Where Majesty Meets Mercy

“Heaven is not reacting. Heaven is ruling.” — Revelation 4:5

This week at Evening Prayer, Pastor Oscar stirred our hearts with some powerful reminders, paraphrased in parts: God is not in panic over the state of the world. He is firmly enthroned, reigning with unmatched power, perfect justice, and eternal glory. From His throne comes lightning and thunder, echoing His majesty, and all of heaven responds in reverent awe. Choosing Jesus wasn’t just a step toward peace, it was taking a stand in an ongoing war between kingdoms. But take heart, the outcome has already been settled. The verdict is in. Dominion belongs to our King, and we belong to Him.

Jesus told us in Matthew 24 and 25 that the gospel of the Kingdom must be preached to all nations. Yes, we’re feeling the pains of this earth, but they are only signs pointing to the return of the King. Pastor Oscar, who has such a passionate heart for God, reminded us that God is not surprised by any of this. He’s sovereign. He’s ruling. And He’s calling us to reorient our thinking to that reality.

Worship, as Jesus shared in John 4, is not confined to a place, it’s a response to who He is. And when we truly behold Him, we become like Him. Pastor Oscar reminded us that awe must never leave our hearts. Psalm 104 and Ezekiel 1 paint a picture of a God so beautiful, so powerful, so holy, that the creatures around His throne cry “Holy!” without ever getting tired. We must never lose our wonder.

And in these days of deception and spiritual pressure, Daniel 11 assures us: “The people who know their God will be strong and do great exploits.” This is our time, not to shrink back, but to rise in boldness and intimacy with our King.

Let the eyes of your heart be opened. Step through the open door of heaven and fix your eyes on the One who defines all reality. God is not reacting, He is reigning. And you are on the winning side.

Lord, open our eyes to see You as You truly are, majestic, ruling, and holy. Let us not be swayed by the noise of the world. Fill us with wonder. Let heaven’s reality anchor our hearts and shape our worship. Reign in us. In Jesus’ name, Amen.