New Heaven, New Earth

The sermon opens with the central message about God's promise to create new heavens and new earth. Based on Isaiah 65:17-18, the pastor emphasizes that God will create new things, and former things will no longer be remembered or called to mind. The pain, despair, and disappointment caused by things past will completely disappear, replaced by eternal joy and gladness.

The second section develops the theological point by listing seven things that will not exist in the new heaven and new earth. Drawing from Revelation 21:1-5 and related passages, the pastor details: no more sea, no more death, no more sorrow, no more crying, no more pain, no more darkness or sin, and no more curse. Each element represents aspects of corruption and suffering in the present world that will be completely removed. God will wipe away every tear, and He will dwell with His people forever.

The third part explores the meaning of the word "new" in Greek, distinguishing between "Neos" (newly made, young) and "Kainos" (new in value though ancient in origin). This shows that recreation is not total annihilation but restoration and glorification of what already exists. The pastor applies this principle to the Christian's present life through 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, emphasizing that though the outward person is decaying, the inner person is renewed day by day, and things unseen are eternal.

The conclusion applies the message to the congregation's practical life. The sermon encourages believers not to lose heart in present difficulties, because eternal hope is precious. Those who believe in Christ as Savior will enjoy the blessing of new heavens and new earth, where suffering and separation from God no longer exist. This is the foundation for perseverance in faith and motivation to live righteously in this present world.