Heaven’s Perspective

Jeremiah 52; Revelations 1; Psalms 143, 144 

“and from Jesus Christ, who is the faithful witness, the firstborn from the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth. To him who loves us and has freed us from our sins by his blood, and made us to be a kingdom and priests to serve his God and Father -  to him be glory and power for ever and ever! Amen.”

Revelation 1:5, 6

John’s revelation of the reality of Christ’s current authority as the firstborn from the dead and the ruler of the kings of the earth totally changed how he viewed his imprisonment on the island of Patmos. John understood God’s hand and authority was building his kingdom in the hearts of people liberated by the blood of Christ in the midst of the kingdoms of this world. The Church was the temple of God and Christ-followers were priests who served our Father God. This glorious eternal reality changes how we face the earthly powers and authorities of this world. We, too, can live with peace, boldness, and confidence knowing whose we are and who we are.

How does this reality change the way we view our circumstances today?

“…for your glory.”