Sample White Bible Ceremony

It is okay to write the wording for your own White Bible Ceremony based on the sample wording below or you can use the sample as is.

The flowers should be presented to the bride-to-be. As she receives each flower, she will create a bouquet in her hand. The groom-to-be can help her tie it together when the ribbon is presented. Then he can hold the bouquet as the White Bible is presented to her.

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We are so happy that (bride's name) and (groom's name) will soon be joined together as man and wife. We, as your family and friends, congratulate you and wish you all of the happiness and joy you deserve as you begin your new life together.

Today we will be giving you two important things which will help you to form a strong marriage in Christ.

The first item is a bouquet of flowers that we will build, flower by flower. Each flower stands for something that no Christian marriage should be without.

The second item is a Bible. The Bible is the inspired Word of God. Each day, as husband and wife, it is important for you to get into the Word of God, both individually and together as a couple. The answers to all of life's problems are inside this book.

(Present the first red rose.)

A man in love sends red roses on special occasions. Roses symbolize love and unity.

Soon, you will build a new home together. Love will be the foundation of your home. The love that the two of you share is romantic or eros love.

Because you are both Christians, you also have God's love, agape love. This is a patient and unselfish love that comes only from Jesus Christ. This is the kind of love you will need in order for your marriage to survive and thrive.

(Present the yellow rose.)

The yellow rose represents a sincere heart, which you both must have. It also stands for unity. United in Christ, you will grow together as one with sincere love for each other, putting each other's needs ahead of your own.

(Present the second red rose with the white rose.)

The red and white roses together represent unity and passion. Allow Christ to unite the two of you as he is one with his Father. Remember that you will be partners for life so decide now to be united in purpose and in passion.

Talk things over before making hasty decisions. Consult each other. Listen calmly and allow your partner to express his or her emotions. Do not stop communicating openly with each other.

(Present the red carnation.)

This red carnation represents your engagement which was a big decision for both of you. Hopefully, you both prayed to God for guidance in choosing the best possible mate when you started dating. God helped you to make this decision.

You will make many decisions during your marriage. Always remember to pray first and ask God for his divine guidance, not just in the big things, but in all things.

(Present the white carnation.)

This white carnation represents purity. Only Christ can cleanse and purify your hearts and minds from all unrighteousness. Pray often for cleansing so that you are pure in heart as you share your lives.

(Present the greenery.)

This green foliage symbolizes your growth in christ as you share your lives with each other. As you become more spiritually mature in Christ, you will draw closer to each other and your relationship with each other will deepen.

When and if you are given the gift of children, you will show them how to live a godly life.

(Present the ribbon.)

This ribbon is to tie your bouquet together in the same way that your love for each other binds you together.

When you say your marriage vows you will promise to live with each other for better or worse. We ask God's blessings on your marriage for the better. But there will be times when it seems to be for the worse.

During these times, read God's Word, pray, and trust God to lead you through the tough times. He will never leave you or forsake you.

(Present the White Bible)

(Bride's name) and (Groom's name), turn to God's word each day, looking for Divine guidance from your heavenly Father. He will provide you with everything you need for a successful union.

Read the Bible everyday, in good times and in bad, in times of sorrow and in joy, in times of financial success and failure, in times of illness and in health, as your children are born, as you raise them , and as they leave your home as young adults.

Read your White Bible together and pray, expecting the Lord to bless you greatly.

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