporary power like the Roman Empire. God’s Throne guarantees us that all of God’s plans will come to pass. God’s Throne assures us that our destiny cannot be stopped, thus we cannot fail as we relate to Him with faith and obedience. God’s will in our life cannot be stopped by Satan, demons or men.

C. The Throne guarantees the certainty of God’s plans. The Throne of God is referred to 40 times in the book of Revelation. The Throne pictures God as the ruler over everything; the One who conquers everything. Nothing can resist it and overcome it; it's the highest of all. There are seven Throne scenes in Revelation (4:2-6:17; 7:9-17; 11:15-19; 14: 1-5; 15: 2-8; 19:1-8; 21:1-22:9).

D. John sees a real Person on the Throne at the governmental center of the universe. A Person with fiery emotions, a vast intellect and who possesses all power, and is 100% observant as He watches over and cares for us. He is a Person who sees, cares, remembers and feels joy or sadness related to our responses to Him. What happens in our life and heart affects His heart. He feels our pain, sees our value, and plans our welfare. We are not alone; we will live together with Him. There is One who desires meaningful partnership with His inferiors.