The book of Revelation is the pulling back of the curtain so that we can see what the future of God's people will be. This revelation is our glorious hope as we look to Jesus in these days of tribulation and know for sure he is coming back to take us home.

Moving on into chapter 21 we have a closer look at the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband (Revelation 21:2). She is a beautiful city who is made up of the church throughout time-Old Testament and New Testament-as both the twelve tribes of Israel and the apostles are marked in her walls, gates and foundations. This tells us that it is a place of witness and testimony of Jesus, leading to salvation and refuge forever.

But this is not like the city of Jerusalem we know on earth. There are significant things missing. There is no temple, nor is there the sun and moon to give us light. God's presence and holiness is enough for us. It is the holy city that will never pass away and is the eternal home of God's people. Like viewing a house that has the potential to be our new home, Revelation 21 gives us a foresight of what our home in Christ will look like and we can be ready and excited for it now!

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Psalm 80 is a psalm of the collective yearning for divine forgiveness and salvation, emphasising the necessity of communal supplication before God. This ancient hymn of Israel encapsulates the Israelites' plea for restoration from the consequences of their unfaithfulness, illustrating the intimate relationship between the Shepherd and His flock. As we delve into this psalm, we explore the themes of waiting on the Lord, recognising His enduring faithfulness amidst our shortcomings. The repeated calls for restoration reveal a deep understanding of our need for divine intervention, underscoring that our salvation is rooted not in our merit, but in God's unwavering covenantal promises. Thus, we are invited to reflect on our own lives, acknowledging our sins and seeking the Saviour who alone can restore and redeem us.

Takeaways:

• Psalm 80 serves as a poignant reminder for both Christians and non-Christians to seek God's forgiveness and salvation amidst their struggles.
• The communal nature of Psalm 80 resonates with believers, emphasising the importance of collective repentance and the longing for divine restoration.
• Through acknowledging our sins and turning to God, we can experience His grace and restoration, as illustrated in the psalm's repeated pleas for God's favour.
• The imagery of God as a shepherd in Psalm 80 encapsulates His care and protection for His people, urging us to trust in His guidance during times of distress.

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The book of Revelation is the pulling back of the curtain so that we can see what the future of God's people will be. This revelation is our glorious hope as we look to Jesus in these days of tribulation and know for sure he is coming back to take us home.

As the destruction and rancid stench of the punishment of rebellious humanity takes its course, we enter chapter 21 with a new vision and it is one of glorious hope! John sees the new heaven and the new earth, creation restored, and the new Jerusalem coming down to earth. This Jerusalem is nothing compared to the city found in Israel. Today’s Jerusalem is only a pointer to the heavenly one, which is adored as a bride for her bridegroom. At last all the suffering of this world will come to an end for God’s people and they will be with him forever.

But chapter 21 also warns us about who won’t be in heaven and it is confronting for those who have rejected God’s way of salvation through Jesus. Their punishment is to be cast in the lake that burns with fire and sulphur. The only way we can enter the glorious kingdom of God is by trusting in Jesus Christ, that his sacrifice on Calvary’s cross is enough to satisfy God’s wrath toward our sin.

Glorious Hope is a podcast teaching series from Annalong Presbyterian Church. You can find out more at http://www.annalongpc.org/sermons.

Get your copy of the ESV Scripture Journal (Revelation) wherever you get your Christian books to help your own study in this series.

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As humanity we often look back to history. The question is do we learn from it? The people of God singing Psalm 79 are called to look back to remember what God has done for them. It begins with the problem they find themselves in. They see Jerusalem razed to the ground by Gentile nations. This has happened because of their unfaithfulness. They then bring their plea to God to punish those who have disregarded his holy place. Their plea gives way to penitence, knowing that it is their sin that has removed them from the land, leading them to seek God preservation of them as they affirm their trust in him.

Takeaways:

• A retrospective examination of our past can yield lessons that prevent history from repeating itself.
• Psalm 79 exemplifies the necessity of learning from our past while trusting in the Lord to keep us in the days ahead.

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The book of Revelation is the pulling back of the curtain so that we can see what the future of God's people will be. This revelation is our glorious hope as we look to Jesus in these days of tribulation and know for sure he is coming back to take us home.

Glorious Hope is a podcast teaching series from Annalong Presbyterian Church. You can find out more at http://www.annalongpc.org/sermons.

Get your copy of the ESV Scripture Journal (Revelation) wherever you get your Christian books to help your own study in this series.

An video podcast is available at https://youtu.be/4JCBLQb1RGw.

Psalm 75 encourages God's people to exercise patience while awaiting the divine judgment upon those who have wronged them. This sermon details the significance of recognising God's perfect timing, even when the waiting period brings discomfort and frustration. In this context, we explore the essence of vindication and the assurance that, despite present injustices, God remains the righteous judge who will ultimately elevate the faithful and punish the wicked. The psalm emphasises the importance of maintaining a relationship with God, who calls upon His people to trust in His promises and to acknowledge His wondrous deeds. As we look at this psalm, we are encouraged to reflect on our own lives and the necessity of aligning ourselves with God's will, thereby fostering a deeper understanding of His unwavering commitment to justice.

Takeaways:

• Psalm 75 emphasises the importance of patience, as God's timing for justice is always perfect, even when we feel wronged.
• As believers, we are encouraged to trust in God's judgment, knowing that He will vindicate the faithful in His own time.
• The psalmist calls upon God's people to remember His wondrous deeds, which serve as a reminder of His faithfulness in past trials.
• The act of waiting on the Lord is a central theme in Psalm 75, highlighting the significance of faith amidst uncertainty.
• God's judgment is assured; He will ultimately lift up the righteous and bring low the wicked, reaffirming His role as the just judge of all.
• In moments of despair or injustice, believers are reminded that God sees all and will act in accordance with His righteousness.

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The book of Revelation is the pulling back of the curtain so that we can see what the future of God's people will be. This revelation is our glorious hope as we look to Jesus in these days of tribulation and know for sure he is coming back to take us home.

In this sermon from Revelation 20 we come to one of the most theologically debated texts of Revelation. The thousand years, or millennium, has caused faithful Christians to think deeply about its meaning with three main approaches to it: premillennialism, postmillennialism and Amillennialism. Those to hold to one of these do so with great conviction. This sermon will approach the text differently and rather than presenting one position will attempt to focus on the main threads that unite them.

All perspectives agree that Satan's power is restrained, Christ reigns with His people and evil has an appointed end. This is the good news we are to look to as we see Satan defeated and join with the chorus of heaven in declaring hallelujah for the victory of Christ.

Glorious Hope is a podcast teaching series from Annalong Presbyterian Church. You can find out more at http://www.annalongpc.org/sermons.

Get your copy of the ESV Scripture Journal (Revelation) wherever you get your Christian books to help your own study in this series.

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