The New Heaven And The New Earth Series

THE NEW HEAVEN AND THE NEW EARTH

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Revelation 21:1-4

Supporting Texts: Isaiah 65:17, 2 Peter 3:13, John 14:1-3, Romans 8:18-21, Philippians 3:20-21

INTRODUCTION:

The Bible gives believers a glorious hope beyond this present world—an eternal inheritance in a renewed creation. Revelation 21:1-4 reveals the future dwelling of God with His people in a new heaven and a new earth, where pain, death, and sorrow will be no more.

Many people focus solely on earthly gains, forgetting that this world is passing away. However, as Christians, our focus should be on eternity—our true home. The promise of the new heaven and earth should inspire us to live holy and hopeful lives, anticipating our eternal reward.

This message will help us understand what the new heaven and new earth represent, who they are prepared for, and how we should prepare ourselves to be partakers of this glorious reality.

1. GOD’S PROMISE OF A NEW CREATION

God has declared that the current world will pass away and He will make all things new.

a) God is Faithful to His Promises (Isaiah 65:17)

He promised a new heaven and a new earth where former troubles will be forgotten.

b) This World is Temporary (1 John 2:17)

Everything in this world will pass away, but God’s word and promises are eternal.

c) A New Heaven and Earth Means Complete Renewal (2 Peter 3:13)

The new creation will be free from sin, decay, and corruption.

d) God is Preparing a Better Place (John 14:2-3)

Jesus promised to prepare a place for us in His Father’s house.

e) Biblical Example: Noah’s Ark as a New Beginning (Genesis 8:15-17)

Just as God preserved Noah for a new beginning, He will bring His people into a renewed world.

2. THE CHARACTER OF THE NEW HEAVEN AND EARTH

The new creation will be characterised by purity, peace, and the presence of God.

a) No More Sorrow or Death (Revelation 21:4)

God will wipe away every tear, and there will be no more pain or mourning.

b) The Presence of God Will Be Direct (Revelation 21:3)

God will dwell with His people personally and eternally.

c) Righteousness Will Reign (2 Peter 3:13)

Only righteousness will dwell in the new heaven and earth.

d) Eternal Joy and Fulfilment (Psalm 16:11)

In God’s presence, there is fullness of joy and pleasures forevermore.

e) Biblical Example: The Garden of Eden (Genesis 2:8-10)

The new earth will surpass even Eden—a place of complete fellowship with God.

3. WHO WILL DWELL IN THE NEW CREATION?

Not everyone will enter the new heaven and new earth—only those prepared by God.

a) Those Whose Names Are Written in the Book of Life (Revelation 20:15)

Only the redeemed will be part of God’s eternal kingdom.

b) Those Who Overcome Sin and the World (Revelation 21:7)

Overcomers will inherit all things in the new creation.

c) Those Made Righteous Through Christ (2 Corinthians 5:21)

Only the righteous will see God and dwell with Him.

d) The Holy and Blameless in Conduct (Hebrews 12:14)

Without holiness, no one shall see the Lord.

e) Biblical Example: The Wise Virgins (Matthew 25:10)

Only those who were ready went in with the Bridegroom to the wedding banquet.

4. HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE NEW HEAVEN AND EARTH

We must live with eternity in view and remain faithful till the end.

a) Live a Holy Life (1 Peter 1:15-16)

Be holy as God is holy, because the new creation is for the holy.

b) Stay Spiritually Alert and Ready (Matthew 24:44)

Jesus will return when many are unprepared—stay ready!

c) Let Go of Worldly Attachments (Colossians 3:2)

Set your affection on things above, not on earthly things.

d) Keep the Hope of Eternal Life Alive (Titus 1:2)

Be encouraged by the promise of eternal life with God.

e) Biblical Example: Apostle Paul’s Expectation of Glory (2 Timothy 4:6-8)

Paul looked forward to his eternal reward, having finished his race faithfully.

5. GOD WILL MAKE ALL THINGS NEW

He will renew not only creation, but also our bodies, relationships, and experiences.

a) Our Bodies Will Be Transformed (Philippians 3:20-21)

We will receive glorious, incorruptible bodies.

b) Eternal Fellowship with God and the Saints (Hebrews 12:22-23)

We will dwell in unity with God and His people forever.

c) No More Curse or Sin (Revelation 22:3)

The effects of sin will be completely removed.

d) A New Order of Life Will Begin (Isaiah 11:6-9)

Peace, harmony, and divine order will characterise the new world.

e) Biblical Example: Jesus' Resurrection Body as a Model (Luke 24:39-43)

Jesus’ glorified body shows us a glimpse of what is to come for believers.

CONCLUSION:

The promise of the new heaven and new earth is not a fantasy—it is God’s sure word. The pain and struggles of this world will one day be replaced by eternal peace, joy, and divine presence. But this future is only for those who are prepared, holy, and faithful to the end.