Revelation 21:27
And there shall in no wise enter into it any thing that defileth, neither whatsoever worketh abomination, or maketh a lie: but they which are written in the Lamb’s book of life.
Revelation 21:27
This verse declares that nothing impure or deceitful will enter the holy city, but only those whose names are written in the Lamb’s book of life. It paints the final boundary between salvation and judgment and underscores the necessity of purity and faithfulness. The phrase “defileth” and “worketh abomination, or maketh a lie” ties back to the moral purity expected of the people. The book of life is a recurring motif in Revelation indicating God’s sovereign choosing and sustaining of the faithful.
The verse reinforces the themes of holiness, divine assurance, and the necessity of faith in Christ for eternal life. It underscores the decisive reality that inclusion in God’s new creation is by God’s grace and the work of the Lamb, not human merit.
This calls for integrity in everyday life: honesty in work, purity in relationships, and avoidance of deceitful practices. Seek to have your life match the confession of faith you claim, ensuring your name is truly written in the Lamb’s book of life through trust in Jesus.
Cross-References: Luke 10:20; Philippians 4:3; Revelation 3:5; Daniel 12:1