The Door Was Shut - 66-70 AD Timeline

The Door Was Shut — 66-70 AD Timeline

The Bridegroom Arrives

Scripture: Matthew 25:6

1st Century Meaning: Represents Christ coming in judgment and fulfillment during the end of the old covenant age.

Meaning for Believers Today: Shows Jesus keeps His promises and comes at the right time; we should stay spiritually ready.

The Door is Shut

Scripture: Matthew 25:10

1st Century Meaning: The time for Israel's repentance closed with Jerusalem's fall—symbolizing the end of the old covenant.

Meaning for Believers Today: The old door is closed, but through Christ, a new and lasting door of grace is open to all who believe.

The Wedding Feast

Scripture: Matthew 22:2-14

1st Century Meaning: Those invited (Israel) mostly refused, so the invitation went to others—the Gentiles.

Meaning for Believers Today: God's kingdom welcomes all nations; everyone can come by faith in Christ.

Separation of Sheep and Goats

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-34

1st Century Meaning: Judgment on nations and individuals who rejected Christ during that generation.

Meaning for Believers Today: Christ continues to judge hearts and actions by love and faithfulness to God's will.

New Covenant Opened

Scripture: Hebrews 8:13; Luke 22:20

1st Century Meaning: Old covenant ended with the temple's destruction; the new covenant fully established.

Meaning for Believers Today: We live under the new covenant where forgiveness and life with God are available through Jesus.

30 AD — Jesus' Death, Resurrection, and Ascension → 66-70 AD — Second Coming / Judgment on Jerusalem → Post-70 AD — New Covenant Age ("Door Shut" on Old Covenant)