The city of God, representing His church, is described as a holy city built on Christ, symbolizing the gathering of His chosen people.
The city of God, often referred to as Zion, symbolizes the church, which is composed of the chosen, redeemed, and regenerated people of God. As stated in Psalm 87, glorious things are spoken of this city, as it is the dwelling place of the Lord. It is both a local assembly of believers and the universal church, encompassing all of God's elect across generations. The foundation of this city is Christ, who is the cornerstone laid by God before the foundation of the world, securing its permanence and the salvation of its citizens. In Hebrews 12, this universal aspect is highlighted as 'the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem,' indicating that the church exists both on earth and in heaven.
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