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This use of different symbols to present the same basic type of being was also used in the 7 lamps of fire representing the same Holy Spirit in its seven ministries. In our text today, we see the 24 elders and the 4 beasts all picturing the saints of God. However, they symbolize different characteristics of those saints.

In the symbolism of the four beasts (and the 24 elders from our previous section) we can see the tremendous number of eternal spiritual blessings that sinful mankind receives through the work of Christ.

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Who are the 24 elders in Revelation? There is much speculation as to who the 24 elders in Revelation are. As you can see, they are seated on thrones, dressed in white robes, wearing crowns. Whoever these elders are, one of the things you notice is that they are constantly entering into worship.

The truth is no one knows exactly because they are never actually given names. The Bible is not clear of their identity, but there are some things we can learn from Scripture that can lead us to some speculations or possibilities of who these elders are or what they symbolize.

You will notice the 24 elders are seated on thrones. To sit on a throne is a seat of power and authority. In the Bible one of the things we are told is that we will reign with Christ. Ephesians even mentions that we are seated with him in heavenly places. So this could simply mean that the 24 elders are a reference to the church. More specifically the overcoming, victorious, and raptured church, because these scenes are playing out during the Great Tribulation.

Dressed in white - The 24 elders were all dressed in white and wore crowns on their heads. To be dressed in white, especially a white robe, is symbolic of being clothed in the righteousness of Christ. The only ones who will ever be clothed in his righteousness are those who have been redeemed. You see this mentioned in other parts of Revelation.

The number 24 has significance in the Bible when you look at where it was used and what it meant, both back then and possibly during this time. In 1 Chronicles 24, the descendants of Aaron, who were the priests in Israel, were divided into 24 sections to determine the order in which they would minister before the Lord. In 1 Chronicles 25 the musicians were divided into 24 sections and they were responsible for worship in the house of the Lord.

There is another possible idea or symbolism tied to the 24 elders. Some scholars would say the 24 elders represent the 12 tribes of Israel combined with the 12 apostles, representing how God has bridged the gap between the Old Covenant and the New. Again, since the Bible is not clear who the 24 elders are in Revelation, these are just ideas that can help you possibly understand who they might be or represent.

God has also always been a huge part of my life. From my time as an altar boy, to singing in a church choir in college, to leading worship at a church plant, and now at Harbor - He's always been there for me. It's hard to find a period of my life when He wasn't molding me, guiding me, and making me into something (someone) new.

I grew up in Western Massachusetts and felt a personal call to Christ in high school through serving the church. In the fall of 2023, I moved to the North Shore to study Communications at Gordon College. I love to sing and play guitar, read, hike, and spend time with friends and family. I'm passionate about sharing God's love, especially through music and worship.

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There is an inherent desire within the human heart to worship, to reverence, to adore, and to serve a Supreme Being. The heathen prostrates himself upon the ground before his god of mud, wood, or stone. It is an act of worship, and usually comes from a sincere heart. He may even offer himself for bodily mutilation or cause his children to suffer in order to appease his god, and by such acts show his willingness to bend his will to a higher being.

His acts of worship, his feeling of dependence upon his god, may well cause us to wonder: Are we Christians, worshipers of the eternal Creator, the true God, as careful, as reverent, as filled with awe and adoration in our worship as we should be? I wonder!

Has education and our high standard of living caused us to trust too much in our own ability and too little in our eternal God? Do we really worship Him as we ought! Do we show the proper reverence and respect? Do we tread softly in His sanctuary? Do we as elders and pastors set the right example and so conduct ourselves that those who look to us for guidance are led to realize the majesty and glory of the God whom they serve, as well as His love and tenderness?

We serve the God of heaven not because we are afraid of Him but because He is a God of love. Fear must never be our motive. We know that His thoughts toward us are thoughts of good and not of evil; therefore our worship must be sincere and genuine, as well as reverent and respectful.

The elder as leader of worship is God's person. You have been chosen and set apart for God's business. You speak for God. You are to lead His flock like a shepherd. Therefore your manner of worship has a direct bearing upon the people whom you minister to. They are definitely affected by it. Your attitude and manner will be reflected by your people. Upon the elder rests the burden of worship. You should accept this responsibility knowing that God as well as man expects you to be faithful in leading his flock.

As the Sabbath school is the church at study, so the church service is the church at worship. Preaching is only part of the worship service. Too often only the preaching seems to be considered important. Many times the service becomes merely an hour of entertainment or promotion, with occasionally one of instruction in doctrine thrown in.

It is your duty to guard against any appearance of looseness, shoddiness, or carelessness, and with every act help the congregation realize that they are in the presence of the Almighty. Order and system should prevail, for the God we worship is a God of order; beauty and cleanliness are His delight. Encourage quietness. By precept and example lead the people into the spirit of reverence.

The real problem may not be with the children; it may well be with the worship leader. If children are to worship, they must be helped to understand. We must never display impatience or any attitude that would cause a member to be hurt. Thank God for the mothers in our congregations who struggle to bring their little families to the house of worship. Let us be sympathetic and helpful.

See to it that the choir maintains a worshipful attitude throughout the service. It would be far better to have no choir at all than to have one whose members by their dress and attitude before the congregation distract the people and cause them to lose the spirit of reverence.

The pastor or elder should guide the service and not let it drift. Know where you are going, how long it takes to get there, and when you will arrive. Start on time and plan definitely to stop on time, but not allow the desire to do so to cause anyone to lose the spirit of worship.

There ought not to be any show of pride or vanity in the leaders, but rather humility, remembering that God's people are in the act of worship. Self should be so effaced that the people can see past the pastor and elder to their God.

Announcements of the various interests and activities of the church are important. Deal with them with dignity and clarity, so that no one will be left questioning. Do not cheapen the act by needless repetition. Do not spend time that could be used better elsewhere. Where possible, publish all announcements in the bulletin and do not read them at the service. Once the congregation learns where to look for announcements they will find them. Our Father's business is important and may well find a place in our worship.

In the selection of hymns use only such as denote worship. Avoid hymns that are languid, dreamy, or hollow. Give no cause for thoughts other than those of reverent worship. Make the singing a definite act of worship and adoration, and instruct the music leader and pianist or organist in the importance of this attitude of reverence.

In relation to special music it would be good to remember the instruction of the Church Manual: "Choir leaders should work in close collaboration with the minister or church elder in order that the special musical selections harmonize with the theme of the sermon. The choir leader is under the direction of the pastor or elders of the church, and does not work independently of them. The choir leader should counsel with them, not only as to the music to be rendered, but also concerning the selection of singers and musicians."

When we bring our offerings, our sacrifices, and lay them at our Saviour's feet, this is not a business matter. It is our desire to return respectfully and humbly that which belongs to God and that which we wish to give Him freely because of our love and appreciation for His goodness. There ought to be no vestige of crudeness or force, nor should the minds of the hearers be caused to think other than of God's goodness, the need of His cause and their own ability to give. Fortunate is the person who is able to keep the people thinking of heaven while they empty their pocketbooks for God's work on earth. Bringing our offerings to God is worship of the highest order.

The worship-hour prayer, of all prayers, must be deeply respectful. It is then that the pastor or elder leads the congregation on bent knee to the throne of grace. As they bow before their Maker, they must be conscious that the one praying is speaking for them. Every sentence should be well chosen and spoken with due reverence. Studiously avoid carelessness or undue repetition. Speak for the people out of an understanding of their needs. It is a tremendous responsibility to voice the heartfelt needs of all, and for this there must be a most thorough preparation. The one who leads in prayer must be so well acquainted with God in private that the public prayer will be the natural outflowing of a God-touched heart. Prepare the words; don't say just anything. Be definite and orderly. Make the requests known to God in a spirit of true worship and reverence. e24fc04721