The Joys of New Jerusalem

These verses conclude the prophetic vision given to John which began in 1:9, and are followed by the epilogue (vv.6-21).

The vision of the new Jerusalem in chapter 21 is continued here in chapter 22.

Having described the holy city's structure, its walls, foundations and gates, we are now shown some details about the blessings God has prepared there for the nourishment and enjoyment of the redeemed.

As Genesis 3 is the record of paradise lost through man's sin, there is a sense in these verses of paradise regained, with numerous elements of the fall and its effects being reversed.

I. THE IMMORTAL BLESSINGS OF HIS GRACE (1-3)
II. THE ILLUMINATING BRIGHTNESS OF HIS GLORY (5)
III. THE INTIMACY OF THE BELIEVER WITH HIS GOD (3-4)