What does it mean that Jesus sat down at the right hand of God?

The phrase 'sat down at the right hand of God' indicates Jesus' exalted position and authority. According to Hebrews 12:2, when Jesus completed His work of redemption by dying for our sins and rising from the dead, He ascended to heaven and took His place at God’s right hand, symbolizing His power and rule. This is not merely a physical position but a statement about His divine authority over all creation. As the right hand signifies power, Jesus now intercedes for us, securing our salvation and demonstrating His ongoing involvement in the lives of believers. This belief affirms that our hope rests not in our efforts but in Christ's finished work, which is affirmed in Ephesians 1:20-22, where God raised Him and seated Him far above all rule and authority.