God bless your heart, Mark, and many thanks for the additional thoughts you supplied. I spent time reading the context of the sections of Scripture you provided. Without question, that enhanced my understanding of the subject.
It is pure joy to see, with increasing clarity, the harmony between the Old and New Testaments, and how the flesh and blood (Israel) foreshadowed the spiritual (church). Yes, the Gospel is the wedding invitation. This is what we communicate to others on behalf of Christ. Truly, it is astounding to think we will be married to Christ for eternity.
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