In this episode of The Epic Journey Podcast, Sonny and Cindy discuss and define what the epic and heroic journey of marriage means. Your marriage is epic and heroic and you were created to be heroes and warriors as you live out Gods plan for your marriage. Be encouraged and strengthened as you learn more of Gods word and take the next steps into the wilderness, one step at a time.
Our 2B1 Life Marriage Manifesto begins with this statement of belief:
We believe that marriage is an epic and heroic journey through the wilderness with God while we are here on this earth.
We believe the journey doesn’t stop when we are done on earth, but the journey is directing us heavenward.
Philippians 3:14 I press on to the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.
Merriam/Webster Dictionary
Epic - Essential Meaning of epic
1 : a long poem that tells the story of a hero's adventures Homer's ancient Greek epic "The Odyssey"
2 : a long book, movie, etc., that usually tells a story about exciting events or adventures
Ephesians 2:10 For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared ahead of time for us to do. Holman Christian Standard Bible
The word workmanship in the original Greek is the word poeima. The word poeima means “that which is made, something fashioned, crafted together, someone's’ workmanship, as in a masterpiece.”
From poeima, comes the word poem and poetry.
You dear friends, are Gods’ poem, Gods’ masterpiece.
You are epic.
Isaiah 43:1 Now this is what the Lord says, the one who created you, O Jacob, and The One who formed you, Israel – “Do not fear; for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name; YOU ARE MINE.
So, we would expand the definition of epic to say that we have each been uniquely created by God to be His Epic Poem (of heroic adventures) and masterpiece.
Definition of hero
(Entry 1 of 3)
1a : a mythological or legendary figure often of divine descent endowed with great strength or ability
b : an illustrious warrior
c : a person admired for achievements and noble qualities
d : one who shows great courage
Joshua 1:9 God is speaking to Joshua and encouraging him in His leadership and the battle he is getting ready to live out….
Haven’t I commanded you: be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
The word Heroic describes the hero as strong and courageous.
The definition of heroic is: of or relating to courageous people
Gals…..you are married to a hero!
You are married to a champion!
You are married to the one designed by God and a masterpiece!!!
Partnering with God, with each other, and with others that are like minded, believers seeking Gods best for your marriage is heroic.
Journey
: something suggesting travel or passage from one place to another
Our marriage is designed to be an unstoppable force for good through this journey through the wilderness and heavenward!!!
Genesis 2:18
Then the Lord God said, “It is not good for man to be alone. I will make a helper corresponding to Him.”
I found a great article about this by Mikella VanDyke, chasingsacred.com, The true definition of the word Helpmate, and she does a great job at explaining
