The Two Thrones Representing the Kingdoms of Grace and of Glory

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THRONE OF THE FATHER

The throne of the Father is the throne of the universe. David, speaking of this throne, says: “The Lord hath prepared his throne in the Heavens, and his kingdom ruleth over all.” Psalm 103:19. Daniel, speaking of the Ancient of Days, the eternal Father, says that “his throne was like the fiery flame.” Chap. 7:9. And the Revelation, speaking of the birth of Christ, and his ascension to the Father, says: “And her child was caught up unto God, and to his throne.” Chap. 12:5. TTKGG 2.3

Christ will reign on the throne of the Father in the kingdom of grace until human probation shall close. David, speaking of this gracious reign, says: “The Lord said unto my Lord, Sit thou at my right hand, until I make thine enemies thy footstool. The Lord shall send the rod of thy strength out of Zion. Rule thou in the midst of thine enemies. Thy people shall be willing in the day of thy power.” Psalm 110:1-3. Peter speaks of Christ as “being by the right hand of God exalted.” Acts 2:33. And Paul, speaking of the priesthood of Christ in the heavenly sanctuary, says that “we have such an High Priest, who is set on the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in the Heavens.” Hebrews 8:1. He exhorts the church to look to “Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.” Chap. 12:2. TTKGG 3.1