Revelation 21-22:5 Study Questions

What did John see happening in Revelation 21:1-2?
What did the voice from the throne announce? How does this announcement impact you personally?
Compare and contrast Genesis 1-3 and Revelation 21-22:5. What similarities and differences do you see between the old creation account and the new creation account?
Read and consider Revelation 21:7. How does this help put loss in this world into perspective?
What will the faithful to God receive versus those who choose to reject God?
Who was the bride, the wife of the Lamb? What did she look like?
Whose names were found on the 12 foundations of the city wall?
What astounds you most about the description of the city, its gates and its wall?
Research the meaning of the measurement terms “stadia” and “cubits”. What do we learn about the structure of this city?
Why is there no temple seen in the city? Why is there no need for a physical temple at this time on earth to commune with God? (See 1 Cor. 6:19-20, Eph 2:21-22)
What can we conclude about God from the description of his city?
What will we never find in the city of God?
Describe what John was shown in Revelation 22:1-5. What will God be doing and what will His people be doing?

Application Questions:

What am I most excited about when I think about God dwelling with me?
What type of grief or pain have I been carrying in this life that I am especially looking forward to having my tears wiped away? How has God sustained and comforted me now in the grief?
Why is God worthy of my worship and service now and in the future?
How secure do I feel about my salvation? If very secure, why? If not secure, why not?
What responsibilities do I have today because I believe I am promised a future in heaven?