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The temple has always been a source of rich scholarship and theological reflection, but what does it mean for the church's ongoing mission in the world? G. K. Beale and Mitchell Kim examine temple theology throughout Scripture, exploring how this theme relates to Christian life and witness today. From Eden to the new Jerusalem, they argue, we are God's temple on the earth, the firstfruits of the new creation.
Now part of the ESBT series, God Dwells Among Us bridges biblical theology and the needs of the church. God has always desired to dwell among us; now the church must follow its missional call to extend the borders of God's kingdom and take his presence to the ends of the earth.
Essential Studies in Biblical Theology (ESBT), edited by Benjamin L. Gladd, explore the central or "essential" themes of the Bible's grand storyline. Taking cues from Genesis 1-3, authors explore the presence of these themes throughout the entire sweep of redemption history. Written for students, church leaders, and laypeople, the ESBT offers an introduction to biblical theology.
200 pages.
Foreword by Mary Dorinda Beale
Series Preface
Authors' Preface
Abbreviations
Introduction
1. Eden as a Temple: The Context of Genesis 1–2
2. Expanding Eden: The Call in Genesis 1:26-28
3. Eden Lost? The Call to Patriarchs After the Fall
4. Eden Remixed: The Tabernacle in a Context of Sin
5. Eden Restored: The Promise of the Expansion of Eden in the Prophets
6. Eden Rebuilt: Jesus as the New Temple in the Gospels
7. Eden Expanding: The Church as the New Temple
8. Eden's Ministry: Serving as Priests in the New Temple
9. Eden Completely Expanded: The New Heavens and New Earth in Revelation 21:1-4
10. "Why Haven't I Seen This Before?": Seeing the Purpose of God's Dwelling Place in Eden
11. Concluding Practical Reflections: Foundational Convictions for Sacrificial Mission in the Temple
Discussion Questions
Bibliography
Name Index
Scripture Index
Ancient Writings Index
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