Brethren, these verses point to a very specific time and a very specific group of individuals who have been called in an order only God Himself has already determined.
Within that we need to fully appreciate the very special relationship that we have been called to have with Him now in order that we can fully appreciate the very special training that God is providing to a very carefully selected handful compared to all who will ever live.
If we are to get the most out of this time here this week, as well as throughout this short lifetime we live, we must understand the distinct and priceless gift that we have been given right now. We are preparing to be Christ's helpmate for eternity and a living witness of the perfecting work that only God can do through Jesus Christ.
Within the metaphor of Ronald Reagan's commencement address at The Citadel, we are preparing to pass the rope when needed through the careful preparation of God's Word and all the little decisions that we have been trained to make in faith, especially during this holy time of God's Feast of Tabernacles. We are being trained to pass the rope to the people who will come after us in God's order, who are not in the same position we are being trained to be the bride of Christ.
