A Delightful Future to Anticipate

"A Delightful Future to Anticipate"
(Revelation 21-22)

Preaching Point: God's future eternal kingdom is stain free ____ no Satan, no sinners, and no sin.

1. The New Heavens and the New Earth (Isaiah 65:17; 66:22; 2 Pet. 3:13; Rev. 21:1)

a. It's Characterized by Righteousness (2 Pet. 3:13)

b. It''s Characterized by Pristine Conditions (Rev. 21:1-25; 22:3-5)

2. The New Jerusalem (Rev. 21:9-22:5)

a. The Radiance

b. The Wall

c. The Gates

d. The Foundation

e. The Street

f. The River

g. The Tree

h. The Residents

Questions:

1. What does Revelation 21:1 mean by "a new heaven and a new earth," and how does it relate to the passing away of the first heaven and earth?

2. In Revelation 21:3–4, God promises to dwell with His people and wipe away every tear. What does this reveal about the intimacy and permanence of God's presence in eternity?

3. The New Jerusalem is described with great detail (Rev. 21:9–21). What is the significance of the city's imagery—such as precious stones, gates of pearl, and streets of gold—and what might it symbolize?

4. Revelation 21:22 says there is no temple in the city, "for its temple is the Lord God Almighty and the Lamb." How does this reshape our understanding of worship in eternity?

5. According to Revelation 21:27, nothing unclean will ever enter the city. How does this highlight the finality of God's judgment and the holiness of eternal life?

6. Revelation 22:1–2 describes the river of life and the tree of life bearing fruit every month. How does this imagery connect back to the Garden of Eden in Genesis, and what does it show about God's plan of restoration?

7. The book closes with the repeated promise, "Behold, I am coming soo