“Glory And
Honor And Power”
And in front of the throne there is something like a sea of
glass, like crystal.
Around the throne, and on each side of the throne, are four
living creatures, full of eyes in front and behind: the first living creature likea lion, the second living creature like an ox, the
third living creature with a face like a human face, and the fourth living
creature like a flying eagle. And the four living creatures, each of them with
six wings, are full of eyes all around and inside. Day and night without
ceasing they sin, "Holy, holy, holy, the Lord God the Almighty, who was
and is and is to come."
And whenever the living creatures give glory and honor and
thanks to the one who is seated on the throne, who lives forever and ever, the
twenty-four elders fall before the one who is seated on the throne and worship
the one who lives forever and ever; they cast their crowns before the throne,
singing, "You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and
power, for you created all things, and by your will they existed and were
created."
Revelation 4:6-11
We are told that when we go to heaven, we too will receive a
crown. There will be no trophy cases in heaven; no gloating over earthly
accomplishments. Redeemed sinners will truly understand that they are not
worthy, but that Jesus is worthy.
Heaven’s crowns are not for keeping
but for casting at Christ’s feet.
Our Daily Bread –