Paul, the Apostle, once wrote a letter to his Christian friends in Corinth about the nature of true love. Hear his words as they are found in 1 Corinthians 13 (TEV): Love is patient and kind; it is not jealous or conceited or proud; love is not ill-mannered or selfish or irritable; love does not keep a record of wrongs; love is not happy with evil, but is happy with the truth. Love never gives up; and its faith, hope, and patience never fail. Love is eternal.
"Love" -- what a world of meanings there are in that one word. You said that word to each other, (Bride) and (Groom), and look what happened! Here you are, ready to commit yourselves to a lifetime of loving one another. We are excited for you! Here are all these friends and family to cheer you on and encourage you as you begin this n…