Have you ever watched the television program "Once Upon A Time"? If you said yes, you're now my best friend. If you said no, do yourself a favor and watch it on Neflix ASAP. This series is based on the beloved fairly tales we all know and cherish, but with a creative twist. We can see a side of them we have never seen before. And it's AWESOME!
The first episode opens with the classic happy ending of Snow White being awakened by her Prince Charming with true love's kiss. After the spell is broken, Snow White takes a breath of fresh air, looks deep into her prince's eyes and says, "You found me." Charming replies, "Did you ever doubt I would?" "Truthfully, the glass coffin gave me pause." "Well, you never have to worry. I will always find you." Swoon.
Don't you just love it?! What makes me adore this story so incredibly much? Why I am so consumed with Prince Charmings and lovely princesses living happily ever after? How is it that all I want to do is put on a ball gown and tiara and be the belle of the ball?
Because God designed my heart to long for romance.
Our love of "love" is wired into us! We have a captivating soul that yearns for the romantic love of our knight in shining armor. Oh, how true it is. But think about it, we are made in the image of God. Our hearts are modeled after His heart. Therefore,
Our God is a romantic God.
What?!
Yes, He is! He wants to romance you with Himself and glory and splendor of His creation. As His church, we are the bride of Christ and He is our husband.
"For your Maker is your husband,
The LORD of hosts is His name;
And your Redeemer is the Holy One of Israel;
He is called the God of the whole earth."
{Isaiah 54:5, NKJV}
He is your Lover! Your Savior loves you in a deep, intimate way. He pulls you in and invites you to delight in a divine romance.
"God delights in revealing himself to those who will seek him with all their hearts. He is an extravagant, abundant Lover, and he loves to reveal his heart to us again and again."
{"Captivating" by John and Stasi Eldredge}
He is pursuing you daily. Ask Him, "Lord, how are you romancing me?" and you will begin to be romanced by your Creator in ways you never thought were possible. For me, I swoon over the sky. When I see a breathtaking sunset or a stunning sunrise, I know it's for me. He is pulling at my heart strings. It's almost as if He leaves a rose on your doorstep or a note on your car. Friends, He LOVES you in a fierce, passion way.
Jesus is the original Prince Charming who fights for His bride and even gave His life for her. This is the best fairy tale ever; it's a true story that we have the privilege of living! It is a true "Once Upon A Time".
Love you all!
