THE SONG OF THE BRIDE

The feast of Rosh Hashana begins at Sundown today and lasts for two days.  In ancient times, it was called the "Very Long Day."  Many Believers look to the Fall Feasts of the Lord as both the Time of Jacob's Trouble and the Wedding Day of the Messiah, because this Feast--the Feast of Trumpets--is the Day on which the "Last Trump" will be sounded, proclaiming the long-awaited Rapture of Messiah's Bride.

"In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye,  
at the last trump: 
the shofar  shall sound ... 
and we shall be changed." ~ 1st Cor. 15:52

The Virtuous Woman is called to keep her oil lamp trimmed and be ready for whatever season her Heavenly Bridegroom returns.  This is a figurative way of saying she should keep watch over her heart, her mind, her family and her household, so that Day does not catch her unawares.  Be vigilant and contending for the truth. Trusting always in the Holy Spirit, given as our engagement ring at the betrothal of the Bridegroom when we first believed.  And while the world celebrates with apples and honey and greetings of L'shanah Tovah (a sweet new year), the Virtuous Woman remembers her calling and her destiny:  She is the Bride of His Desire.
  

     Listen to her love song to her Messiah Bridegroom as she waits:

              Produced, composed and performed by Janet McBride

THE VIRTUOUS WOMAN'S APPROACH TO 9-11

 The 11th anniversary of Sept 11, 2001 is coming to a close.  How do you feel?  Sad?  Remorseful?  Drained? Fearful?   I daresay that if you followed any of the high-profile observances of this day, you are not feeling good, uplifted, hopeful or empowered.  All of this leads me to question "Why do we continue to remember this event with negative emotional energy; monumental structures; costly airfare to "be there"; time off from productive work; songs of sadness; etc. etc. etc.?  What would Messiah do?  The most devastating event in human history--the turning point which changed global calendars forever--His death and resurrection is observed with rejoicing and celebration.  So where is the disconnect?

Virtuous Women are cognizant that tragedy and heartbreak are part of life.  Whether or not you had a loved one who died on 9-ll, you have had tragedy.  Someone you know, someone you loved has died and the pain of loss is real to you.  What does our Book of Wisdom counsel us to do in times of difficulty, loss and grief?  Predictably, it is 180 degrees opposite of what the world does!  Here are some concepts to consider on this most auspicious day ...

"... This one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before us."  ~ Philippians 3:13

"Brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report; if there be any virtue and if there be any praise, think on these things." ~ Philippians 4:8

"But we do not want you to be uninformed, brethren, about those who have died, so that you will not grieve as do the rest who have no hope.  For we believe that Christ died and rose again, and those who died in Him will God bring with Him when He comes again." ~ 1st Thessalonians 4:13-14

"And when these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption is near."  ~ Luke 21:28

Sept 11, 2001 OR The Great Tribulation?

Thus, we are not to sorrow in this day or even remember the day with sadness and remorse.  We are called to FORGET the tragedy of the day, but remember those who have passed on ahead of us with the blessed hope of seeing them again.  When September 11, 2013 rolls around, consider a celebration in the Messiah Who paid the ultimate price of death and resurrection and the promise of His soon return with our beloved ones who've gone before.  There is a greater tragedy coming... a time more horrible than the Earth has ever known... will you be ready?   B'shem Y'shua ha M'shiach