33. Jesus' Bride

Yonatan looked back at the globe and as he looked intently and with concentration he could see a few lights walking like Jesus on the earth-a few people really dedicated to following Him and allowing Him to work through them. He shook his head as he realized that of the eight billion people only a very small number of lights were left. How very sad.

"Let Me show you something that will liberate you even more. Look closely at those lights." Yonatan kept looking at the faint, glittering lights. And as he did, he noticed something he hadn't seen before; their lights were going up into the atmosphere. He kept on looking and could see their lights extending beyond the stars and the galaxies until finally he saw what Father wanted him to see. They were connected with His Kingdom. Every step they took on earth, they took in His Kingdom too. Yonatan once again marveled at the goodness of God. They were literally living as part of His Kingdom now already. It was not something for just someday, but the here and now. And as they walked on earth, all benefits and privileges associated with His Kingdom was theirs too. Both worlds were connected in a unique and special way. These people were literally not part of this world anymore. They were almost like aliens roaming on a planet that wasn't their own. And because they were, the concerns of this planet didn't faze them at all. Riches and fame weren't their primary concern, stress melted away and future plans intertwined with God's. This planet literally wasn't their home anymore. All that mattered now was His Kingdom and the advancement of it. And during their lives, His Kingdom started to manifest on the earth through them and all around them. They were walking in blessings, in grace, in His love.

Then the scenery started to change. All those lights in His Kingdom started to dance and ignite. They danced in utter delight, moving in unison as one. Twirling, moving, and worshipping as one. The lights twinkled, alive and full of zest. In their movement, they started to merge, and from within them a flawless figure surfaced. The lights danced and spiraled around her; like stars they took on different shapes and colors, spiraling like galaxies in utter delight. The figure started to transform, shapes were realigned, and out of the light an exquisite beauty emerged. She was unparalleled in splendor, her grace and poise from out of this world. She was dressed in a flowing white robe, glistening in the light, cascading a kaleidoscope of colors. Her poise portrayed royalty, her smile the sun. She stood proud, not in an arrogant way, but knowing who she was. Her stamp of authority materialized, and she stepped elegantly forward. Angels gathered around her. She was gracious in her tenure, filled with respect for them. The angels were indescribable, yet they were merely an adoring crowd supporting her, clearly caring for her, ready to attend to her every need. She smiled at them and thanked them for their help. They bowed slightly before her, and she returned the gesture. She smiled kindly, but her smile broadened as she noticed Someone approaching her. Her eyes softened and clear adoration was unveiled. She clearly forgot all about the angels with her; her attention was captivated. She started walking toward Him. Light danced and glimmering flickers surrounded each step she took, all the while looking in front of her, her smile igniting as she stopped. Jesus was standing in front of her.

He had a golden crown on His head and a golden sash proclaiming that He was King of kings and Lord of lords. He was the embodiment of royalty, the Lord of authority, having the universe in His hands. He had only eyes for her. His smile ignited as He extended His hand toward her. Lovingly she took His hand and, as she did, the orchestra of all time started to play. Heavenly music danced through the expanse, encircling them in utter delight. In a moment, they were surrounded by the whole host of angels. They stood in a circle around the two and all of them stared at them in adoration. Jesus and His wife started to dance on the beat of the music. He took her affectionately in His arms, and together they moved as graceful as swans across the floor. As their feet touched the ground, light escalated, and colors exploded. Sparks were flying between them and all around them. They moved as one, deeply in love. Their eyes were locked in unison; their dedication to one another unmistakable. Everyone was mesmerized by this dance of love. It was the epitome of all that was good, all that was intended with love. The music consumed them. Their feet moved in such unison, their minds were one, and there was no one else in the world except them. Nothing else mattered, nothing else was important, only the love they had for one another. They were one, and no one was going to separate them ever again. In His arms she was safe, in His arms she was alive, in His arms she was who she was supposed to be. In His arms she could be herself, and He loved her. Forever they would be as one. They had eternity to spend together. He had eternity to show her so many things. They were smitten, eyes only for one another. It was the most beautiful sight in the world. Jesus and His wife dancing as one, transformed into one, one in thought, one in mind, one in love.

 

(Excerpt from God's Answer by Ilze Henderson)

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