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Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
There shall in nowise enter into it any thing that defileth - See Isa 35:8; Isa 52:1. Neither an impure person - he who turns the grace of God into lasciviousness, nor a liar - he that holds and propagates false doctrines. But they which are written - The acknowledged persevering members of the true Church of Christ shall enter into heaven, and only those who are saved from their sins shall have a place in the Church militant. All Christians are bound by their baptism to renounce the devil and all his works, the pomps and vanities of this wicked world, and all the sinful lusts of the flesh; to keep God's holy word and commandments; and to walk in the same all the days of their life. This is the generation of them that seek thy face, O God of Jacob! Reader, art thou of this number? Or art thou expecting an eternal glory while living in sin? If so, thou wilt be fearfully disappointed. Presuming on the mercy of God is as ruinous as despairing of his grace. Where God gives power both to will and to do, the individual should work out his salvation with fear and trembling.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
anything that defileth--Greek, "koinoun." A and B read [koinon,] "anything unclean." in the Lamb's book of life--(See on Rev 20:12; Rev 20:15). As all the filth of the old Jerusalem was carried outside the walls and burnt there, so nothing defiled shall enter the heavenly city, but be burnt outside (compare Rev 22:15). It is striking that the apostle of love, who shows us the glories of the heavenly city, is he also who speaks most plainly of the terrors of hell. On Rev 21:26-27, ALFORD writes a Note, rash in speculation, about the heathen nations, above what is written, and not at all required by the sacred text: compare Note, see on Rev 21:26. Next: Revelation Chapter 22
Tyndale Open Study Notes
21:27 evil (or ceremonially unclean): Spiritual impurity is a basic concern in Revelation (see 21:8). Evil is here generalized as idolatry and dishonesty (see Rev 14:5; 21:8; 22:15). Those who fail to appear in the Book of Life are excluded from the city of God. Only those whose names are written in the Book of Life, the pure of heart (Matt 5:8), will see God.
Revelation 21:27
The New Jerusalem
26And into the city will be brought the glory and honor of the nations.27But nothing unclean will ever enter it, nor anyone who practices an abomination or a lie, but only those whose names are written in the Lamb’s Book of Life.
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The Horizon of Divine Purpose - Part 5
By T. Austin-Sparks2.0K53:30Divine PurposeEXO 32:31PHP 4:3HEB 12:23REV 13:8REV 17:8REV 20:15REV 21:27In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of life as portrayed in the Bible. He emphasizes that man's disobedience led to the withholding of a completing factor, resulting in a life marked by vanity and unfulfilled quests. The speaker highlights the importance of life as the ultimate criterion and the key theme throughout the Bible. He points out that the purpose of Jesus' incarnation was to provide humanity with this life. The sermon encourages listeners to test and experience this life for themselves, as it brings true satisfaction and fulfillment.
Gods Order in Christ - Part 7
By T. Austin-Sparks1.9K57:32Order In ChristJHN 8:441JN 2:4REV 21:27REV 22:15In this sermon, the speaker discusses the parable of casting something into the waters and the waters being healed. They explain that throughout history, every step forward has only produced new problems. The sermon also mentions the story of Samson and how the safety and duration of a building rest on its pillars. The speaker emphasizes the importance of reality and truth in religion, as pretense and make-believe can lead to disintegration and confusion. The sermon references Proverbs 9:1, which speaks about wisdom building her house with seven pillars.
(Revelation) the Great White Throne
By Willie Mullan1.8K1:24:06Great White ThroneEXO 32:30MAT 6:33REV 3:5REV 20:11REV 21:27In this sermon, the preacher urges the audience to get saved and not to run away from God's judgment. The preacher emphasizes the urgency of salvation and encourages the audience to listen to God's warnings and mercy. The sermon includes a hymn about the passing of time and the impending judgment. The preacher also references a biblical passage from Revelation 20, highlighting the importance of living a righteous life as every action will be recorded in the book of life.
Recovery - Part 2 of 4
By T. Austin-Sparks1.6K54:18Recovery1CH 29:28EZR 7:6EZR 7:9PSA 127:1MAT 7:13JHN 6:60REV 21:27In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being committed to God's purpose. He highlights the need for a specific and personal vision of God's plan in the present time. The speaker references the story of Nehemiah and how his heart committal to God's purpose brought God into evidence and led to the fulfillment of His plan. The sermon also emphasizes the sovereignty of God and how He takes the initiative to see His purpose through, even in the face of opposition.
The Last Tear
By Ralph Sexton1.6K37:48PSA 46:1MAT 6:33REV 21:1REV 21:27In this sermon, the preacher discusses the promise of God to wipe away all tears from the eyes of believers. He emphasizes that one day, all pain, sorrow, and death will be eliminated, and believers will dwell with God. The preacher also addresses current events such as fear, terrorism, and the desire for bio-identification markers, highlighting the changing world and the power of energy markets. He reminds the audience that tears, death, sorrow, crying, and pain are inevitable in this life, but God is aware of their suffering and has shown His love by sending His Son to redeem humanity.
The Earnest of Heaven
By C.H. Spurgeon1.6K42:12MAT 6:33LUK 15:6ACT 9:111CO 2:102CO 2:14REV 7:14REV 21:27The sermon transcript discusses the joy in heaven when a lost sheep is found and when sinners repent. It emphasizes the joy and celebration among the angels and saints in heaven when someone turns to God. The sermon also mentions the importance of studying the Bible and seeking God's message in the text. It concludes by highlighting the eternal joy and service of the people of God in heaven, never growing weary or hoarse with music.
(Revival) What Is Revival - Part 2
By Michael L. Brown1.3K22:23ISA 6:1JAS 4:7REV 21:27In this sermon, the preacher describes the experience of revival and its impact on individuals and society. He emphasizes the reality of God and the human condition, stating that revival brings a revelation of both. Revival is described as a powerful and emotional experience, where people are confronted with God and find salvation. The preacher also highlights the overwhelming revelation of the holiness of God and the sinfulness of man that occurs during revival, tearing away the veil of hardness and blindness that often covers believers.
Few Find the Way to Life - Part 6
By Zac Poonen1.2K09:00PSA 58:3PRO 12:22JHN 14:6EPH 4:25PHP 2:3JAS 4:8JAS 4:101JN 1:9REV 14:4REV 21:27This sermon emphasizes the importance of living a life of purity and truth, following Jesus wholeheartedly, and desiring to be in His presence at all times. It challenges believers to cleanse themselves from lies and worldly influences, to walk in humility, and to seek a deeper relationship with God. The message encourages a commitment to honesty, integrity, and a genuine pursuit of God's presence in every aspect of life.
(Second Coming of Christ) 13 the Glory of the New Jerusalem
By Aeron Morgan1.1K56:42Second ComingISA 35:1ISA 35:9AMO 9:13REV 5:5REV 21:27In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of focusing on the eternal purposes of God as the only lasting reality in life. He explains that the realization of eternal glory can only be known by those who have faith in Jesus Christ. The preacher also discusses the concept of holiness and how it is necessary for communion with God. He then turns to the book of Revelation to describe the new Jerusalem, the holy city that will descend after the millennium and the great white throne judgment. The preacher concludes by affirming that God's plans will be fulfilled perfectly and on schedule, and encourages the congregation to eagerly anticipate heaven.
Searching for the Truth - Poonen | Conlon
By Zac Poonen95322:07JHN 14:6ROM 3:23ROM 6:23EPH 2:8REV 21:27This sermon emphasizes the exclusive truth of Jesus Christ as the only way to God, highlighting the narrow path of truth compared to the broad-mindedness of the world. It delves into the necessity of recognizing one's sinfulness, the need for genuine repentance, and the profound sacrifice of Jesus on the cross for sinners. The speaker urges listeners to forsake deception, embrace the truth of Christ's death and resurrection, and surrender their lives completely to God for salvation and eternal life.
Worship and Lord's Table - Part 6
By Bakht Singh85021:58CommunionPSA 44:4PSA 145:13DAN 2:44MAT 6:331CO 11:261TI 1:19REV 21:27In this sermon delivered by Lord Sarvant, the message focuses on the importance of examining ourselves and searching our hearts as we begin a new year. The Lord's table, symbolized by the bread and cup, is ordained by Jesus Christ to keep us pure and ready for His second coming. The sermon references Psalm 145:13 and Daniel's prophecy of the rise and fall of great world kingdoms. The overall message emphasizes the need to be wise, stand for God with a good conscience, and be prepared for the day of glory when Jesus returns.
The Holiness of God
By Ian Murray81346:21EXO 5:11EXO 15:11EXO 20:7LEV 10:1MAT 6:33ACT 4:12REV 21:27In this sermon, the speaker discusses the story of the Israelites' escape from Egypt and their journey to the Red Sea. He emphasizes that just as God delivered the Israelites from their enemies, He will also deliver all nations in the future. The speaker also highlights the importance of God's law and how it reveals His character and demands holiness from mankind. He explains that breaking even one commandment is a contemptuous act against God and that the law exposes our need for redemption and salvation.
The God of the Bible vs. the God of Today 2 of 2
By Rolfe Barnard79324:33GEN 20:61KI 19:4JER 7:31MAT 9:9MAT 10:28JHN 19:11REV 21:27In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of recognizing God's mercy and the need to accept Jesus Christ as our Savior. He highlights that God holds the power over life and death in His hands, and it is crucial for people to understand this truth. The preacher also emphasizes the significance of acknowledging our sinfulness and the need for salvation through Jesus' sacrifice on the cross. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of faith in Jesus and the assurance of eternal life in heaven for those who believe in Him.
Bristol Conference 1975-09 Nehemiah - His Problem
By Stan Ford73133:17DEU 12:11NEH 2:17NEH 6:15PSA 9:10ISA 26:8MAT 16:18REV 21:27In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the character of Nehemiah and his problem. Nehemiah is described as a concerned, charitable, cheerful, and courageous man. The speaker suggests that Nehemiah's problem is reflective of the problem faced by Christians today in their efforts to build for Christ. The speaker emphasizes the importance of proclaiming the gospel truth and the power of the gospel to bring hope and rescue sinners. The sermon also highlights the significance of having walls of salvation, security, and strength in our fellowship with God.
Corinthians - the Most Exellent Way (1)
By J. Glyn Owen42849:20LoveMAT 6:33MAT 10:28LUK 10:171CO 13:1EPH 2:8COL 3:14REV 21:27In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of love, specifically the love of God. He mentions that the word "love" has become diluted in our present context and needs to be explained. The speaker refers to C.S. Lewis's book "Four Loves" as a helpful resource for understanding the concept of love. He then focuses on 1 Corinthians 13, highlighting that without love, the gifts of the Spirit lose their value and significance. The speaker concludes by emphasizing the need to consider our actions and motives in light of our love for Jesus Christ.
Sunday Night Meditations 30 Message and Song - 1950's
By Welcome Detweiler42430:17ISA 43:2MAT 6:33MRK 1:15LUK 5:32JHN 3:16ROM 3:20REV 21:27The sermon transcript discusses the importance of holding high the word of God and having a good grasp of the scriptures. It emphasizes the need to walk uprightly and make straight paths for one's feet in order to be an influence for good in leading others in the ways of the Lord. The sermon also encourages listeners to trust in God's promises and to reach out to Jesus in times of difficulty. It concludes with a call to repentance and belief in the gospel message of salvation through Christ. The sermon references Proverbs 10:9 and Luke 5:32, highlighting the need for repentance and faith in Jesus.
Christ as Our Priest
By Roger Ellsworth41332:40ChristMAT 6:33HEB 2:17HEB 5:1HEB 7:25REV 21:27In this sermon, the speaker discusses the doctrine of the mediation of Jesus Christ. He explains that in order to function as a mediator, Jesus had to fill three sub-mediatorial offices: prophet, priest, and king. The speaker emphasizes the importance of Christ as our priest, stating that without him in this role, we would have no hope of heaven. He also highlights the biblical imagery of God's reaction to sin, describing it as repulsive and anger-inducing.
On Eagles' Wings Pt 124
By Don Courville31929:08Radio ShowROM 8:14COL 1:13COL 1:23HEB 9:27REV 20:12REV 21:27In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the lack of life and hope he sees in people's eyes, emphasizing that the only source of hope is Jesus Christ. He warns that missing Jesus means missing out on life and facing judgment. The speaker urges listeners to accept Jesus as their Savior and not to ignore the Holy Spirit's attempts to lead them to Him. He concludes by emphasizing that Jesus is the missing ingredient in their lives and encourages them to invite Him in.
Matthew 21:10-13. Christ Casts the Buyers and Sellers Out of the Temple.
By Favell Lee Mortimer0ISA 56:7GAL 3:28EPH 2:14REV 21:27Favell Lee Mortimer preaches about Jesus cleansing the temple, highlighting how the sacred place meant for worship had been turned into a den of thieves by those who made unfair gains and told falsehoods when buying and selling. Jesus, meek towards those who reviled him, was ardent in his opposition to wickedness, cleansing the sanctuary twice during his ministry. He is both the Judge and Savior, and when he returns, he will manifest his hatred against sin, casting out all evildoers into a furnace of fire.
On Holy Ground
By Andrew Bonar0God's HolinessSalvationPSA 24:3ISA 6:3JER 23:6MAT 5:8ROM 3:23EPH 1:4HEB 12:141PE 1:161JN 1:5REV 21:27Andrew Bonar emphasizes the transformative understanding of God's holiness in relation to salvation, illustrating that it is through God's holiness that we are granted access to heaven. He reflects on the shift from fearing holy ground to embracing it as a reflection of heavenly joy, recognizing that only a perfectly holy God could have sent His Son for our redemption. Bonar highlights that true happiness in eternity is found in the presence of God's holiness.
On Heaven
By Thomas Reade0PSA 16:8PSA 16:11ISA 57:2HEB 12:141PE 1:151JN 3:2REV 21:4REV 21:27Thomas Reade preaches about the joys and glories of heaven, emphasizing the rest, peace, perfect holiness, unmixed happiness, and never-ending bliss that await believers. He describes heaven as a state of rest where the weary find peace, an abode of peace where harmony and love reign, and a state of perfect holiness where believers are purified and made like God. Reade also highlights heaven as a place of unmixed happiness, never-ending bliss, and the assemblage of all that is lovely and excellent, where believers will dwell in eternal harmony and adoring praise.
"A Wall Great and High"
By T. Austin-Sparks0The Lamb of GodGod's NatureMAT 9:21LUK 8:46JHN 1:29JHN 10:10PHP 3:20HEB 12:22REV 20:15REV 21:3REV 21:10REV 21:27T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of the 'great and high wall' of the New Jerusalem as a representation of God's nature and the boundaries that define His Church. The wall symbolizes protection from evil and delineates what is acceptable to God, highlighting that only those who embody the nature of Christ can enter. Sparks explains that the wall's height and the number twelve signify divine governance, while the foundation of the wall rests on the apostles' testimony of Jesus as the Lamb of God. He stresses that true entry into God's presence is based on the measure of Christ within us, rather than human-made barriers. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a deep appreciation of Jesus Christ as the Lamb, which is essential for being part of God's eternal kingdom.
No Dirty Dogs Shall Ever Trample Upon That Golden Pavement
By Thomas Brooks0JudgmentHolinessPSA 22:21ISA 11:7ISA 59:5EZK 22:27EZK 29:3MAT 7:6MAT 12:34REV 21:27REV 22:15Thomas Brooks emphasizes the stark contrast between the holiness of heaven and the unholiness of sinful people, using vivid animal imagery to describe the nature of the unholy. He argues that just as various creatures symbolize different sinful behaviors, God has decreed that no unclean beings will enter His holy presence. Brooks asserts that heaven is a place reserved for the holy, and the presence of unholy individuals would be intolerable for the righteous. He concludes that the purity of heaven necessitates the exclusion of all who practice sin, reinforcing the idea that the eternal city is not meant for those with beastly spirits or practices.
(I) the Gospel of God's Great Love - Part 10 (The Destiny of the Damned)
By Robert Wurtz II0PSA 101:3PRO 4:14MAT 5:28ROM 6:23REV 21:27Robert Wurtz II delivers a powerful sermon on the solemn warnings of God and the distractions that prevent people from considering the consequences of their actions, using historical references like the Valley of Hinnom to illustrate the horrors of Hell. He emphasizes how Satan uses various means to drown out the voice of conscience and lead people astray, highlighting the importance of preparing for the consequences of sin. Wurtz explores the wisdom behind God's plan to eliminate sin and suffering by containing and destroying it, ensuring that heaven remains a place of purity and rest.
The Mischief of Sin
By Thomas Watson0EXO 16:31JOB 15:16PSA 39:9PRO 8:13JER 23:24ROM 2:5EPH 2:4COL 3:51TI 1:131JN 1:7REV 16:9REV 21:27Thomas Watson preaches about the mischief of sin, highlighting God's mercy in saving Christians from persisting in sin and the consequences of unrepentant sinners storing up wrath for themselves. He emphasizes the destructive nature of sin, its link to punishment, and the need to avoid pride, covetousness, and immorality. Watson also discusses the cleansing power of Christ's blood, the importance of repentance, and the eternal consequences of sin. He urges believers to use the Word of God, prayer, and mortification to overcome sin and emphasizes the need to fear the consequences of sin and avoid secret sins that lead to destruction.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
There shall in nowise enter into it any thing that defileth - See Isa 35:8; Isa 52:1. Neither an impure person - he who turns the grace of God into lasciviousness, nor a liar - he that holds and propagates false doctrines. But they which are written - The acknowledged persevering members of the true Church of Christ shall enter into heaven, and only those who are saved from their sins shall have a place in the Church militant. All Christians are bound by their baptism to renounce the devil and all his works, the pomps and vanities of this wicked world, and all the sinful lusts of the flesh; to keep God's holy word and commandments; and to walk in the same all the days of their life. This is the generation of them that seek thy face, O God of Jacob! Reader, art thou of this number? Or art thou expecting an eternal glory while living in sin? If so, thou wilt be fearfully disappointed. Presuming on the mercy of God is as ruinous as despairing of his grace. Where God gives power both to will and to do, the individual should work out his salvation with fear and trembling.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
anything that defileth--Greek, "koinoun." A and B read [koinon,] "anything unclean." in the Lamb's book of life--(See on Rev 20:12; Rev 20:15). As all the filth of the old Jerusalem was carried outside the walls and burnt there, so nothing defiled shall enter the heavenly city, but be burnt outside (compare Rev 22:15). It is striking that the apostle of love, who shows us the glories of the heavenly city, is he also who speaks most plainly of the terrors of hell. On Rev 21:26-27, ALFORD writes a Note, rash in speculation, about the heathen nations, above what is written, and not at all required by the sacred text: compare Note, see on Rev 21:26. Next: Revelation Chapter 22
Tyndale Open Study Notes
21:27 evil (or ceremonially unclean): Spiritual impurity is a basic concern in Revelation (see 21:8). Evil is here generalized as idolatry and dishonesty (see Rev 14:5; 21:8; 22:15). Those who fail to appear in the Book of Life are excluded from the city of God. Only those whose names are written in the Book of Life, the pure of heart (Matt 5:8), will see God.