The Wonder of Heaven

I. CHRIST-EXALTING PERSPECTIVES

1. The Lord Reveals Himself (Prophet), Rev 1:1-3
2. The Lord Redeems the Soul (Priest), Rev 1:4-9
3. The Lord Reigns Among His People (King), Rev 1:10-20

II. CHRIST-REIGNING REALITY, Rev 4:1-9

1. The Open Door v1
   a. after this; hereafter (Μετα ταυτα)
   b. occurs 10x in Revelation
2. The Call of Christ
   a. the call of Christ
   b. the contrast to Rev 3:20-22
3. The Throne of Christ, vv2-3, (v5)
   a. seated in heaven, v2
   b. splendid in glory, v3
4. The Twenty-four Elders, v4
   a. clothed in white raiment
   b. crowned with gold
5. The Seven Spirits, v5
   a. activity from the throne
   b. abiding in God's people (lamps)
6. The Sea of Glass, v6a
   a. the gospel before the throne
   b. the gospel in the midst of the throne
7. The Living Creatures, vv6a-9
   a. abiding near the throne
   b. alert and aware (full of eyes)
   c. abounding with the gospel
   d. ascribing glory to the King

III. CHRIST-WORSHIPING APPLICATION, Rev 4:10-11

1. The Worship of Heaven...
   a. is eternal (for ever & ever)
   b. is humble (cast their crowns)
   c. praises Christ's incarnate humanity (Thou art worthy)