Response
Matthew 22:30 discusses individuals post-resurrection not engaging in marriage – they become “like the angels.” Nevertheless, this does not imply individuals are without gender. The masculine, not neuter, pronoun is frequently used to depict angels (and HE was like…HIS appearance was like, etc.). Hence, there is no clear indication that angels are genderless beings.
There is no indication in the Bible that individuals will forfeit or alter their gender in heaven. In the book of Revelation (chapters 21-22), it appears that God is creating things not only as they were in the Garden of Eden but even better. Remember that gender is not negative – it is actually positive. God fashioned Eve because Adam required someone to complement him. Marriage (impossible without distinct genders), the exemplary relationship between a man and a woman, symbolizes Christ and the church. The church is the bride, and Christ is the groom (Ephesians 5:25-32).
Though not explicitly stated in the Bible, it appears most probable that individuals maintain their gender post-death. Our genders are a component of our identity. Gender transcends the physical – it is ingrained in our very essence and in how we connect with God. Consequently, it seems that gender will be perfected and glorified in eternity. It is also significant that Jesus preserved His gender following His death and resurrection.
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