The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints teaches that temple rituals—such as baptisms for the dead, eternal marriage, and secret ordinances—are essential for salvation. But Scripture paints a very different picture of God’s eternal plan. In Revelation 21:22, John writes, “And I saw no temple therein: for the Lord God Almighty and the Lamb are the temple of it.” In the New Jerusalem, God Himself, not human rituals or buildings, is the center of worship.
The Bible consistently shows that temple worship was always intended to point to Christ. The sacrificial system, outlined in Leviticus 1–7, foreshadowed Jesus’ once-for-all atonement (Hebrews 10:1–10), and the Old Testament temple was never the ultimate dwelling of God. After Christ’s death and resurrection, God’s presence is accessible to all believers through Him, not through secret rites or restricted ordinances (John 4:21–24; Ephesians 2:18).
This video examines the stark contrast between biblical temple worship and LDS temple practices, highlighting how the latter bears little resemblance to God’s revealed design. We explore whether the Mormon claim to “restore” ancient temple worship aligns with Scripture—or whether it introduces rituals that God never intended for His people.
References: Revelation 21:22; Hebrews 10:1–10; John 4:21–24; Ephesians 2:18; Leviticus 1–7.
