+DEV+ Jesus Marries His Bride

Date: January 8, 2013 11:43 PM
Topic: +DEV+  Jesus Marries His Bride

Jesus Marries His Bride

 "Then the angel said to me, 'Write: Blessed are those who are invited to the wedding supper of the Lamb!" (Revelation 19:9)
Scripture Focus: Revelation19:1-9

Getting married in Tanzania is a long, drawn-out affair. The parents on both sides must agree. The bride-price, usually in several installments and normally cattle, must be paid and received. Relatives must be informed. A dowry is built up. A marriage house must be constructed and clothes purchased. Arrangements must be made for the huge feast. No preparations may be hurried. Only when everything has been completed can the marriage take place.

John sees all heaven getting excited about the wedding. Jesus, the groom, is prepared. He has given His very life for the bride. As each seal in the book is opened, the bride's preparations move forward, step after step. Beasts must be overcome, trials must be endured. The purpose of it all is to prepare for the great day when the bride will be ready, in every detail. Then Jesus will marry His blood-bought bride, the church - you and me!

We are that bride, dressed in the robes of righteousness He gave us, eager to be with our beloved Jesus forever.

Insight: We look in vain in revelation for a timetable of this world's end. Only God knows that moment. May we be ready for that day!