God will complete His redemptive work on humanity with creation of the new heaven and new earth where those who are saved will reign with Him to eternity. Two glorious events will hold on the new earth when it is unveiled. These are the wedding supper of the Lamb and revelation of the New Jerusalem. Revelation 21:1 – I saw a new heaven and a new earth: for the first heaven and the first earth were passed away; and there was no more sea. The followings are discussed: All Things Made New; God’s Glory Manifested, and The Great Invitation.
All Things Made New: With the creation of new heaven and earth God will make all things new. The former things will pass away and nothing will remain in the order of the first creation (Revelation 21:1-4). God will dwell with his people forever in the New Jerusalem. From that time on life will no longer experience sorrow, pain, mourning and death that characterise the old creation.
God will make those who are saved enter into eternal relationship with him in the new earth. He will provide free access to the water of life and make those who are saved His sons and daughters (Revelation 21:5-8 ). Those who are saved will rejoice always in the presence of God while those who are wicked will share the pains of second death with Satan in the lake of fire.
God’s Glory Manifested: The splendour of the New Jerusalem was revealed to John. The City will occupy a very large space and the foundations made of precious materials (Revelation 21:9-27). All people will live in harmony and there shall be no need of any temple or natural light. There will no longer be day or night because the glory of God will fill everywhere and serve as the light, and people will always bring glory and honour to God.
It was also revealed that the river of water of life will be flowing from the throne of God and the Lamb. The river of life will supply the tree of life which is for the benefits of the nations (Revelation 21:1-5). Believers are encouraged to remain faithful in serving God and prepare for the coming spiritual life when they will partake of the river and tree of life.
The Great Invitation: This has to do with the call and warning about the kingdom of God. Jesus is coming back to receive and bless those who hear and respond to his message (Revelation 22:6-11). Those who reject his invitation will be denied access to the new heaven. Eternal life is for those who believe in Christ and live a holy life.
Those who have received the invitation and accepted Christ should live by his message and abide in him. Those who still doubt Christ’s saving grace or being deceived by the devil, they need the help of Holy Spirit to understand God's plan and provision for redemption and salvation. Only those who believe in Christ will be his bride and take part in his kingdom. Lesson texts: Revelation 21:1 through 22:21.
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