A wedding ceremony is such a special moment. It's the start of a brand new chapter, and finding the right words to capture the joy, commitment, and promise of the day is so important. We've gathered these Bible verses to help.
These scriptures are perfect readings for a wedding ceremony, full of God's wisdom on love, unity, and building a life together. Whether you are looking for something short and sweet or a classic passage, we hope you find the perfect one for the ceremony.
Short Wedding Verses
Classic Wedding Readings
Let Us Pray
God, thank you so much for bringing this amazing person into my life.
I'm so happy and excited to be getting married, and I want our ceremony to be a reflection of our commitment to each other and to you.
As I look for the right verses for our wedding, please guide me.
Help me find the words that feel true for us.
More than just for the ceremony, I pray that you would be the center of our marriage from day one.
Help us to always be patient with each other, to forgive, and to build a life together that is full of your joy and peace.
Amen.
Your wedding day is just the beginning. As you build your new life together, these verses can be a strong foundation to come back to again and again. They are powerful reminders of the commitment you've made and the God who is holding you together.
We hope these scriptures help make your ceremony beautiful and meaningful. If this list was helpful, please share it with another couple!
You can also explore our main Ultimate Guide to Bible Verses About Love for more.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good short Bible verse for a wedding invitation?
Song of Solomon 2:16 ("My beloved is mine, and I am his") is a beautiful, short, and popular choice. Proverbs 18:22 ("He who finds a wife finds a good thing") is also a wonderful, positive option.
Which book of the Bible is best for wedding readings?
You can find beautiful verses in many books, but Proverbs and Ephesians are two of the best. Proverbs is full of wisdom for building a life together (like Proverbs 3:3-4). Ephesians gives a clear and beautiful picture of what a patient, loving, and unified partnership looks like (like Ephesians 4:32).
What about the verses on "wives submitting" I've heard about?
That's a very common question, as those verses are near some of these. The main theme of the entire passage is mutual respect. That's why we included Ephesians 5:21 ("Submitting to one another") in this list. It sets the stage for a partnership where both people humbly love and serve each other.
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