The King is Coming: Season 6

A beautiful landscape filled with light, symbolizing God's promise of new creation, eternal hope, restoration, and life in His presence.

All Things New
God’s story ends with hope. Through Jesus Christ, God promises a new heaven, a new earth, and a future where sorrow, pain, and death are no more

A sunrise illuminating the horizon, symbolizing new creation, hope, and God's promise to make all things new.

A beautiful landscape filled with light, symbolizing God’s promise of new creation, eternal hope, restoration, and life in His presence.

6.4- Lesson 6.4 All Things New

Revelation 21–22

Season 6: The King Is Coming

Introduction

The Bible begins with creation.

It ends with new creation.

From Genesis to Revelation, Scripture tells the story of God’s plan to redeem His people and restore what sin has broken.

The final chapters of Revelation reveal the fulfillment of that plan.

John sees a new heaven and a new earth.

He sees God’s people dwelling in His presence.

He sees sorrow replaced by joy.

Brokenness replaced by healing.

Death replaced by life.

The Book of Revelation concludes not with fear, but with hope.

God’s final word is restoration.

God’s final promise is renewal.

God’s final invitation is life.

Scripture References

Revelation 21–22 (NASB)

Key Verse

“And He who sits on the throne said, ‘Behold, I am making all things new.'” — Revelation 21:5 (NASB)

Key Verse

“He will wipe away every tear from their eyes; and there will no longer be any death…” — Revelation 21:4 (NASB)

Historical Background

The Christians who first received Revelation lived in a world filled with uncertainty, persecution, and suffering.

They needed hope.

They needed assurance that God’s story was moving toward a glorious conclusion.

Revelation 21–22 provided that assurance.

The vision points beyond present struggles to God’s ultimate future.

The promise is not merely escape from the world.

The promise is the renewal of creation and eternal fellowship with God.

GROW Framework

Grounded in Scripture

A New Heaven and a New Earth

(Revelation 21:1–2)

John sees a new heaven and a new earth.

The old order has passed away.

God is bringing His work of redemption to completion.

The vision reminds believers that God’s purposes extend beyond the present world.

A glorious future awaits God’s people.

God Dwells with His People

(Revelation 21:3–4)

One of the most beautiful promises in Scripture appears here.

God will dwell with His people.

There will be:

No more death

No more mourning

No more crying

No more pain

God’s presence will fully restore what sin has damaged.

This is the ultimate fulfillment of God’s promise to be with His people.

The Holy City

(Revelation 21:9–27)

John describes the New Jerusalem.

The imagery is rich with beauty, light, and glory.

The city reflects God’s holiness and majesty.

Its most important feature is not its appearance.

Its most important feature is God’s presence.

The city shines because God is there.

The River of Life

(Revelation 22:1–5)

John sees a river flowing from God’s throne.

The tree of life appears once again.

The story comes full circle.

What was lost in Eden is restored.

Life, healing, and fellowship with God are renewed.

The curse of sin is removed.

God’s people reign with Him forever.

The Final Invitation

(Revelation 22:6–21)

The Bible concludes with an invitation.

“The Spirit and the bride say, ‘Come.'”

God continues calling people to receive His grace.

The story ends with hope, worship, and anticipation.

Jesus promises:

“Yes, I am coming quickly.”

Believers respond:

“Amen. Come, Lord Jesus.”

Reasons We Believe

God’s Promises Are True

Throughout Scripture, God remains faithful.

Revelation shows the fulfillment of His promises.

The Future Belongs to God

History is moving toward God’s intended future.

Believers can face tomorrow with confidence.

Christ Brings Complete Restoration

God’s work of redemption ultimately restores all things.

Hope Shapes the Present

The promise of God’s future encourages faithfulness today.

Obedience in Action

All Things New challenges believers to ask:

How does eternal hope influence my daily life?

Am I living in light of God’s promises?

How can I share hope with others?

What fears become smaller when I trust God’s future?

How can I help others experience God’s love today?

Christian hope changes how believers live in the present.

Walk It Out

Consider these questions:

What stands out most to you about John’s vision?

Why is God’s presence the greatest promise of heaven?

How does Revelation 21–22 offer hope during difficult seasons?

What does it mean that God is making all things new?

How can eternal hope shape your daily decisions?

Possible Responses

You may find comfort in God’s promises.

You may gain renewed confidence in God’s future.

You may feel called to share hope with someone who is struggling.

Living the Message

The final chapters of Scripture remind believers that God’s story is moving toward restoration.

Every tear.

Every loss.

Every disappointment.

Every broken relationship.

Every hardship.

None of these have the final word.

God does.

Because of Jesus Christ, believers live with confidence that God’s future is secure.

The best is yet to come.

he Story Comes Full Circle

The Bible begins in a garden.

It ends with a city filled with God’s presence.

The story that started in Genesis, continued through Israel, reached fulfillment in Jesus Christ, expanded through the Church, and was explained through the letters now points toward God’s eternal kingdom.

The story ends where it always belonged:

With God dwelling among His people.

eason Six Conclusion

The King is coming.

The Lamb reigns.

The Church remains faithful.

God is making all things new.

The story of Scripture ends with hope because the future belongs to God.

And because of Christ, believers can live with faith, courage, joy, and expectation.

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