The last two chapters of the Bible paint a powerful picture of heaven. As Jesus’ bride, we are invited into an intimate relationship with him in our glorious forever home.
Talking Points:
- The church is like Jesus’ bride. We are invited into an intimate relationship with him. Revelation 21:1-2, Revelation 19:7-9, Ephesians 5:25
- Jesus will forever remove every aspect of our broken past. Nothing will ever come between us and Jesus again. Revelation 21:3-5
- The picture of heaven shows more than individuals who are made perfect. Jesus will set right everything that has gone wrong in the world. Revelation 22:1-3
- One day God will be in relationship with his people like he was before sin entered the world. Everyone is invited to know Jesus this way. Revelation 22:17, Romans 3:22
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- If you’re married, what was your wedding like? If unmarried, what’s the best wedding you’ve ever attended?
- Read Revelation 21:1-2 and Revelation 19:7-9. Why do you think God chose the wedding imagery to describe Christ’s return?
- Read Revelation 21:3-5. Identify all that this passage says about heaven. What excites you about the thought of heaven? What freaks you out?
- Read Revelation 21:5-7. Describe the picture that’s painted in this passage. Why should these verses fill us with hope?
- Read Revelation 22:1-3. What do you look forward to most that will be made new in heaven that is broken here?
- Revelation 22:17. Who in your life needs to drink this living water? How will you help that person pursue God?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
