I. The Promise of a New Creation (1) –
A. The Destruction of a Marred Creation – God has promised that the world as we know it will not stand forever.

2 Peter 3: 7, 10-13.

B. The Revelation of a Majestic Creation – When the former things are passed away, God will reveal His new creation.

II. The Presentation of a New City (2) –John goes on to speak of a new city, the New Jerusalem coming down from God out of heaven.

A. A City of Perfection – God’s holy city will not be known for sinful indulgence, but holy righteousness.

B. A City of Preparation –Jesus is preparing a city of splendor for His bride.

Jn.14:1-3

III. The Peace of a New Climate (3-8) –
A. A Glorious Presence (3) –We will be in the manifest presence of our Lord!

B. A Gracious Absence (4) –
1) Sorrow- God will wipe away all our tears.
2) Separation- No more death.
3) Suffering- No sorrow, crying, or pain.
4) Seduction- The former things are passed away.

C. A Guaranteed Inheritance (5-7) – Our inheritance will exceed our fondest dreams.

D. A Guarded Existence (8) –Those things that have marred the lives of men will not be welcome in heaven.