The Throne of The Better Place
January 21, 2024 Pastor: Bryan Glisson Series: The Better Place
Scripture: Revelation 4:1– 5:14
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Message
THE BETTER PLACE
“The Throne of The Better Place”
Revelation 4 & 5
Introduction: In these chapters the scene is in Heaven at the Throne of God. The Throne of God is the central part of the universe.
The Vision of the Throne
The Summons from the Throne (Revelation 4:1)
The Picture of the Throne (Revelation 4:2-3; 6a)
--jasper—clear stone—represents purity
--sardius—red stone—represents judgment
--emerald rainbow—represents a covenant
--crystal sea—represents cleansing
The Judgments out of the Throne (Revelation 4:5)
The Vision of the Beings
The Twenty-Four Elders (Revelation 4:4,10-11)
--12 tribes of Israel & 12 apostles of the Church
--24 rulers or priest of the Universe
--redeemed saints of the OT & NT
The Four Living Creatures (Revelation 4:6b-8)
--lion—the gospel of Matthew
--calf—the gospel of Mark
--man—the gospel of Luke
--eagle—the gospel of John
The Millions of Angels (Revelation 5:11-12)
--their origin—created
--their nature—intelligence, emotions, will
--their activities:
--worshippers (Isaiah 6:1-3)
--ministers (Matthew 4:11)
--messengers (Luke 2:10-12)
--protectors (Matthew 26:53)
--executers--God’s judgments & plans (Revelation 6-16)
The One Weeping Man—John (Revelation 5:1-4)
The One Worthy Lamb—Jesus (Revelation 5:5-7)
The Vision of Worship (Revelation 5:8-14)
Application: Are you assured of your place in Heaven? (1 John 5:13)
Giving
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All In Marriage Weekend
8:00am-4:00pm - February 3
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Resume Submission Deadline: February 4.
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Warehouse Summer Camp
Middle School - June 10-14
High School - June 15-19
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Unite 24
March 1-2
The largest worship gathering of Youth Ministries in Cleveland County!
Cost: $25
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Pleasant City 101
11:00 am - January 21 — Today
Connecting people into the life of our church. Come find out who we are; what we are about; and how YOU can be a part of it!
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VBS: "Start the Party"
July 14-18—9:00am-12:30pm
This week will undoubtedly be your child’s favorite and most impactful week of summer! Registration opens March 31st.
Cost: Free
Clubhouse Camp
July 28-31 at Look Up Lodge
A week of Non-stop fun, great memories with friends, and growing closer to God for current 3rd-5th graders.
Registration opens February 4th at 1:00pm.
Cost: $275 - Deposit: $75 at Registration
Right Now Media
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Clubhouse Kids Ministry
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warehouse247 Student Ministry
Wednesday 5:30-7:45pm. A Worship Gathering just for middle and high school students. Cafe/Games/Worship/Teaching
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