Psalm 103:19
“The LORD hath prepared his throne in the heavens; and his kingdom ruleth over all.”
King James Version
God's heavenly throne and universal dominion established, fulfilled in Christ's ascension and session at the Father's right hand.
Fulfillment References
Matthew 28:18 Colossians 1:17
How Traditions Read This Prophecy
Apostolic (Oneness) Pentecostal'The LORD hath prepared his throne in the heavens; and his kingdom ruleth over all.' God's universal, unshakeable reign is the foundation of all hope — and that reign is exercised in the Lord Jesus, to whom is given all authority in heaven and earth (Matt. 28:18), who upholds all things (Col. 1:17). The one God's kingdom over all is His kingdom in Christ.
JewishA declaration of God's sovereign, heavenly throne and His kingdom ruling over all creation; the ground of His mercy and providence.
CatholicGod's universal reign, fulfilled in the kingship of Christ over all (Matt. 28:18); the providence of the sovereign God.
ProtestantThe all-ruling kingdom of God, exercised in Christ's universal authority and providence (Col. 1:17).
AcademicA confessional statement of divine kingship within a hymn of God's mercy; the heavenly-throne motif is standard Israelite theology.
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