Webthe new jerusalem is in contrast to the old jerusalem down here on the earth, and it is coming down from god out of heaven. Now there are men today — better men than i —. Webjohn begins the chapter with a vision of a new heaven and a new earth, replacing the old ones which have passed away. He then describes the holy city, the new jerusalem,. Webreverse the miseries of earth, and you know something of the joys of heaven. But begin with god's presence, or you will know nothing of their most joyful joy. Webjohn depicts the reunion of heaven and earth as the descent of a new jerusalem. Unlike the old jerusalem that was corrupted and dishonored by most of. Webthe vision of the new jerusalem holds the promise that the consequences of sin can be overcome, so that people can find true life in a right relationship with god.
