A passage in the Bible that has become one of my favorites describes Jesus in a way that popular Christianity has failed to do. He is not feeble "girly man" as depicted in much of the classic art of Christianity. (Pardon the term). He's "the man," a noble king who desires the Church like a man desires his bride.
As you read this, imagine yourself saying this to Him:
King Jesus,
"You are the most handsome of them all.
Gracious words stream from your lips.
God himself has blessed you forever.
Put on your sword, O mighty warrior!
You are so glorious, so majestic!
In your majesty, ride out to victory,
defending truth, humility, and justice.
Go forth and perform awe-inspiring deeds!
Your arrows are sharp, piercing your enemies' hearts.
The nations fall beneath your feet.
Your throne, O God, endures forever and ever.
You rule with a scepter of justice.
You love justice and hate evil.
Therefore God, your God, has anointed you,
pouring out the oil of joy on you more than
on anyone else.
Myrrh, aloes, and cassia perfume your robes.
In ivory palaces the music of strings
entertains you."
Psalm 45: 2-8
And then in verse 10, which can be interpreted as referring to the Church, it says:
"Listen to me, O royal daughter; take heart what I say
Forget your people and your family far away.
For your royal husband delights in your beauty;
honor him, for he is your lord."
Jesus is probably more than what you think about Him.
Keep finding out who He really is.
Keep finding out who He really is.
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