Seated with Christ

“To him who overcomes I will grant to sit with Me on My throne, as I also overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne.” Revelation 3:21.

In Revelation 3:21, Lord Jesus makes an astounding promise to those who overcome: "I will give the right to sit with me on my throne." This promise speaks of the incredible privilege and authority given to believers through Christ's victory. Let's explore what it means to be seated with Christ.

The imagery of being seated with Christ on His throne is a powerful picture of our position in Him. In Ephesians 2:6, Apostle Paul writes, "And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus." This verse emphasizes that our seating with Christ is not just a future hope, but a present reality.

When Lord Jesus conquered sin and death through His resurrection, He secured our victory as well. We are now co-heirs with Christ, sharing in His triumph (Romans 8:17). Being seated with Him on the throne signifies our authority and dominion in the spiritual realm. It means we have the power to overcome temptation, resist the schemes of the enemy, and live in the victory that Christ has already won for us.

However, this position of being seated with Christ is not something we earn through our own efforts. It is a gift of grace, made possible through faith in Jesus. We are seated with Him because of His finished work on the cross, not because of our own merits. As we abide in Christ and allow His life to flow through us, we can experience the reality of reigning with Him.

Take a moment to reflect on the incredible truth that you are seated with Christ on His throne. How does this reality change your perspective on the challenges you face? Remember that you have the authority and power of Christ to overcome any obstacle. Live from a place of victory, knowing that you are seated with Him in the heavenly realms. Allow this truth to infuse your life with confidence, peace, and purpose.

Seated with Christ

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