Revelation 22: Group Study Handout

How to use: read Revelation 22 aloud together, then take the questions in order. One page is enough for an evening.

Overview

The vision of the New Creation reveals a river of life, clear as crystal, from the throne of God and the Lamb. On either side is the tree of life, with fruits for every month and leaves for the healing of the nations (vv. 1-2).

Key verse

“He who testifies these things says, “Yes, I come quickly.” Amen! Yes, come, Lord Jesus.”
Revelation 22:20 (WEB)

Outline

Revelation 22:1–5 Vision of the New Creation
Revelation 22:6–10 The Prophecy's Urgency
Revelation 22:11–14 Call to Righteousness
Revelation 22:15–19 Warnings Against Alteration
Revelation 22:20–21 Final Invitation and Benediction

Discussion questions

In v1, what is described as 'clear as crystal' and where does it come from?
What is the purpose of the leaves of the tree in v2?
The phrase 'come quickly' in v12: what implications does this urgency have for the recipients?
In vv. 18-19, why is there a warning against adding or taking away from the prophecy?
When have you felt compelled to 'come' for the 'water of life' mentioned in v17?

Go deeper

Passages that echo Revelation 22: Revelation 21, Revelation 1, Revelation 7.