“Temple” by Elisha Erese is a gospel worship song from his Heart Cry (Live) album, a project released on June 25, 2026. The nine-minute live recording is also available as a standalone single and carries a deeply devotional message about the believer as a dwelling place of God. The song draws directly from biblical passages including Acts 17:24, 1 Corinthians 3:16 and 2 Corinthians 6:16.
At the centre of “Temple” is the biblical understanding that God does not simply dwell in buildings made by human hands. The song turns the listener’s attention inward, emphasising the identity of the believer as the temple of the living God. This gives the song a strong call to consecration: if God’s Spirit dwells within a person, then that life should become a place where Christ is honoured and represented. The reference to Philippians 1:20 adds another dimension, expressing the desire for Christ to be magnified through the believer’s life.
“Temple” fits naturally into the wider message of Heart Cry (Live), which includes songs such as “Heart Cry,” “Psalm 63,” “Heart Your Throne,” “One Spirit,” “Adonai,” “Emmanuel” and “You and I Jesus.” Across the project, Elisha Erese presents worship as a personal response to God’s presence, rather than simply a musical performance. With its extended live worship format and Scripture-based message, “Temple” invites listeners to examine their relationship with God and the way His presence is reflected through their lives. It is a fitting song for personal devotion, prayer and moments of quiet spiritual reflection.
