Gracious Father,
We come before You, recognizing the profound mystery woven into the fabric of marriage. Just as Christ’s love for His Church transcends time and space, so does the love between husband and wife.
Lord, we lift up every couple who stands at the threshold of this holy covenant. May they embrace their roles with reverence and grace:
Husbands: Teach them to be shepherds, not rulers. May they lead with humility, cherishing their wives as Christ cherishes the Church. May their love be sacrificial, laying down self for the sake of their beloved.
Wives: Grant them strength and wisdom. May their submission be a beautiful dance of trust, not weakness. May they honor their husbands, recognizing the divine order within marriage—a reflection of Your design.
Both: Bind their hearts together with cords of kindness. May mutual respect and selflessness be the foundation of their union. May they serve one another, recognizing that in serving, they mirror Your love.
Lord, we ask for Your grace to permeate their days. When storms arise, may they find refuge in Your arms. When joy abounds, may they celebrate as one. May their love be a testament to Your faithfulness.
And in the quiet moments, when the world fades away, may they hear Your whisper: “This is my beloved; this is my delight.”
In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.