The Magnificence of Jehovah's Celestial Throne - Jehovah's Praises Ring Out

 The 24 elders have the same mental attitude that Jesus displays, even  casting their own crowns down before Jehovah.  It is furthest from their minds to exalt themselves in the presence of God.  They humbly recognize that the only purpose  of their kingship is to bring honor and glory to him, just as Jesus does. (Philippians 2:5, 6, 9-11)   Submissively, they acknowledge their own inferiority and confess that their rulership  is dependent on the sovereignty of Jehovah.  Thus, they are  in heartfelt harmony with the cherubs and the rest of faithful creation in giving praise and  glory to the God who created all things. - PSALM 150:1-6.

Who can remain unmoved at reading John's accout of this vision?  It is splendorous, grand!  But, what must the reality be like?  Jehovah's very majesty must enliven anyone with an appreciative heart to join the four living creatures and the 24 elders in praising Him, both in prayer and by publicly  proclaiming his name.  This is the God for whom Christians are privileged to be witnesses today.   (Isaiah 43; 10)   Remember that John's vision applies  to the Lord's day, where we are now.  "The seven spirits" are  ever at hand to guide and strengthen us.  (Galatians 5:16-18)  God's Word is available today to help us to be holy in serving a holy God.  (1 Peter 1:14-16)  Certainly, we happy to read about the words of this prophecy.  (Revelation 1:3)  What an inducement they provide to be faithful to Jehovah and not allow the world to distract us from actively singing his praises! - 1 John 2:15-17.

So far, John has described what he sees when he is invited to approach through that  opened door in heaven.  Most outstandingly, he reports that Jehovah, in all the magnificence of His majesty and dignity, is seated on His celestial throne.  He is surrounded  by the mightiest of all organizations-radiant  in its splendor and loyalty. The divine Court is in session.  (Daniel 7:9, 10, 18)  The stage is set for something extraordinary to  happen.  What is ii, and how does this affect us  today?  Let us watch as the scene unfolds!

Next time: "Who Is Worthy to Open the Scroll?" 

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