Family Worship (March 08)
The Final Victory
Revelation 21:1–5, (NIV)
“Then I saw “a new heaven and a new earth,” for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and there was no longer any sea. I saw the Holy City, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride beautifully dressed for her husband. And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “Look! God’s dwelling place is now among the people, and he will dwell with them. They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God. ‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’ or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!” Then he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.””
Devotional Thought
Even though Jesus has already defeated sin through his sacrifice, we still live in a world where sin and suffering remain. We still struggle with temptation. We still experience pain, conflict, and loss. But the Bible promises that this will not last forever.
In Revelation 21, the apostle John describes a vision of the future when God will make all things new. In that day there will be no more death, mourning, crying, or pain. The presence of sin will be completely removed. God will dwell with his people in a restored creation.
This promise connects with what we heard in the sermon about the presence of sin. Jesus’ sacrifice has already set us free from the penalty of sin. Through the work of the Holy Spirit, he is freeing us from the power of sin. And one day, when Christ returns, we will be completely free from the presence of sin.
This future hope matters for our lives today. When we face hardship or struggle with sin, we remember that the story is not finished. Our Champion has already won the decisive battle, and the final victory is coming.
Because of this hope, we keep trusting Christ. We keep pursuing holiness. And we keep encouraging one another as we wait for the day when Jesus will make everything new.
COMMA Questions
Prayer
Lord Jesus, thank you that your victory over sin is complete. Thank you that one day you will remove every trace of sin and make all things new. Help us live with hope and perseverance as we wait for that day. Strengthen us to follow you faithfully until we see you face to face. Amen.
Memory Work
New City Catechism
9. What does God require in the first, second, and third commandments?
First, that we know and trust God as the only true and living God. Second, that we avoid all idolatry and do not worship God improperly. Third, that we treat God’s name with fear and reverence, honoring also his Word and works.
Memory Verse
Hosea 13:4 (CSB)
"I have been the Lord your God
ever since[a] the land of Egypt;
you know no God but me,
and no Savior exists besides me."
“Then I saw “a new heaven and a new earth,” for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and there was no longer any sea. I saw the Holy City, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride beautifully dressed for her husband. And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “Look! God’s dwelling place is now among the people, and he will dwell with them. They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God. ‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’ or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!” Then he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.””
Devotional Thought
Even though Jesus has already defeated sin through his sacrifice, we still live in a world where sin and suffering remain. We still struggle with temptation. We still experience pain, conflict, and loss. But the Bible promises that this will not last forever.
In Revelation 21, the apostle John describes a vision of the future when God will make all things new. In that day there will be no more death, mourning, crying, or pain. The presence of sin will be completely removed. God will dwell with his people in a restored creation.
This promise connects with what we heard in the sermon about the presence of sin. Jesus’ sacrifice has already set us free from the penalty of sin. Through the work of the Holy Spirit, he is freeing us from the power of sin. And one day, when Christ returns, we will be completely free from the presence of sin.
This future hope matters for our lives today. When we face hardship or struggle with sin, we remember that the story is not finished. Our Champion has already won the decisive battle, and the final victory is coming.
Because of this hope, we keep trusting Christ. We keep pursuing holiness. And we keep encouraging one another as we wait for the day when Jesus will make everything new.
COMMA Questions
- Context: How does the vision of the new heaven and new earth in Revelation 21 connect to the story of redemption throughout the Bible?
- Observation: What details in this passage describe what life will be like when God renews creation?
- Meaning: What does it mean that God will make all things new and remove every source of suffering and sin?
- Main Idea: How does this passage show that God’s plan is to completely remove the presence of sin and restore his people?
- Application: How should the promise of a future without sin or suffering shape the way we live and endure trials today?
Prayer
Lord Jesus, thank you that your victory over sin is complete. Thank you that one day you will remove every trace of sin and make all things new. Help us live with hope and perseverance as we wait for that day. Strengthen us to follow you faithfully until we see you face to face. Amen.
Memory Work
New City Catechism
9. What does God require in the first, second, and third commandments?
First, that we know and trust God as the only true and living God. Second, that we avoid all idolatry and do not worship God improperly. Third, that we treat God’s name with fear and reverence, honoring also his Word and works.
Memory Verse
Hosea 13:4 (CSB)
"I have been the Lord your God
ever since[a] the land of Egypt;
you know no God but me,
and no Savior exists besides me."
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