God: Sovereign Owner & Sustainer of All Things

Apr 8, 2020    Mitch Horton

In this powerful teaching from Revelation 4, we take an in-depth look at the throne room of God, exploring His sovereignty, holiness, and ultimate control over creation. As we continue our verse-by-verse study of Revelation, we see that God is the supreme ruler of all things, and He alone holds the future in His hands.


Key Scripture Reference:


📖 Revelation 4:1-11 – John's vision of heaven, where he witnesses the glory, majesty, and worship of God on His throne.


Main Themes Covered in This Sermon:


- God’s Throne is the Center of Everything – John’s vision reminds us that no matter how chaotic the world may seem, God is in control.


- The Symbolism of the Throne Room – The jasper and sardius stones, the rainbow, the twenty-four elders, the living creatures, and the sea of glass all point to God’s divine nature, holiness, and His covenant faithfulness.


- The Meaning of Worship – The living creatures and elders continually worship God, declaring “Holy, holy, holy”, emphasizing that God's holiness is the foundation of His power and authority.


- God as the Owner of All Things – Revelation 4 affirms that God created and sustains all things, reminding us to trust Him in every situation.


- Preparing for Christ’s Return – As the world faces turmoil, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, we are reminded that these events are just a prelude to the greater upheavals before Jesus’ return.