“(Jesus) has gone into heaven and is at the right hand of God, with angels, authorities, and powers having been subjected to him.” (1 Pet. 3:22). “When Christ had offered for all time a single sacrifice for sins, he sat down at the right hand of God “(Heb. 10:12).
Lord Jesus, sometimes we wonder what you’re currently doing in heaven—speculating this, that, or the other. Sometimes—to our own loss, we don’t even ponder such a weighty notion. But after your resurrection, you ascended to the right hand of our Father, and you didn’t fall into a hammock, sit back in a recliner, or “go on sabbatical.” You joyfully climbed onto your throne, and no one has ever been more active, loving, and engaged than you are at this very moment. Hallelujah, and thank you.
For you are actively…
Making all things new (Rev. 1:5)
Delighting in us as your Bride (Isa. 62:5)
Interceding for us constantly (Heb. 7:25)
Working in all things for our good (Rom. 8:28)
Ruling over every king on the earth (Rev. 1:4b-6)
Enjoying fellowship with the Father and us (1 Jn 1:3)
Sustaining all things by your powerful word (Heb.1:3)
Being worshipped by everyone in heaven (Rev. 5:9-19)
Putting all your enemies under your feet (1 Cor. 15:25)
Reminding us your righteousness is ours when we sin (1 Jn.2:1-2)
Preparing a place for us and “prepping” us for your return (Jn.14:1–3)
Jesus, your constant care and generosity wilt our unbelief, sabotage our fears, invite our trust, and invoke our worship. You are truly our most wonderful, merciful Savior. So Very Amen.