2026-05-01 Revelation 21 Heaven Part 1
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Pastor Bob Larson of Calvary Chapel Caldwell delivers a hopeful and biblically grounded message on heaven in this episode of 'Today in the Word,' focusing on Revelation 21:5 and the transformative promise that 'I make all things new.' He dismantles common misconceptions about heaven—like floating on clouds in diapers with auto harps—and replaces them with a vision of a renewed cosmos: a new heaven and new earth where all pain, sorrow, death, and division are gone. Pastor Bob emphasizes that heaven is not just a place of rest but a dynamic realm of new identities, new songs, new relationships, and eternal service to God. He connects this future hope to present transformation, affirming that believers can experience 'new creation' in Christ right now through repentance and spiritual renewal. The message balances eschatological excitement with practical encouragement, urging listeners to live with eternal perspective while embracing God’s power to renew their lives today.
Heaven is a literal new creation—new heaven, new earth, no more sea, no more suffering.
God will give believers new names and new songs in heaven, symbolizing complete renewal.
Physical death is not the end but the beginning of eternal life with a new, immortal body.
Faithfulness on earth determines stewardship in heaven—God rewards faithful service.
You can experience spiritual newness now through Christ: 'If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation.'
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Introduction to Heaven and the Message of Revelation 21
Pastor Bob introduces the episode, outlines Calvary Chapel Caldwell's services and broadcast details, and sets the stage for a deep dive into Revelation 21, emphasizing the biblical foundation of heaven as a place of renewal.
Debunking Myths and Embracing the Biblical Vision of Heaven
“I thought it was you had those auto harps from junior high, you push a button and strum it, and it sounded terrible and you're floating around on a cloud in a diaper. I don't know.”
The New Heaven, New Earth, and the End of Suffering
“And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes. There shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There should be no more pain for the former things have passed away.”
Eternal Bodies, New Identities, and the Call to Present Renewal
“Therefore if anyone is in Christ he's a new creation. In other words, if you invite Jesus into your life right then you could be a new creation. All things old have passed away. Behold, all things have become new.”
Closing Invitations and Ministry Updates
The episode concludes with information about Calvary Kids, upcoming services, and ways to support the ministry, including online access to messages and donation opportunities.
“If anyone is in Christ he's a new creation. In other words, if you invite Jesus into your life right then you could be a new creation. All things old have passed away. Behold, all things have become new.”
“And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes. There shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There should be no more pain for the former things have passed away.”
“Heaven is going to be a great place, right? When Eddie Jones asked me, Bob, do you want to go to heaven? And I was like, I don't know. But now that I have read the Bible and I know what heaven's going to be like, I can't wait to go to heaven.”
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