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Revelation 22:3
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The River of Life
2down the middle of the main street of the city. On either side of the river stood a tree of life, bearing twelve kinds of fruit and yielding a fresh crop for each month. And the leaves of the tree are for the healing of the nations.3No longer will there be any curse. The throne of God and of the Lamb will be within the city, and His servants will worship Him.4They will see His face, and His name will be on their foreheads.
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Commentary
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
No more curse - Instead of καταναθεμα, curse, the best MSS., versions, etc., read καταθεμα cursed person. As there shall be no more sinning against God, so there shall be no more curse of God upon the people; for they shall be all his servants, and serve him. Our first parents came under the curse by sinning against their Maker in paradise; these shall never apostatize, therefore neither they nor the earth shall be cursed.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
no more curse--of which the earnest shall be given in the millennium (Zac 14:11). God can only dwell where the curse and its cause, the cursed thing sin (Jos 7:12), are removed. So there follows rightly, "But the throne of God and of the Lamb (who redeemed us from the curse, Gal 3:10, Gal 3:13) shall be in it." Compare in the millennium, Eze 48:35. serve him--with worship (Rev 7:15).
John Gill Bible Commentary
Revelation 22:3 rev 22:3 And there shall be no more curse,.... As there was in Eden, from whence a river came, and where was a tree of life; for there the serpent cursed for his concern in man's transgression, and the earth on account of it; but in this new earth, and paradisiacal state, and on the inhabitants of it, will be no curse; here will be no sin, the cause of the curse, nor pain and sorrow, nor death, corporeal, spiritual, and eternal, or the wrath of God, the several effects of sin, and parts of the curse; the curse of the law cannot here take place; for, besides the righteousness of Christ, which all in the new Jerusalem will be clothed with, and so be blessed and secure from the curse, they will be perfectly pure and holy in nature, and constant and complete in their obedience and service; they will always do the will of God on earth, as it is done in heaven; no accursed person, or anyone devoted to ruin and destruction, will be here; not the old serpent, the devil, he will be shut up in the bottomless pit; nor the blasphemous beast and false prophet, they will be taken and cast alive into the lake of fire before this time comes; no cursing, or accursed men will dwell here; not such who curse themselves, or the saints, or such who will be bid to depart as cursed, these will be destroyed in the general conflagration; nor will there be any anathema denounced against any person, for here wilt be no introducers of another Gospel, nor any that do not love the Lord Jesus Christ; nor will any be an anathema, or accursed from Christ, excommunicated from the church of Christ, for that will have no members deserving of that; none but what are pure and undefiled; see Zac 14:11 but the throne of God and of the Lamb shall be in it; God himself will be there, his tabernacle will be among men; the name of this city will be "Jehovah Shammah", the Lord is here; the pure and spotless Lamb of God, the Son of the Blessed, will be here, whose presence will make it an happy state; these will both have their throne, or seat, here; they will sit on one throne, being the one God over all, blessed for ever; this city will be the city of the great King, where his royal glory and majesty will be most illustriously displayed, and which will greatly make for the felicity of this state, and secure it from the curse: and his servants shall serve him: either the angels, who are ministering spirits, and the servants of God and of the Lamb; or the ministers of the Gospel, the servants of the most high God; or rather all the true followers of Christ, who shall be where he is, and "serve him": both God and the Lamb, who are one in nature, though two distinct persons; wherefore serving them both is not serving two masters: and the service the saints will be employed in, in this state, will not be preaching the word, or attending on the ministry of it, or subjecting to ordinances, which will now be at an end, but celebrating the praises of God, adoring the perfections of his nature, ascribing the glory of every providence, and of all salvation to him, and magnifying the riches of his grace; and this they will perform in the most spiritual, fervent, and perfect manner, and that continually; see Rev 7:15.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
22:3 No longer . . . a curse: Ever since the first sin (Gen 3:14-19), humanity has been cursed because of their rebellion against God (see 1 Cor 16:22). Now rebellion, sin, and the curse are gone forever. • his servants will worship him: Revelation gives glimpses of authentic worship (see Rev 4–5; 7:9-17).
Revelation 22:3
The River of Life
2down the middle of the main street of the city. On either side of the river stood a tree of life, bearing twelve kinds of fruit and yielding a fresh crop for each month. And the leaves of the tree are for the healing of the nations.3No longer will there be any curse. The throne of God and of the Lamb will be within the city, and His servants will worship Him.4They will see His face, and His name will be on their foreheads.
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Heroes in Hebrews
By Leonard Ravenhill7.0K1:27:06FaithMAT 11:28EPH 2:8PHP 3:14HEB 10:36HEB 12:2REV 22:3In this sermon, the speaker discusses the journey of Abraham and his son Isaac. The speaker emphasizes the importance of obedience and faith in God's promises. Abraham and Isaac embark on a three-day journey to a mountain where Abraham is instructed to sacrifice his son. Despite the difficulty and confusion, Abraham remains faithful and builds an altar. The speaker also mentions a woman in the meeting who experienced a miraculous healing, highlighting the power of faith.
God's Judgement & Mercy
By Alan Redpath3.9K35:12Mercy Of GodGEN 3:15EXO 20:17NUM 35:1ISA 16:5MAT 6:33REV 21:4REV 22:3In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of God's judgment and the target of that judgment. He emphasizes that listening to the law only makes people desire to break it, leading to the need for God's judgment. The preacher also highlights the trail of God's justice throughout the Bible, showing how God relentlessly pursues justice while also offering mercy. The sermon concludes by urging listeners to reflect on their own lives and acknowledge the need for God's judgment and sovereignty.
Sovereignty of the Lamb
By J. Sidlow Baxter1.2K1:22:00Lamb Of GodISA 53:5ISA 53:10REV 5:6REV 21:22REV 22:3In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of numbers and their significance in the Bible. They mention the number one hundred million, which represents a large number of angels. The angels praise the Lamb, who is worthy to receive power, riches, wisdom, strength, honor, glory, and blessing. The speaker also highlights the number four, which symbolizes the physical creation, such as the four points of the compass, the four seasons, the four parts of the day, and the four members of a family. The sermon concludes with a reflection on the joy of seeing the face of the beloved Lamb in heaven.
Harvesting Eternal Rewards - Part 2
By Josef Tson1.1K1:00:39COL 3:1REV 22:3REV 22:5In this sermon, the speaker discusses four perspectives that the Bible teaches us to have about ourselves in this world. These perspectives are soldier, athlete, farmer, and hero. The soldier, athlete, and farmer all have in common the need for renunciation and going through hardship in order to achieve a future goal. The speaker emphasizes the importance of investing our present time and life for something glorious in the future. Additionally, the sermon mentions three harvests that the scripture talks about: the harvest of souls, the harvest of people at the end of the age, and the final harvest. The speaker encourages listeners to be active in sharing the message of Jesus and being part of these harvests.
Servant #3 - Consumation
By Stephen Kaung8781:17:41REV 22:3In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of serving the Lord in every aspect of our lives, not just within the church. He highlights that as serving people, we are called to serve 24 hours a day, without retirement. While secular work may have retirement, our service to God does not. The speaker references Luke 17:7-10, where Jesus teaches that even when a servant has finished their tasks, they are still considered unworthy and must continue to serve. The sermon encourages believers to persevere in their service to God and to strive for the upward call of God in their daily living.
Bible Portraits of Christ 03 His Face
By James Booker74843:58EXO 33:18EXO 33:20MAT 6:33REV 22:3In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of seeing the face of God. He mentions Fanny Crosby, a blind hymn writer, who looked forward to the day when she would see God's face. The preacher also shares a story about a man who saw his son's face after experiencing multiple heart attacks, emphasizing the importance of God's presence in our lives. The sermon highlights the significance of facial expressions and how they convey different emotions and messages. The preacher concludes by emphasizing that when we gaze upon God's face, we are in touch with the divine and experience His glory.
The New Heavens and the New Earth
By Shane Idleman1743:46EternitySurrender to GodECC 3:11MAT 25:46REV 22:3Shane Idleman delivers a powerful sermon on 'The New Heavens and the New Earth,' emphasizing the importance of understanding heaven in light of hell. He explains that eternity is stamped on our hearts, and while the Bible provides limited details about heaven, it assures believers of eternal life in God's presence. Idleman encourages the congregation to focus on storing treasures in heaven rather than earthly possessions, reminding them that the new creation will be a place of beauty, joy, and fulfillment. He concludes by urging listeners to fully surrender to God to experience true joy and peace, especially in the face of life's uncertainties.
His Servants Shall Serve Him
By Robert Hawker0ISA 65:13JHN 4:14ROM 14:172CO 3:18REV 22:3Robert Hawker preaches about the blessedness of being servants of Christ, who are distinguished from the world by serving Him. God's servants partake in the spiritual feast of Jesus, the living bread and water, and rejoice with joy of heart. They have the privilege of seeing God's face through faith and will one day behold Him in all His glory. The name of Christ is imprinted on their foreheads, signifying the transformation into His image by the Spirit of the Lord.
True Saints, When Absent From the Body, Are Present With the Lord
By Jonathan Edwards0PSA 16:11JHN 17:242CO 5:8PHP 1:23REV 5:10REV 19:5REV 19:7REV 21:3REV 22:3Jonathan Edwards preaches about the privilege and happiness of being with Christ in heaven after leaving the body, emphasizing the great future privilege of dwelling with Christ, the value of this privilege, the present benefit of faith and hope in this future privilege, and the glorious and immediate fellowship with Christ. He highlights the souls of true saints going to be with Christ in heaven, dwelling in the same blessed abode, enjoying a perfect union and conformity with Him, and engaging in glorious and eternal fellowship with Him. Edwards encourages seeking after this privilege and reflects on the life and death of an eminent servant of Christ, emphasizing his deep experiences, extraordinary gifts, and remarkable success in advancing Christ's kingdom among the Indians.
We Will Behold Jesus
By David Wilkerson0HeavenEternal LifeLUK 23:43JHN 14:31CO 13:122CO 5:82CO 12:1REV 5:10REV 21:4REV 22:3David Wilkerson emphasizes the promise of heaven as a central theme of the gospel, noting that while the Bible offers limited descriptions of heaven, it assures believers of a personal relationship with Jesus there. He references Paul's longing for heaven and the joy of being in the presence of the Lord, highlighting that in heaven, believers will have direct access to Jesus and will serve Him as kings and priests. Wilkerson encourages the congregation to make heaven their earnest desire, reminding them that it will be a place free of sorrow, pain, and death, where God will wipe away every tear.
Rev. 22:3-5. the Curse Cancelled, and the Kingdom Begun
By Horatius Bonar0Eternal KingdomHope in ChristREV 22:3Horatius Bonar preaches on Revelation 22:3-5, emphasizing the cancellation of the curse and the establishment of God's eternal kingdom. He contrasts the current state of the world with the future glory where there will be no more evil, darkness, or suffering, and where God's throne will be established on earth. Bonar highlights the blessings of eternal service, vision, and reign for the redeemed, who will see God's face and bear His name. He encourages believers to live in light of this glorious future, which purifies, invigorates, cheers, and comforts them in their present struggles. Ultimately, he calls everyone to believe in Christ to enter this promised kingdom.
Rev. 22:3,5. the Serving and the Reigning
By Horatius Bonar0Eternal ReignService to GodJHN 12:26ROM 12:1EPH 2:82TI 2:12HEB 12:1JAS 1:121PE 2:91JN 3:2REV 22:3REV 22:5Horatius Bonar emphasizes the dual role of the redeemed as both servants and kings, based on Revelation 22:3, 5. He explains that service to God begins at conversion and is a lifelong commitment, while the future reign signifies the ultimate victory and dominion believers will have in eternity. Bonar encourages believers to embrace their identity as servants of Christ, highlighting that true freedom and joy come from serving Him. He contrasts the current state of the Church with the glorious future awaiting the faithful, urging them to remain steadfast in their faith and service. The sermon concludes with a call to live in anticipation of the eternal reign that awaits those who overcome.
Lxvi. to Mr. Taylor, on Her Son's Death
By Samuel Rutherford0PSA 30:5JHN 11:35ROM 8:18ROM 8:281CO 6:192CO 1:3PHP 4:7HEB 4:151PE 1:3REV 22:3Samuel Rutherford delivers a heartfelt message of comfort and encouragement to a grieving mother, assuring her that her son, who has passed away, is now in the presence of the Lord. He emphasizes that even though the mother's sorrow is allowed, it is important to remember that her son's death was part of God's sovereign plan and that he is now serving the same Master in a higher house. Rutherford reminds the mother that her son's early departure to heaven was a merciful act by the Creator, and that she should find solace in the fact that her son is now in a place of everlasting joy. He encourages her to wait on God's timing for the living child and to trust in the free grace and mercy of Jesus Christ.
The Cross Destroying the Serpent
By Watchman Nee0The Power of the CrossVictory in ChristROM 6:6ROM 8:31CO 2:81CO 15:241CO 15:262CO 5:19HEB 2:14REV 20:10REV 21:4REV 22:3Watchman Nee emphasizes the profound significance of the Cross in destroying the serpent, which symbolizes Satan and the power of death. He explains that through His death, Jesus not only defeated the serpent but also initiated the creation of a new race, freeing humanity from the curse of the Fall. The Cross serves as God's ultimate weapon against sin, Satan, and death, leading to the promise of a new heaven and earth. Nee highlights that the victory of Christ on the Cross is the foundation for believers to triumph over the world, flesh, and the devil. Ultimately, the Cross signifies the complete destruction of the old creation and the establishment of a new creation in Christ.
Genesis Finds Its Complement in the Apocalypse
By E.W. Bullinger0GEN 1:16GEN 2:7GEN 3:15GEN 3:24GEN 6:9GEN 22:17REV 20:10REV 21:4REV 22:3REV 22:5REV 22:14E.W. Bullinger delves into the parallelism between Genesis and Revelation, showcasing the contrast between the beginning and the end of God's redemptive plan. From the creation of Earth to the final judgment, the preacher highlights the themes of sin, rebellion, restoration, and the ultimate victory of God over evil. The sermon emphasizes the consequences of man's disobedience, the impact of Satan's influence, and the promise of redemption through a promised seed. It concludes with the restoration of man, the defeat of Satan, and the eternal blessings awaiting those who remain faithful to God.
Training Below for Service Above, Part 2
By Mary Wilder Tileston0JHN 15:161CO 3:91CO 15:58COL 3:23REV 22:3Mary Wilder Tileston preaches about the future hope of believers who serve God faithfully, highlighting the promise of being in the presence of God, serving Him directly, and bearing His name. She emphasizes the idea of believers being prepared and trained on earth for higher and nobler service in heaven, where there is both sweet communion with God and endless activity in serving Him. Tileston encourages believers to see heaven not just as a place of rest and consolation, but as a realm of infinite peace and active ministry, reflecting God's own nature of both peace and activity.
Why Was Not Our Lot With Devils and Damned Spirits?
By Anne Dutton0ROM 5:20ROM 6:231CO 2:91CO 10:312CO 5:10EPH 6:101TH 5:172TI 4:71PE 2:9REV 22:3Anne Dutton preaches about the boundless grace of God through Jesus Christ, emphasizing how God's mercy and sovereignty work to save sinners and prepare them for eternal glory. She highlights the righteousness of Christ's life and death as the channel through which grace reigns, justifying believers and leading them to eternal life. Dutton encourages believers to diligently strive, run, fight, and wrestle against sin and spiritual opposition, relying on the whole armor of God and the shield of faith. She urges listeners to live each day for the glory of God, walking by faith and love, as they await the blessed eternity in God's everlasting kingdom.
Luke 19:20-28. the Last Part of the Parable of the Ten Pounds.
By Favell Lee Mortimer0PSA 126:6ECC 11:1MAT 21:22LUK 19:14REV 22:3Favell Lee Mortimer preaches a powerful sermon on the parable that warns against not living to God's glory and the fatal sin of not making efforts to please our heavenly Master. Those who doubt God's promises of success in laboring for Him make Him a liar, as God remembers and blesses the efforts of His faithful servants beyond their expectations. The parable also alludes to the enemies who rejected Christ's reign, highlighting the courage of the Shepherd who led His flock to His sacrificial death in Jerusalem.
The Relatedness of All Else
By T. Austin-Sparks0Christian LifeWorshipMAT 4:8REV 21:22REV 22:3T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the ultimate issue of worship in the universe, linking it to the relationship between God, the Lamb, and the absence of the curse. He explains that all aspects of the Bible and Christian life must be viewed through the lens of worship, which is the central theme that connects every doctrine and practice. Sparks warns against the tendency to isolate biblical truths from their ultimate purpose, which is to glorify God and affirm His supremacy. He highlights that true Christian service and experience are rooted in the acknowledgment of God's rights and the rejection of any mixture that detracts from pure worship. Ultimately, the sermon calls believers to recognize that every action and belief should lead to a greater worship of God, as He is the temple and the focus of all creation.
The Bringing in of a Man
By T. Austin-Sparks0PSA 8:6JHN 1:3ROM 8:191CO 15:45EPH 2:15PHP 2:13COL 1:16HEB 13:211JN 3:8REV 21:4REV 22:3T. Austin-Sparks preaches about the lost impact of Christ, the Gospel, and Christianity due to the influence of tradition, theology, and mystical cults. He emphasizes the need to rediscover the real meaning of Christ to experience a new impact personally and to impact the world. The sermon delves into the significance of Christ as the last Adam, a life-giving spirit, and His role in the Divine scheme of things as the answer to the universe, the terminal point between purpose and fulfillment, the climax of Divine energies, the instrument for answering the iniquity of the universe, the channel of life to a world race, and the spiritual head in terms of life through faith and righteousness.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
No more curse - Instead of καταναθεμα, curse, the best MSS., versions, etc., read καταθεμα cursed person. As there shall be no more sinning against God, so there shall be no more curse of God upon the people; for they shall be all his servants, and serve him. Our first parents came under the curse by sinning against their Maker in paradise; these shall never apostatize, therefore neither they nor the earth shall be cursed.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
no more curse--of which the earnest shall be given in the millennium (Zac 14:11). God can only dwell where the curse and its cause, the cursed thing sin (Jos 7:12), are removed. So there follows rightly, "But the throne of God and of the Lamb (who redeemed us from the curse, Gal 3:10, Gal 3:13) shall be in it." Compare in the millennium, Eze 48:35. serve him--with worship (Rev 7:15).
John Gill Bible Commentary
Revelation 22:3 rev 22:3 And there shall be no more curse,.... As there was in Eden, from whence a river came, and where was a tree of life; for there the serpent cursed for his concern in man's transgression, and the earth on account of it; but in this new earth, and paradisiacal state, and on the inhabitants of it, will be no curse; here will be no sin, the cause of the curse, nor pain and sorrow, nor death, corporeal, spiritual, and eternal, or the wrath of God, the several effects of sin, and parts of the curse; the curse of the law cannot here take place; for, besides the righteousness of Christ, which all in the new Jerusalem will be clothed with, and so be blessed and secure from the curse, they will be perfectly pure and holy in nature, and constant and complete in their obedience and service; they will always do the will of God on earth, as it is done in heaven; no accursed person, or anyone devoted to ruin and destruction, will be here; not the old serpent, the devil, he will be shut up in the bottomless pit; nor the blasphemous beast and false prophet, they will be taken and cast alive into the lake of fire before this time comes; no cursing, or accursed men will dwell here; not such who curse themselves, or the saints, or such who will be bid to depart as cursed, these will be destroyed in the general conflagration; nor will there be any anathema denounced against any person, for here wilt be no introducers of another Gospel, nor any that do not love the Lord Jesus Christ; nor will any be an anathema, or accursed from Christ, excommunicated from the church of Christ, for that will have no members deserving of that; none but what are pure and undefiled; see Zac 14:11 but the throne of God and of the Lamb shall be in it; God himself will be there, his tabernacle will be among men; the name of this city will be "Jehovah Shammah", the Lord is here; the pure and spotless Lamb of God, the Son of the Blessed, will be here, whose presence will make it an happy state; these will both have their throne, or seat, here; they will sit on one throne, being the one God over all, blessed for ever; this city will be the city of the great King, where his royal glory and majesty will be most illustriously displayed, and which will greatly make for the felicity of this state, and secure it from the curse: and his servants shall serve him: either the angels, who are ministering spirits, and the servants of God and of the Lamb; or the ministers of the Gospel, the servants of the most high God; or rather all the true followers of Christ, who shall be where he is, and "serve him": both God and the Lamb, who are one in nature, though two distinct persons; wherefore serving them both is not serving two masters: and the service the saints will be employed in, in this state, will not be preaching the word, or attending on the ministry of it, or subjecting to ordinances, which will now be at an end, but celebrating the praises of God, adoring the perfections of his nature, ascribing the glory of every providence, and of all salvation to him, and magnifying the riches of his grace; and this they will perform in the most spiritual, fervent, and perfect manner, and that continually; see Rev 7:15.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
22:3 No longer . . . a curse: Ever since the first sin (Gen 3:14-19), humanity has been cursed because of their rebellion against God (see 1 Cor 16:22). Now rebellion, sin, and the curse are gone forever. • his servants will worship him: Revelation gives glimpses of authentic worship (see Rev 4–5; 7:9-17).