Is there any end to the selection of fad diets, cosmetic procedures and anti-aging products boasting an endless array of false promises? Recently Pamela Anderson said, “Anti-aging is a lie. Things change and if you can find a sense of humor in it, it’s better.” I have often believed the world’s perception of beauty to be in drastic opposition to God’s.

There is a bride whose beauty is unmatched, and the secret of her beauty is her groom. In chapter 4 of the Song of Songs the groom declares, “How beautiful you are my darling, how beautiful you are! Your eyes are like dove’s behind your veil.” This is how the King of kings, Jesus Christ, looks upon His blood washed bride which is His church. He adds that there is no blemish in her and pursues her saying, “Come with me.” There isn’t any makeup masking which she has applied, but only what He has done, that makes this bride most attractive. The sacrifice of Himself on the cross, when accepted by grace through faith, is what has made her perfectly pure, and beautiful.

The irony is, the few numbers of those who care to commune with Him in quiet places of calm and consolation. Queen Esther was petrified to appear unannounced before her husband King Ahasuerus who could order anyone’s head cut off in a heartbeat. How relieved she was when the king extended his scepter, granting her entrance to the throne room.

Just one sin remaining on me would be cause for me to be thrown from the presence of Christ, but His scepter has been extended with all love, joy and acceptance.

Solomon noted they had dove’s eyes for each other. Doves mate for life and spend practically all their time together. Christ longs for His bride to practice His presence, practically all the time. His scepter is extended as He calls us to commune. Has He honestly captured your heart?

Galatians 4:6
Pastor Huck