57 The New Jerusalem, 1: The City of God

THE NEW JERUSALEM, PART 1: THE CITY OF GOD
Text: Revelation 21:1-8

Summary: The New Jerusalem represents the long-awaited final gathering place of Christ and His church, described first by general introduction, then in terms of its measurements and materials, then the pilgrims that come there, and finally, its perfect harmony with the reordered world. [Today, the general introduction.]

I. The City as the Final Consummation of All Things.
A. The Anticipation of the Heavenly City.
B. The First Appearance of the Heavenly City.

II. The City as the Lord’s Dwelling Place.
A. A Permanent Habitation.
B. A Peaceful Habitation.
C. A Parabolic Habitation.