Ps. 44, 45 [The Messagee]

I have read and sung this Psalm for many years and never understood it in this manner. That’s one of the blessings of using a fresh paraphrase like “The Message.”

Marriage is an earthly relationship that teaches us about God’s love for us. It is also essential for procreation. (GOD LOVES CHILDREN!) For instance, husbands are instructed to love their wives AS Christ loves the Church. His love for us, The Church, is the pinnacle expression of love in action. He loved us so much that He GAVE HIMSELF for us. Love is giving. Jesus shows us what that looks like.

In Heaven, we will celebrate The Marriage Supper of the Lamb. God will put on a feast to outdo any other EVER. Fathers are happy when their children get married! They put on a nice, big feast.

Can’t wait!