How do you think God will rule Heaven? What will His government be like?
Many wonder if God will govern His Kingdom as a dictatorship, a socialist government, or perhaps as an aristocracy. But praise God, none of these describes His rulership! Let us consider what the Word of God tells us (emphasis supplied throughout):
“Righteousness and justice are the foundation of Your throne; mercy and truth go before Your face.” Psalm 89:14
Without a doubt, a government is a reflection of the one who is ruling. And while God is indeed the Ruler of His Kingdom, He is very unlike any human rulers! Men rule with armies, weapons, and selfish hunger for power. However, God needs no weapons. He rules with mercy, truth, and love. Righteousness is the foundation of His government:
“Nevertheless we, according to His promise, look for new heavens and a new earth in which righteousness dwells.” 2 Peter 3:13
“He who is unjust, let him be unjust still; he who is filthy, let him be filthy still; he who is righteous, let him be righteous still; he who is holy, let him be holy still.” Revelation 22:11
“He who does not love does not know God, for God is love.” 1 John 4:8
These texts clearly show that God’s government will be a just government, a righteous government, and a holy Kingdom of love. God is love; therefore, His government will be a Kingdom governed by true love.