Our God Reigns

Revelation 19:6

Today I want to prepare you for the journey ahead. To prepare you for the adventure and instruction in the Lord that lies in front of us in the coming months.

I want to prepare your minds to understand and to affirm the complete Sovereignty and Rule of Almighty God, as we walk through the book of Revelation starting next week.

We will lay aside all fear and trepidation and walk with confidence into this blessed book and most sacred letter.

Before we do, we will settle today, that Our God Reigns!

That right now He is ruling and reigning.

That right now He is overall, in all and through all.

That right now He alone superintends over all the Universe, all of Creation and all the affairs of men.

Today we will be reminded that He alone sustains all things and commands the events of human history.

Today we will be reminded that our trust in Him and our faith in His Son is based off of all past promises fulfilled and the weight of the evidence of His faithfulness.

This gives us great assurance as we read and understand this blessed tome that is meant to comfort the believer.

Let us Read again these words, Revelation 19:6 “And I heard as it were the voice of a great multitude, and as the voice of many waters, and as the voice of mighty thunderings, saying, Alleluia: for the Lord God omnipotent reigneth.”

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🕊️ Foundational Verses on God's Sovereignty

These verses remind the church that God reigns over history, nations, and salvation—He is never surprised, never overpowered.

📖 Old Testament Anchors

• Isaiah 46:9–10 — “I am God, and there is none like me, declaring the end from the beginning…”

• Daniel 4:35 — “He does according to His will in the host of heaven and among the inhabitants of the earth…”

• Psalm 115:3 — “Our God is in the heavens; He does all that He pleases.”

• Proverbs 21:1 — “The king’s heart is a stream of water in the hand of the Lord; He turns it wherever He will.”

• Job 42:2 — “I know that You can do all things, and that no purpose of Yours can be thwarted.”

📖 New Testament Affirmations

• Romans 11:36 — “For from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. To Him be glory forever.”

• Ephesians 1:11 — “…having been predestined according to the purpose of Him who works all things according to the counsel of His will.”

• Revelation 1:8 — “I am the Alpha and the Omega,” says the Lord God, “who is and who was and who is to come, the Almighty.”

• Revelation 4:11 — “Worthy are You, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power…”

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🔥 Preparing the Church for Revelation

These verses help frame the reading of Revelation not as chaos, but as divine orchestration:

• Revelation 5:5 — “Behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah… has conquered…” — Christ is sovereign even in judgment.

• Revelation 6:1 — The Lamb opens the seals—He initiates history’s unfolding.

• Revelation 17:17 — “For God has put it into their hearts to carry out His purpose…” — even wicked rulers serve His ends.

• Revelation 19:6 — “Hallelujah! For the Lord our God the Almighty reigns.”

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Day Theme Key Verse Focus

1 God’s Eternal Rule Isaiah 46:9–10 He knows the end from the beginning

2 Sovereignty in Suffering Job 42:2 Even pain is not wasted

3 Sovereignty Over Kings Daniel 4:35 Nations bow to His will

4 Sovereignty in Salvation Ephesians 1:11 Redemption is no accident

5 Christ the Sovereign Lamb Revelation 5:5 Jesus reigns through sacrifice

6 Sovereignty in Judgment Revelation 6:1 God initiates the seals

7 Sovereignty in Chaos Revelation 17:17 Evil is not ultimate

8 Sovereignty in Worship Revelation 4:11 Heaven responds to His rule

9 Sovereignty in Victory Revelation 19:6 God reigns forever

10 Sovereignty in New Creation Revelation 21:5 “Behold, I make all things new”

11 Sovereignty and Endurance Romans 11:36 Trusting His purposes

12 Sovereignty and Hope Revelation 22:13 Alpha and Omega—He finishes what He starts

13 Sovereignty and Joy Psalm 115:3 Rejoicing in His rule

14 Sovereignty and Readiness Revelation 1:8 Preparing for His return

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Application

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🔥 1. Lay Down Fear, Pick Up Faith

• Application: Because God reigns, we reject fear and embrace confidence as we enter Revelation.

• Why it matters: Many believers approach apocalyptic texts with dread. Today’s message reframes Revelation as comfort, not a curse.

• Action: Encourage the church to pray, “Lord, replace my fear with faith in Your rule.”

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🛡️ 2. Trust God’s Timing and Justice

• Application: God superintends all human history—past, present, and future.

• Why it matters: Revelation reveals delayed justice and unfolding judgment. Today’s sermon reminds us that God’s timing is perfect.

• Action: I invite you to reflect on areas where they’re waiting for God to act and reaffirm His control.

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📖 3. Read Revelation Through the Lens of Sovereignty

• Application: Every seal, trumpet, and bowl is under the Lamb’s authority.

• Why it matters: This guards against sensationalism and fear-based interpretations and sets the tone for theological clarity.

• Action: Encourage members to mark every moment in Revelation where God initiates or controls events.

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🕊️ 4. Worship with Assurance

• Application: Revelation 19:6 shows heaven erupting in praise because God reigns.

• Why it matters: Worship is not just emotional—it’s theological. It calls believers to respond with reverence and joy.

• Action: Make “Alleluia! The Lord God omnipotent reigneth!” as a weekly refrain.

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🌍 5. Live Boldly in a Chaotic World

• Application: Because God reigns now—not just in the future—we live with courage and conviction.

• Why it matters: God is not waiting to reign—He reigns now.

• Action: I challenge you to make one bold decision this week that reflects trust in God’s sovereignty (e.g., sharing the gospel, forgiving someone, stepping into ministry).

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