Message to the Bride

I heard a story about a friend of the bride who was not able to attend the wedding, so he sent a card of greeting, which was read at the reception after the ceremony. It should have included the reference 1 John 4:18 -

"There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear".

However the "1" in 1 John was accidentally omitted. So a Bible was fetched and the best man read out the verse on the card -- John 4:18,

"The fact is, you have had five husbands, and the man you now have is not your husband".

Scripture is meaningful, but only when it is appropriate. Satan used scripture while trying to tempt Jesus, but Jesus was able to recognize that the verses he used were quoted out of context.

When used properly, though, the Word of God "is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work." (2 Timothy 3:16-17, NIV).

"A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver." (Proverbs 25:11).

May God's Word speak to you in a meaningful way today.

Prayer

Dear Father in heaven, we praise your name. We are thankful that you gave us your word as a guide and comfort in our life. Help us, that we may always seek to use your word as you intended. Grant us the wisdom to correctly apply your reveiled will in our life. Be with us as we seek to turn from our own way choose to live our life according to your way. We are thankful that Jesus came to show us the way. It is in HIS name that we pray. Amen

By Alan Smith, Used by Permission.