1. Revelation 21:1-27 The Destiny of the Redeemed
Fellowship With God (21:1-8)
A new heaven and a new earth – an entirely new realm of existence characterized by righteousness (cf. 21:5; 2 Peter 3:13)
No more sea – not referring to the sea of glass, but the sea of corrupt human society (Revelation 8:8-9; 12:12; 16:3; 18:17-21)
The New Jerusalem – the perfect dwelling for God’s people (Hebrews 11:10; 12:22-23; 13:14)
The Tabernacle of God is with men (Hebrews 9:11)
God’s presence accounts for man’s blessedness – no tears, death, sorrow or pain.
He who OVERCOMES inherits these things
In stark contrast, the wicked have their part in the lake which burns with fire and brimstone. 1

2. New Jerusalem

3. New Jerusalem

4. The Perfect City for the Saints
Revelation
The Perfect City for the Saints
(21:9-27)
John is shown the city by an angel…
The city is illuminated with light like a jasper stone, clear as crystal (cf. 4:3).
It has a great high wall.
The number 12 figures prominently in the design of the heavenly city:
There are 12 gates, 12 angels, names of 12 tribes written on gates, each gate is a pearl.
The 12 foundations have on them the names of 12 apostles and are adorned with 12 precious stones (Eph. 2:19-20; Mt. 16:19)
The dimensions are 12,000 furlongs square (1,500 miles), and the width of the wall is 144 cubits (216 feet). 4

5. The Perfect City for the Saints
Revelation
The Perfect City for the Saints
(21:9-27)
John is shown the city by an angel…
The saved walk in God’s glorious light and bring their glory and honor to the city as well.
The gates are never closed – suggesting both easy access AND safety.
Nothing can enter that doesn’t belong, only those who are written in the Lamb’s book of Life. 5