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Constancy of Devotion
Ephesians 5:20–33 not only points to the demanding nature of commitment needed by a husband and wife to make a marriage work, it also concludes with these sweeping words: “I speak concerning Christ and the church” (v. 32)!
The concept of true faith in Christ, and His faithful commitment to His own, is inextricably linked throughout God’s Word to the figure of a faithful, growing marriage. Jesus communicated this idea in His parable of the returning bridegroom (see Matt. 25:1–3). His use of the figure fills the bridegroom/bride relationship with more than passion—the central issue is fidelity to a promise on the groom’s part and constancy of devotion on the bride’s. The message: Time can dampen fervor, but true love transcends emotion and remains committed.
The Leading Edge
Ephesians 5:20–33 not only points to the demanding nature of commitment needed by a husband and wife to make a marriage work, it also concludes with these sweeping words: “I speak concerning Christ and the church” (v. 32)!
The concept of true faith in Christ, and His faithful commitment to His own, is inextricably linked throughout God’s Word to the figure of a faithful, growing marriage. Jesus communicated this idea in His parable of the returning bridegroom (see Matt. 25:1–3). His use of the figure fills the bridegroom/bride relationship with more than passion—the central issue is fidelity to a promise on the groom’s part and constancy of devotion on the bride’s. The message: Time can dampen fervor, but true love transcends emotion and remains committed.
The Leading Edge
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Pastor Jack Hayford points the way to the life-changing pathway of praise. No matter how you feel, praise will shape what your experiences will become. When doubts come, praise God that His Word will never fail you. When fears taunt, praise God that His presence never leaves you. When questions arise, praise God that His wisdom holds every answer. Praise leads you to the One who assures peace beyond strife, hope beyond trial, joy beyond sorrow, and life beyond all.
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We would like to thank Pastor Jack Hayford for providing this devotional. For more information, please visit: www.jackhayford.org
