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Oct Newsletter: Union with Christ, A Marriage That Points to Grace

Published 19 days ago • 2 min read • Monthly Newsletter

Seeing Our Marriage - and Our Salvation - in a New Light

Dear Friends,

Although our marriage is far from perfect, the honesty and authenticity we experience in our relationship can offer a helpful way to reflect on our union with Christ.

In his article “Union with Christ: The Sum of Our Salvation,” Bill Kynes helps us understand not only the nature of salvation, but also how the image of marriage can help us reflect on our relationship with Christ. He writes:

"In a marriage the couple assumes a new identity, no longer as individuals but as a couple. Their happiness and their sorrows are joined to one another inextricably. Marriage also has legal aspects, and so it is in our relationship with Christ. When we are joined to him, he assumes the debt of our sin, taking it upon himself and bearing it away, and we share his righteousness. God sees us not as isolated individuals, but through the lens of our marriage relationship with Christ. In union with Christ we are presented as a beautiful bride in the sight of God."

As we reflect on the imperfections in our marriage, we’re reminded of the depth of God’s grace, mercy, and love, made known through Jesus Christ and the work of the Holy Spirit.

We hope this article encourages you as much as it has encouraged us. We hear the message of salvation often, but each reminder of this wonderful gift can deepen our connection with Christ. It can also help us see our marriage in a new light—as we consider it in the light of Christ.

Let’s keep journeying with Christ Jesus.

Grace and peace,

Rey & Annie

OCTOBER AT A GLANCE

Blog Series

  • (Oct 6) Slow Down, Draw Near: Making Room for God and One Another
  • (Oct 13) Choose Peace: Learning When to Speak and When to Let Go in Marriage
  • (Oct 20) Stronger Through the Struggle: Turning Marital Hardship into Shared Growth
  • (Oct 27) Hope That Holds Us: Trusting God Through Every Season of Marriage

Blog Series Podcast

Available every Monday through Friday

  • (Oct 5) Accepting Ourselves
  • (Oct 12) Passing the Peace
  • (Oct 19) Spreading the Good News About Spouse
  • (Oct 26) Safe at Home

Coffee, Tea & Testimonies with Rey & Annie

Available every Saturday at 9AM-PST.

  • (Oct 3) Talking Like Friends Again
  • (Oct 10) Us Against Problem, Not Against Each Other
  • (Oct 17) Are We Married or Just Managing Life?
  • (Oct 24) When Peace Is More Than Keeping Quiet
  • (Oct 31) Small Steps, Stronger Us

Please note that our podcast schedule may change from time to time as ministry needs arise. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility. We’ll share any updates in our weekly newsletter, so be sure to catch up there.

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