The Mystery and Holiness of the Marriage Relationship

August 16, 2020

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Key Scriptures

• Ephesians 5:21-33 (MSG)
• Matthew 25:1-12
• Luke 14:16-24
• Revelation 19:6-9

Key Points

• Mystery: any truth that is unknowable except by divine revelation.
• We are created. We are made. And therefore, we are owned. We are not our own, we are bought and paid for by the blood of Jesus!
• Jesus said: I know longer call you servants, but I call you friends!
• A price was paid for the bride.
• The groom goes to his father’s house to prepare a place.
• The bride prepares for her groom’s return.
• When the groom finishes the room, the father decides when it is time to return to the bride.

Discussion Questions

1. Reflect on the Galilean marriage customs. How does the process help you understand the price that Jesus has paid for you?
2. How do you see your relationship with Jesus? Teacher? Master? Friend?
3. As the bride of Christ, how should we be preparing for His return?