36. The Word in its outermost or earthly meaning, which is its literal meaning, is also meant by the wall of the holy Jerusalem, which was made of jasper, by the foundations of the wall, which were precious stones, as well as by the gates, which were pearls (Revelation 21:18-21). This is because Jerusalem means the church in regard to its teachings. There will be more on this, though, under the next heading [§]. We may now conclude from what has been presented that the literal meaning of the Word, which is earthly, is the foundation, container, and support of its inner meanings, which are a spiritual meaning and a heavenly meaning.

Title: The River of God

Topic: Word

Summary: River imagery pervades the Bible from Genesis to Revelation and visions often occur by rivers. What is the river of God and how can we tap into it?

Use the reference links below to follow along in the Bible as you watch.

References:
Genesis 2:8-14
Psalms 1:1-3; 46:1-5; 65:3, 5-13
Isaiah 30:18-26; 32:1-2; 41:17-18; 43:1-2; 48:16-18
Jeremiah 17:5-8, 10; 31:9
Ezekiel 1:1, 3; 3:15, 23; 10:15; 29:1-5, 9; 32:2; 43:1-3; 47:1-12
Daniel 8:2-3; 10:4-5, 7; 12:5-7
Zechariah 14:8-9
Matthew 3:5-6
John 7:37-38
Revelation 7:15-17; 21:6; 22:1-2, 17