Within a six-week period of time, three of our seven grandchildren are getting married. Whew! Congratulations and best wishes and cards and celebrations and cake and beautiful wedding dresses and flowers and sooooooooooooooo much planning. May they all find wedded bliss!

What is wedded bliss? I loved watching THE CHOSEN when Jesus’ first miracle was the episode at the wedding where he changed water into wine.  The depiction was the wedding preparation, the nerves and excitement and of course, wanting everything to go well.  I will admit, it was amazing to watch the episode and appreciate the “fun” that Jesus was sharing with his friends and family. Dancing a circle dance like  “Hava n agila” (let us rejoice”)  was delightful. Receptions can be filled with joy.  The tension is gone, the planning is over and the new couple are beginning their “wedded bliss.” (Certainly, watching The Chosen’s efforts at displaying the first miracle was quite interesting.)

The honeymoon phase, or as some call it “wedded bliss,” does not need to end.  Our Lord loves us so unconditionally that our bliss with Him is truly, never ending….if we stay connected. God is not going anywhere. He never leaves us. Our relationship with Him can be a union of bliss as we turn loose the reins of control and give Him our lives. Walk down the aisle to meet Him.  Find yourself in His comforting embrace of peace and understanding. Hold the beauty of the bouquet of the world of nature He created. Exchanging rings is not necessary with Him.  Tossing rice or birdseed is not necessary, but committing your life to Him is a gift you will savor. May your relationship with our dear Lord bring you the gift of love.

Jill