From the Bible's perspective: ‘New Testament Light VS Old Testament Light’
Ex 34:29-30 When Moses came down from Mount Sinai with the two tablets of the covenant law in his hands, he was not aware that his face was radiant because he had spoken with the Lord. When Aaron and all the Israelites saw Moses, his face was radiant, and they were afraid to come near him.
2 Cor 3:18 And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord's glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit.
|
Theme |
New Testament Light |
Old Testament Light |
Description |
Explanation |
Examples |
Related Scripture |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Location of Light |
Shining in hearts |
Shining on face |
New Testament light is deeper, affecting inner life |
NT light directly impacts believers' hearts, while OT light is more external |
NT: God's light shines in believers' hearts OT: Moses' face shines |
NT: 2 Cor 4:6 OT: Ex 34:29-30 |
|
Duration of Light |
Eternal |
Temporary |
NT light is lasting, OT light fades |
NT light brings eternal change, OT glory gradually disappears |
NT: Believers continually reflect God's glory OT: The light on Moses' face fades |
NT: 2 Cor 3:18 OT: 2 Cor 3:7 |
|
Effect of Light |
Life and freedom |
Condemnation and death |
NT brings life, OT shows consequences of sin |
NT light brings spiritual life and freedom, OT light reveals sin and brings condemnation |
NT: Believers receive new life OT: People condemned for failing to follow the law |
NT: 2 Cor 3:6 OT: 2 Cor 3:7,9 |
|
Medium of Light |
Christ |
Moses |
NT transmits light through Christ, OT through Moses |
Christ is the perfect expression of God's glory, Moses is God's chosen servant |
NT: Christ's face reveals God's glory OT: Moses' face reflects God's glory |
NT: 2 Cor 4:6 OT: Ex 34:29 |
|
Scope of Light |
Universal |
Limited to Israel |
NT light extends to all believers, OT mainly limited to Israel |
NT gospel is for everyone, OT law mainly for Israelites |
NT: Gospel preached worldwide OT: Law given to Israel |
NT: Matt 28:19 OT: Deut 4:1 |
|
Nature of Light |
Grace and truth |
Law and regulations |
NT emphasizes grace, OT emphasizes law |
NT reveals God through grace and truth, OT reveals God's standards through law and regulations |
NT: Justification by faith OT: Obedience to law |
NT: John 1:17 OT: Ex 20:1-17 |
|
Purpose of Light |
To know Christ |
To foreshadow Christ |
NT directly reveals Christ, OT foreshadows Christ |
NT light points directly to Christ, OT light points to Christ through types and shadows |
NT: Believers directly know Christ OT: Sacrificial system foreshadows Christ |
NT: 2 Cor 4:6 OT: Heb 10:1 |
This table compares the light in the New Testament and Old Testament, covering seven main aspects. It demonstrates both the continuity and differences between the two covenants, especially in how God reveals Himself and how this revelation impacts believers' lives. It's important to note that while the table presents contrasts, both covenants are part of God's revelation, with the New Testament building upon the foundation of the Old Testament.
*Please refer to the 2024 Memorial Day Conference - The Christian Life, Week Six: The Triune God in Christ as Our Life by Shining into Our Hearts
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