At the center of every vision is a throne, encircled by a rainbow, radiant as jewels. God is worshiped ceaselessly as holy, and as the Creator by whose will all things exist. Whatever unfolds on earth happens beneath this occupied throne.
Where to read
- Revelation 4:2–3 (the throne)
- Revelation 4:11 (worthy, our Lord and God)
- Revelation 21:5 (‘I make all things new’)
Their part in the story
- Reigns sovereignly over history
- Receives the worship of heaven and earth
- Makes all things new
What this teaches
- God is never off His throne.
- Creation exists by His will and for His glory.
- Sovereignty is cause for worship, not fear.
For today
When life feels out of control, Revelation shows the control room of the universe — and it is full of worship.