Revelation 22:1
And he shewed me a pure river of water of life, clear as crystal, proceeding out of the throne of God and of the Lamb.
Revelation 22:1
This verse introduces a “pure river of water of life,” flowing from God’s throne and the Lamb. Water of life imagery echoes Jesus’ discourse in John 4 (living water) and John 7 (rivers of living water). The river’s purity and accessibility symbolize life, healing, and sustenance for all. The throne indicates ultimate source and sovereignty; the river’s flow from both the Father and the Lamb unites the Trinity’s role in human provision. The setting on the new creation's landscape shows a world precisely ordered by divine generosity.
This highlights God’s restorative activity—the life that comes from Him reaches and heals all nations. It affirms the gospel’s offer of eternal life and continual renewal. The river underscores the ongoing, generous life God gives to His people.
In practical terms, think of ways you can be a conduit of life to others: acts of hospitality, generosity, and service that refresh weary souls. In your community, cultivate spaces where people can encounter the “water of life” through acts of care and spiritual invitation.
Cross-References: John 4:10-14; Psalm 46:4-5; Ezekiel 47:1-12; Isaiah 55:1