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A Deep-Dive into Revelation's Symbolism | Dr. Tom Schreiner | S2E4

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Thomas R Schreiner


Duration

68.45


Uploaded to YouTube

3 December 2025

Added to Database

6 December 2025


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What does Revelation tell us about the new creation? How does it transform your Christian life and ministry? Dr. Tom Schreiner walks through Revelation 21–22, showcasing how its symbolism feeds the imagination and nourishes our soul, pointing us towards what God is going to do to restore the world.

Timestamps
00:00 — Topics to Cover in this Episode
01:17 — Eden in Rev 21–22 ("Healing of the Nations")
05:48 — New Creation is BETTER Than Eden
07:13 — Enhancing the Image of God
10:18 — Perfecting the Creation (City, River, No Temple)
13:42 — Should We Read Revelation Symbolically?
16:45 — Referents: What the Symbol Communicates (Beast, Dragon, etc.)
19:56 — Is There a Literal New Jerusalem?
23:43 — Revelation as the Climax of the Bible
26:27 — "Sea is No More" (End of Evil/Chaos)
30:39 — "Tree on Either Side of the River" (God Provides Forever)
33:04 — "Walls w/ Open Gates" (Safest Place Imaginable)
34:37 — “No Night” (No Moral Evil)
36:42 — What Can We Bring With Us? ("Glory and Honor of the Nations")
44:06 — "He Who Conquers" (Sonship Theme)
45:08 — About Dr. Schreiner (Serving the Church & Seminary Education)
53:45 — Ezekiel’s Temple (& New Testament as Interpretive Guide)
1:01:23 — Significance of the Ending to the Bible (Application for Today)

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