Reformed (Presbyterian) Lens Commentary: Revelation 21:1-8

## Reformed (Presbyterian) Lens Reading of Revelation 21:1-8

### Tradition-Specific Interpretation

We read Revelation 21:1-8 as the consummation of God's redemptive plan, where the new creation is established under the sovereign reign of Christ. This passage reveals the fulfillment of the covenant of grace, where God dwells with his people eternally, wiping away all consequences of sin. It underscores the amillennial understanding that the current reign of Christ will culminate in a new heavens and a new earth, advancing the narrative from creation through fall to redemption and finally consummation. The text affirms God's decree in salvation and judgment, highlighting the perseverance of the saints who inherit the new creation.

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