John painted this wonderful word picture, probably while he was exiled in Patmos, It is his attempt to express the unutterable beauty and mystery he saw in his vision of God enthroned in heaven. I have found that strong images of truth stored in my imagination are a rich resource for prayer and worship in my life. Let's take a moment to gaze on this King of ours dwelling in the heavenly realms, ruling with glory and power and allow the image to be seared into our hearts.