Between figuring out who to invite, what to wear, and where to have the reception, you likely have your hands full planning your wedding. With everything else that's going on, it can be easy to lose sight of what the day is really all about: The special union between you and your partner. You may already be thinking about wedding Bible verses to include in the big day — whether you want wedding scripture printed on your invitations, relationship Bible verses in your vows, or Bible verses about love read aloud by family members and friends at the ceremony. To help narrow your search, we've rounded up 25 of the most popular Bible verses for weddings right here.
When you walk down the aisle and recite your wedding vows, you'll say lots of things: love, honor, cherish. You're promising that, no matter what the years ahead may bring, you'll walk through this big, scary world together as partners. Which Bible verses ring true to that messaging?
For couples who want their faith to be a part of their wedding, whether big or small, these powerful and timeless love quotes from the Bible are perfect. Reinforce your faith alongside your new spouse and in front of all your loved ones there to witness your marriage by reading these comforting words aloud at your wedding ceremony. You can even frame your favorite verse to display in your newlywed home as a meaningful reminder of the big day.
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“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails...”
The Message: In a world full of endless uncertainties, love is the one constant guiding us through. And, we have to treat love like it truly is sacred.
“Hatred stirs up conflict, but love covers over all wrongs.”
The Message: Even in the darkest of times, turning to each other — instead of away — will get us through any adversity. Lean on each other.
“And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love.”
The Message: Having these three things in your life — faith, hope, and love — is important, but love is still the most important thing.
“Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good.”
The Message: Just a good reminder for how love can't be in vain and that you can't let the hate and evil penetrate that. Hold onto what's good in your life.
“There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. We love because he first loved us.”
The Message: Regardless of what life throws at you — that can make you scared or anxious — we have to remember that there is comfort in love. Seek refuge in your spouse, just as you do in God.
“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.”
The Message: Neither you or your spouse will ever be perfect, and to that end, neither will your marriage. But respect, forgiveness, and compromise will go a long way — and lead you both back to a place of love.
“Set me as a seal upon your heart, as a seal upon your arm, for love is strong as death, jealousy is fierce as the grave. Its flashes are flashes of fire, the very flame of the LORD. Many waters cannot quench love, neither can floods drown it. If a man offered for love all the wealth of his house, he would be utterly despised.”
The Message: The covenant two people enter into when they marry is sacred and forever binding. To think of our spouse’s love as a seal upon our hearts is to remember the sincerity of the vows we take.
“So they are no longer two, but one. Therefore what God has joined together, let man not separate.”
The Message: The bond of marriage brings two hearts together in ways unseen. Even when we are at our weakest, we can find strength in each other.
“I hold you in my heart, for we have shared together God’s blessings.”
The Message: Those who enter into the sacrament of marriage don’t just create a bond with each other, but with God. We need only look around to see the everyday miracles He has brought our way.
“I thank God every time I remember you. I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel.”
The Message: We never walk alone when we have a partner by our side, navigating life’s twists and turns right along with us.
“With all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace."
The Message: When life challenges us, we much reach inside ourselves and call upon our greatest virtues to create a balance of love and harmony.
“And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity."
The Message: Love is the supreme attribute — the one thing we all long for from others, and long to give. When we embrace this, our differences melt away.
“Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up. Also, if two lie down together, they will keep warm. But how can one keep warm alone?"
The Message: Nothing can match the strength we find in a good partnership. We lift one another when we’re down, accept help when we need it, and find ourselves stronger for it in the end.
“My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you."
The Message: This simple, yet sweet missive is a reminder that God’s love is all encompassing, and meant to teach us how to love each other.
“No one has ever seen God; but if we love one another, God lives in us and his love is made complete in us.”
The Message: Just as our faith in God is unwavering, so too should our faith be in each other.
“Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.”
The Message: You have to invest and commit to your partner as much — if not more — than yourself.
“A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies.”
The Message: Husbands, take note. This verse honors the wife of this union in such a solid way.
“As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.”
The Message: Live your life simply — together. Don’t get caught up in shallow, petty things. Be humble, patient, and gentle with yourselves and each other.
“Love yesterday, today, and forever.”
The Message: This one is applicable if you or your family have gone through challenging times. This verse reminds that even those negative things can’t stop the love you have for your partner.
“So she became his wife, and he loved her.”
The Message: What a sweet and simple Bible verse. When it comes to love, it’s as simple as finding your wife, marrying her, and just loving her.
“Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.”
The Message: Draw inspiration from the Lord, and surrender fully to the love you have for your wife. This could also mean that you may have to give up old habits in the past out of respect for your marriage.
“Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.”
The Message: Basically, marriage is work. It won’t always come easily, but you have to put effort into it.
“Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another, for whoever loves others has fulfilled the law.”
The Message: There’s no such thing as too much love. Love with all of your heart to the point that it’s pouring out of you.
“Place me like a seal over your heart, like a seal on your arm. For love is as strong as death, its jealousy as enduring as the grave. It burns like blazing fire, like a mighty flame.”
The Message: Love is a powerful thing. And, your faith will protect your love and your marriage.
"Do everything in love."
The Message: Make love your driving force in everything that you do.
Ysolt Usigan
Ysolt Usigan is a lifestyle writer and editor with 15+ years of experience working in digital media.
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