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15 - 21 May 2022

What next?

Revelation 21.1-6

In this vision, John sees all things being renewed. The world of the creation story and the present day is replaced by a new world – heaven on earth. God lives among, and will be all things to, his people. This story is one of excitement and hope. Knowing the past and living the present gives great hope to John’s view of the future.

We are reminded that the Lamb is the one who was and is and is to come – our lives matter in the here and now, and our work and worship are about us seeking to bring the future into the present. Our task is not only to follow Jesus to the holy city but to rebuild the city where we are, making the kingdom come everywhere and for all.

This week we explore what was and is and is to come.

Lectionary Bible readings for RCL Easter 5 Year C
Acts 11.1-18 Psalm 148 Revelation 21.1-6 John 13.31-35

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Find more resources on these readings

  • Easter 5 focused on Acts 11.1-18 (2025)
  • Easter 5 focused on Revelation 21.1-6 (2022)
  • Easter 5 focused on Acts 11.1-18 (2019)
  • Easter 5 focused on John 13.31-35 (2016)
  • Easter 5 focused on Acts 11.1-18 (2013)
  • Easter 5 focused on Revelation 21.1-6 (2010)
  • Easter 5 focused on Acts 11.1-18 (2007)
  • Easter 5 focused on John 13.31-35 (2004)