In the Book of Revelation one of the words that stood out in John's vision of heaven was the word "throne" (44x, most of it related to God's throne) The throne is at the centre of heaven and God is seated on the throne. In ch.4-5, surrounding the throne are the elders, living creatures, angels and every creature in heaven and on earth. The environment is filled with heavenly lights, colours, sounds and sights that is beyond human language. What do all these creatures do? They all worship the One who is on the throne. Worship brings and unites God's people. All our differences fade away in the presence of God. He alone is holy and worthy to be worshiped. God and Jesus the Lamb is worshiped. Worship is expressed in many ways - through words, songs, bodies (falling down), and laying their crowns. He is worthy to receive glory, honour, power, wealth, wisdom, strength, and praise.
God has made us for worship (comes from word: worth-ship). We only worship what is of worth. God alone is worthy. Why? He is our creator and the rest are His creation. That's why we worship Him and not the created things. We don't need to wait for heaven to really worship. It starts here and now when we give our lives to Jesus. We can honour Him with our all. As God gets the glory we receive His joy. No matter what happens in your life, God is still on the throne. He is still in control. Worthy is the Lamb!
Ps. Ben
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