I encourage you to read Ezekiel 16:1-14 which is an allegory of how God redeemed Israel and took her as His bride. Actually he is addressing Jerusalem who the was the heart and true representation of Israel. He begins by saying that she was not from a great race, and she was rejected at birth. She was living in her filth, and naked. Then God passed by and saw her plight and took her in and cared for her. He washed the filth off of her and clothed her. Then God spread a corner of His garment over her which was an act of redemption as well as an act of marriage. (See Deut. 25:5-10 & Ruth 3:9) He took her as His wife and give her the best of everything. He made her beautiful and she became renowned among the nations.
This allegory also depicts the church. It portrays God's love and grace. It depicts the sinful state of man and his fallen state. Before Christ redeemed us, we were illegitimate children. We were despised, wretched and rejected. We were castaways on the sea of life. We lived in our filth or sinfulness. Yet, Christ took us in. He nurtured us and made us His own. He clothed us with righteousness and made us beautiful. He gave us honor and glory.
Thank you Lord for all that you have done for us. Thank you Lord for your grace and mercy.
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