How do we know Jesus is the temple in the New Jerusalem?
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Jesus is the temple of the New Jerusalem as He fulfills all that the Old Testament temple represented, being the ultimate meeting place between God and His people.
In Revelation 21:22, it states, 'And I saw no temple therein: for the Lord God Almighty and the Lamb are the temple of it.' This declaration signifies that Jesus Christ replaces the temple, fulfilling its purpose and symbolism. The temple in the Old Testament was where God’s presence dwelled, a place of worship and atonement. However, in the New Jerusalem, Christ Himself is the temple, embodying all aspects of worship, sacrifice, and communion with God. He is not only the high priest but also the sacrifice, making it clear that access to God is exclusively through Him.
Scripture References:
Revelation 21:22, Hebrews 9:24, John 2:19-21
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