Meaning of Revelation 4

While there are many details in Revelation chapter four—some of which are easier to understand than others—the overall meaning is that the apostle John was describing a vision of heaven that God granted him.

In the vision, John witnessed the majesty of God in heaven. He saw the faithful people of God standing in the presence of God. He observed God’s creation giving continual, perfect praise to the Triune God. It is a magnificent scene that John describes!

The wonderful thing is that you and I are not limited to reading about John’s description of heaven. Because you and I also have the promise of Revelation 2:10 (“Be faithful, even to the point of death, and I will give you life as your victor’s crown.”), we can count on being in God’s presence when this life ends. That is because all of God’s promises are “Yes” in Christ (2 Corinthians 1:20).