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Before the book of Revelation gets to its seals, trumpets, and beasts, John sees one thing first: an occupied throne. In this episode of the Sermon Notes Podcast, host Brian Ball and Campus and Teaching Pastor Aaron Bryant of The Church at Avenue South look at Revelation 4 and the throne room of heaven. They start with a quick tour of Revelation 1–3 and the letters to the seven churches, including what Ephesus can teach us about slowly drifting from our first love. Then they explain why persecuted believers needed to know that God, not Caesar, is in control. You'll hear what the jasper and carnelian stones say about God's character, why "holy, holy, holy" is the highest call to worship, and how the white robes of the redeemed point to the righteousness we receive through faith in Jesus. If you're carrying fear or uncertainty today, this conversation will help you look up and remember who's on the throne.