Revelation 4 - Introduction

Jesus Is Worthy Of Praise Revelation Four

John had observed the vision of Christ in the midst of the golden candlesticks. God had told him, "What thou seest, write in a book, and send it unto the seven churches which are in Asia..." After he had written those seven letters he looked to see what else he could see.

God opened a door in heaven and by way of prophetic vision showed John many other things. This chapter provides the background for the reminder of the book of Revelation. John's situation is much like Ezekiel's when, in a vision, he was taken to Jerusalem and allowed to look through a door of the Temple and see all the present abominations.

In this vision John saw twenty-four elders, and four beasts or living creatures covered with eyes, front and back. John observed all of these as they gave glory to God. As these visions were given he was in a very devout state of mind. His mission was to record accurately the things he observed in these visions. The focus of this vision is upon the Almighty God that was sitting on the throne. (Revelation 4:3) The one true God is living, pure, and holy. We must hold Him in awe!