Morning and Evening with Charles Spurgeon March 20 | Morning
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Mar 20, 2026 A morning devotional exploring how the early church affectionately named Christ 'my beloved' and why that title mattered. Reflection on how believers longed for and found consolation in Christ before his incarnation. Celebration of the church’s present joy in Christ and the assurance that nothing can separate believers from his love.
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Church Called Christ My Beloved Before Incarnation
- The church lovingly called Christ 'My beloved' even before His incarnation as an expression of deep spiritual affection.
- Frazer Blaxland notes the ancient church sang this name in joyous seasons, tying it to the imagery of birds, lilies, and the Song of Solomon.
Believers Praise Christ Amid Spiritual Winter
- Saints found reasons to sing of Christ as 'my beloved' even when idolatry had 'withered the garden of the Lord.'
- Blaxland emphasizes believers' consolation in Christ despite not yet seeing His face or His incarnate glory.
Christ's Love Is Unbreakable and Preeminent
- In the church's 'summer days' believers call Jesus 'very precious' and 'distinguished among ten thousand,' expressing assurance in His unmatched worth.
- Blaxland links this affection to the apostle's declaration that nothing can separate us from Christ's love.