New Heavens New Earth

This lesson explores how Isaiah 65:17 connects to Jesus.

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Old Testament

Isaiah 65:17

See, I will create new heavens and a new earth. The former things will not be remembered, nor will they come to mind.

New Testament

Revelation 21:1

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.

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Alfred Edersheim

The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah • Appendix IX

Midrash on Lamentations — new heavens and earth in Messianic times

Quick Check

Part 1 - Multiple Choice

Which Old Testament reference connects to this lesson?

Part 2 - Fill In The Blank

Fill in the blank: The New Testament fulfillment for this lesson is ____.

Why This Matters

Isaiah prophesied new heavens and a new earth where former sorrows vanish. Revelation shows John seeing this vision fulfilled — the old creation passes away, and everything is made new through Christ.

Reflection

King eternal, let the promise in Isaiah 65:17 fulfilled in Revelation 21:1 stir in me longing for Your return and the restoration of all things.