The Carson Center Podcast

The God Who Triumphs (Revelation 21:1–22:5)

Episode Summary

Don Carson explores the biblical foretelling of God’s final restoration, emphasizing the future transformation of the universe centered around God’s glory, where sin, death, and decay are eradicated, and believers enjoy eternal fellowship with God.

Episode Notes

In this lecture, Don Carson examines the final consummation of God's plan as described in Revelation 21 and 22. He emphasizes the transformation of the universe into a new heaven and new earth free from death, sin, and corruption. Carson explains the symbolic significance of the New Jerusalem, the River of Life, and the Tree of Life, underscoring the God-centered nature of the new creation.

He teaches the following:

• Why it is essential to anticipate and pray for the end’s arrival
• The implications of justice that will be witnessed at God’s final consummation
• The importance of storing treasures in Heaven
• How earthly blessings can distract us from a heavenly perspective
• Why believers should reflect on the new heavens and earth
• The significance of God’s new dwelling place
• A description of the purity and perfection of the new creation