PERSONAL ESCHATOLOGY

MODULE 6

It actually explores the idea of the temple as a central theme in the Bible, connecting Creation, redemption, and the future hope of believers. In the beginning, Creation itself was like a temple which is a sacred space where God’s presence dwelt with humanity. This theme continues through the Old Testament with physical temples like the Tabernacle and Solomon’s Temple, where God’s presence was in the Holy of Holies.

In the New Testament, this idea expands. Christ becomes the true temple, the place where Heaven and Earth meet, and through Him, believers are united with God. This union is so intimate that early church fathers described it as theosis which is sharing in God’s life. The church today is also called a living temple, where Christians gather in worship, prayer, and sacraments like the Lord’s Supper to experience God’s presence.

Also, Light is an important symbol throughout Scripture, representing God’s glory and presence. The Transfiguration and resurrection show how this divine light transforms believers, pointing to a deeper spiritual reality beyond physical light.

Finally, the theme looks forward to the new creation in book of Revelation, where the whole cosmos becomes God’s temple. The New Jerusalem is pictured as a place where God dwells fully with His people, and worship continues forever. This vision shapes how Christians live now and not just believing ideas, but practicing a life of worship, community, and holiness.