(by pastor Jean)

In the book of Revelation, we are told that God will create a new heaven and new earth and that it will come down out of heaven (Rev 21:1,2) and it will be called the New Jerusalem (Rev 21:10). We are also told that there will be no sin, sorrow, crying or pain in this city (Rev 21:4). The size and beauty of the city are also described in detail (Rev 21:10-23), it is hard to imagine the great beauty of this city because it will shine with the glory of God (Rev 21:11). It is clearly stated that only those whose names are written in the “Lamb’s Book of Life” will be allowed there (Rev 21:27). It is interesting that Isaiah prophesied about this in great detail (Isa 65:17-25). He actually includes a lot more detail than we find in Revelation 21, for example, “The wolf and the lamb shall feed together, and the lion shall eat straw like the bull, and dust shall be the serpent’s food” (Isa 65:25; MEV). Jesus referred to the New Jerusalem in Matthew chapter 24 verse 35 when He said, “Heaven and earth shall pass away, but My words will never pass away.” He also told us to be ready and to be anticipating these things (Matt 24:44). According to Revelation 21 this will take place after the 1,000 year reign of Christ and it is the final, eternal dwelling place of God and His people, “And they shall reign forever and ever” Amen! (Rev 22:5; MEV). Get ready!!!