Marriage Commitment

May 30, 2013 by Jim and Jerolyn Bogear

Reports show that June is the most popular month for weddings. As we enter into the month of June, once again let’s talk more than just weddings. Let’s look at the marriage. I am privileged to perform wedding ceremonies. I enjoy the process of the pre-marital counseling; getting to know the couple better, invest in their lives and the commitment of their lives together as a married couple. We discuss a variety of topics in preparation for the marriage. The wedding is such a wonderful day and celebration but it’s only the beginning of the marriage. The day is important, specifically in the vows that are about to be spoken and made, the lifelong commitment — the covenant of the marriage relationship. Here are some things I like to share with the couple on that special day. These also apply to all of us who desire to someday be married, as well as, remind those of us who may have made those vows years ago. I trust these words will challenge you, inspire you to renew your commitment to one another, and live out those wedding vows. How is your marriage? How are you doing in your commitment to one another in love, honor, respect and cherish? Are you living out the vows you made to be the best you can be for your spouse?

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