REDEMPTION

Forty-five days ago, I walked down the aisle to start my life with this wonderful man God has blessed me with. But as the pastor talked about covenant and lifetime commitment, I knew that this was more than that. For me, walking down that aisle represented my long walk towards the promised land, after being drenched by my Savior's powerful blood that not only bought me out of my life-long slavery, but also, as it dripped down to the ground, has washed out my shame-soiled garment clean as white as snow. His wounds has become my healing. His death and resurrection became my life and hope. Behind me was the defeated Egypt -- my land of death, sin, and shame. My Redeemer has proven Himself true to His Word -- He has taken me out of Egypt and has immediately begun His good work of taking the dross of Egypt out of me. 

This was only the beginning. 

Forty-five days ago, I walked down the aisle stretching out my hand to hold the stronger hand that awaited me. Forty-five days ago, I knew my husband and, for the first time, I felt no shame. Forty-five days ago, I felt the freedom in Christ like I've never felt before, leaving me tears of praise.

This was only the beginning for I know Egypt has deeply ingrained itself into my skin. But my hope will be one that would no more falter, for I've known Him who has given me such hope. In time, there would be no trace of Egypt in me for He who began His good work in me shall perfect it until He comes again. His full redemption is set on stone. None of what He has purchased shall be left behind.