A New Heaven and New Earth for Kids: The Bible Story Explained Simply

Series: Ending and Beginning (Episode 08 of 10) | Scripture: Hebrews/James/Revelation | Ages 7+

A New Heaven and New Earth is a Bible story from Hebrews/James/Revelation in the New Testament. This retelling is designed for kids ages 5 and up, using simple language they can understand and lessons they will remember.

Watch the Full Story of A New Heaven and New Earth

Watch A New Heaven and New Earth in our 60-second video lesson. Your child can follow along and take a quiz after to check what they learned.

Watch "A New Heaven and New Earth" on Faithful Kids

Part of our Ending and Beginning series, 10 episodes covering faith, hope, heaven, God's promises, eternity.

What Is the Story of A New Heaven and New Earth for Kids?

TITLE: A New Heaven and a New Earth SERIES: The Ending & the Beginning EPISODE: 8 SCRIPTURE: Revelation 21:1-7

Close your eyes and imagine the most beautiful place you've ever been. The most stunning sunset. The clearest water. The greenest mountain. Now multiply it by a billion. You're not even close.

What I'm about to show you is the future. Not a fairy tale. Not wishful thinking. A promise.

My apostle John — the one I loved, the one who leaned against me at dinner, the one who stood at the foot of my cross — he was old now. Exiled to a lonely island called Patmos. And there, I gave him a vision that would change everything.

This story comes from Hebrews/James/Revelation and is part of the New Testament.

What Does the Story of A New Heaven and New Earth Teach Children?

The story of A New Heaven and New Earth teaches children important lessons about faith, hope, heaven, God's promises, eternity:

• This story teaches children about faith in a way they can understand
• God's love and faithfulness are visible throughout this story
• Every Bible story connects to the bigger picture of God's plan for the world

Key Bible Verse

"He will wipe every tear from their eyes." — Revelation 21:4

Parent's Guide: Why This Story Matters

Every Bible story is an opportunity to talk with your child about faith in a natural, low-pressure way. After watching, ask an open-ended question like 'What was your favorite part?' or 'What do you think God was trying to teach us?' These conversations do not need to be long or perfect. The goal is simply to make the Bible feel like a living, relevant part of your family's life, not something dusty on a shelf.

Quiz: Test What Your Child Learned

After watching the video, see if your child can answer these questions:

Who received the vision of the new heaven and new earth?

John — the beloved disciple of Jesus — was exiled on the island of Patmos when Jesus gave him the incredible vision recorded in the book of Revelation, including the new heaven and new earth.

What did the voice from the throne promise about tears, death, and pain?

The promise is total and complete — God will wipe every tear from their eyes, and death, mourning, crying, and pain will be completely gone. Not reduced. Gone. The old order of things will have passed away forever.

What did Jesus say from the throne about what He is doing?

Jesus said "I am making everything new" — not just fixing or repairing the old world, but creating something entirely new and perfect. This is the ultimate promise: everything broken will be made brand new.

Discussion Questions for Families

Use these questions at the dinner table or during bedtime:

1. What was your favorite part of the story of A New Heaven and New Earth?
2. What do you think God was teaching us through this story?
3. How can we be more like A in our own lives?
4. If you were in this story, what would you have done differently?
5. What does this story teach us about trusting God?

More Episodes in the Ending and Beginning Series

This story is episode 08 of 10 in the Ending and Beginning series:

• Faith Hall of Fame for Kids
• Faith Without Works for Kids
• Taming the Tongue for Kids
• Love One Another for Kids
• The Good Shepherd for Kids
• The Vine and the Branches for Kids
• I Am the Way for Kids
• The Throne Room for Kids
• Behold I Am Coming Soon for Kids

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the story of A New Heaven and New Earth about for kids?

A New Heaven and New Earth is a story from Hebrews/James/Revelation. TITLE: A New Heaven and a New Earth SERIES: The Ending & the Beginning EPISODE: 8 SCRIPTURE: Revelation 21:1-7

What age is the story of A New Heaven and New Earth appropriate for?

This retelling of A New Heaven and New Earth is designed for children Ages 7+. The language is simple and age-appropriate, and the video is 60 seconds long, perfect for young attention spans.

Where is A New Heaven and New Earth found in the Bible?

A New Heaven and New Earth is found in Hebrews/James/Revelation in the New Testament. It is part of the Ending and Beginning series on Faithful Kids.

Is there a video of A New Heaven and New Earth for kids?

Yes. Faithful Kids has a 60-second video retelling of A New Heaven and New Earth designed for children, with narration, visuals, and a comprehension quiz. Watch it here.

How can I use A New Heaven and New Earth for Sunday School or homeschool?

Play the 60-second Faithful Kids video as an introduction, then use the discussion questions above for group conversation. The built-in quiz checks comprehension. Many Sunday school teachers and homeschool parents use Faithful Kids as weekly curriculum.

What does A New Heaven and New Earth teach kids?

The story of A New Heaven and New Earth teaches children about faith, hope, heaven, God's promises, eternity. This story teaches children about faith in a way they can understand.