What does Isaiah 66:22 about new heavens and new earth refer to in Revelation?
Isaiah 66:22 refers to the same event as Revelation 21 and 22: after the present universe is destroyed, God will create new heavens and a new earth for all eternity. In that eternal state, Israel's seed and name remain before the Lord, preserving Israel's unique position.
Les teaches that when a Bible student reads Isaiah 66:22, the mind should immediately jump to Revelation 21 and 22. He explains that even though the present creation is going to be destroyed—the whole universe, not just the planet—God will create new heavens and a new earth for all eternity. Isaiah is referring to that same event. In the eternal state, Israel will still be the apple of God's eye and keep a unique position, because her seed and name remain before the Lord. Members of the body of Christ are in an even better position, but God will never lose sight of His covenant people.
For as the new heavens and the new earth, which I will make, shall remain before me, saith the LORD, so shall your seed and your name remain.
When will the new heavens and new earth be created in relation to the millennial reign?
Scripture indicates the new heavens and new earth will be created after the millennial reign and after the total destruction of the present universe. This corresponds to Revelation 21 and 22, where a whole new creation is made for all eternity, and Israel remains uniquely positioned.
Where in Revelation are the new heavens and new earth described?
The new heavens and new earth are described in Revelation 21 and 22. This follows the destruction of the present heavens and earth and points to God's eternal new creation, where Israel retains its unique covenant position and the body of Christ holds an even better position.