A Sneak Peek at Heaven – May 28, 2025
Read: Revelation 21:21-27
The twelve gates were twelve pearls, each gate made of a single pearl. The great street of the city was of gold, as pure as transparent glass. The city does not need the sun or the moon to shine on it, for the glory of God gives it light, and the Lamb is its lamp. Nothing impure will ever enter it, nor will anyone who does what is shameful or deceitful, but only those whose names are written in the Lamb’s book of life.
Revelation 21:21,23,27
A Sneak Peek at Heaven
Devotion based on Revelation 21:21,23,27
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In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Have you ever had your eyes checked at the doctor? You look through that big machine, and the doctor keeps asking, “Which is better: one or two?” It’s all about helping you see clearly.
In Revelation chapter 21, it’s like God is giving us a picture of heaven so we can see it clearly in our hearts! The streets are gold, so pure you can see through them like glass. The gates are giant pearls—not just decorated with pearls, but each gate is one huge pearl! And there’s no need for a sun or moon because God himself is the light. It means there’s no night, it’s sunny and bright all the time in heaven! You won’t need a special eye test or glasses to see it either!
That’s not all. In heaven, there’s no darkness, no sadness, and nothing bad ever gets in. But guess who gets to go in?! Those whose names are written in the Lamb’s book of life—that’s Jesus’ book. And guess what?! Your name is in it because you believe in him!
Closing Prayer:
Dear Jesus, I want to walk as a child of the light; I want to follow you. I can’t wait to see you, the Lamb and the light of the City of God. Shine in my heart, Lord Jesus. Amen.
The questions below are to help families discuss this devotion. The questions are divided by age group as suggestions, but anyone could reflect on any of the questions as they desire.
Questions for Younger Children
- Do you or someone you know wear glasses? Will we need them in heaven?
- Why is there no sun or moon in heaven?
Questions for Elementary Age Children
- What words did John use to describe heaven’s beauty?
- What do people mean when they say, “heaven on earth”? Can anything here really compare to the real heaven?
Questions for Middle School and Above
- Name someone whom you know who already is in heaven. What would be your first words when you see them again?
- Describe heaven in your own words. What are you most excited about seeing in heaven?
