Isaiah 16:5. “And in mercy shall the throne be established: and he shall sit upon it in truth in the tabernacle of David, judging, and seeking judgment, and hasting righteousness.” A THRONE OF MERCY. All around hearts are failing for fear - Where can we go when trouble is near? Some seek to flee to adjoining nations - Anything at all to escape the present situation! But there is a throne established – it is already in place Where justice is done and the Judge is full of grace! His rule is in righteousness, He doesn't overlook sin - Justice at a throne of mercy is at the place where David was king.
There is a difference at this throne from all the thrones around.: Truth is a fundamental fact of judgment where this King is found. There is no one who stands before that throne whose lie won't be found out. The quietness of righteous justice speaks louder than a shout. The eyes of the Throne-Sitter pierce deep into one's soul. He can discern easily a part-truth from the whole. Deception can find no place or voice at this throne of mercy. The Judge will make sure justice is done – He isn't in a hurry.
The aim of the throne of mercy is for righteousness to be done.; Not just in the present situation but always from now on. The throne of mercy is established with the future in its sight. In order for peace and righteousness to work, judgments must be right. This Judge doesn't need law books to search, in order to reach a decision. He is the One who made the laws and established its every provision. His authority is unchallenged; His decisions are the final word. The Judge who sits on David's throne, is Jesus Christ our Lord.
His interest is in the people; the law is but a tool. The object of divine justice is that righteousness will rule. The throne of mercy is established with love as its motivation. The outcome of each case that is tried is the repentant one's salvation. The Judge cannot overlook sin or leave it not condemned. But in an act of mercy finds the payment; He has it charged to Him. In an act of righteous justice, the price of sin was paid - At the throne of mercy, we learn, on the Judge our guilt was laid.
“Father, I know I may not be interpreting this chapter in its context, but I find these words speaking peace to me today. May the fact of the throne of mercy move me to prepare myself for what is ahead in the week to come. I thank Thee for this throne to which I can come, in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen.”