Lesson 277: Revelation 21:5
Revelation 21:5
The Blueprint — The Verse
He who was seated on the throne said, "I am making everything new!" Then he said, "Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true."
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The Context — The History
New Jerusalem descends as bride; death, mourning, and pain pass away. The one on the throne announces universal renewal — creation's final healing in Christ.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
After God dwells with humanity and wipes every tear, the enthroned one declares making all things new, commanding John to write because these words are faithful and true.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Revelation 21:4
"He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away."
Read the verse immediately before this lesson (Revelation 21:4) to hear the lead-in to the passage.
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Revelation 21:6
6He said to me: “It is done. I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End. To the thirsty I will give water without cost from the spring of the water of life.
Read the verse immediately after this lesson (Revelation 21:6) to continue the passage.
Discussion
- What broken thing do you long for God to make new?
- How does creation renewal differ from escape from earth?
- Why must these words be written and trusted?