Do you like weddings? Do you like to see the bride dressed in a beautiful gown? Do you like seeking the groom all dressed up and anxiously awaiting his bride? What parts of the ceremony are you favorites? What do you remember of your wedding?
Weddings can be very beautiful. We see the bride looking as beautiful as model in a magazine. The groom is handsome in his tuxedo or suit and would wring his hands if it weren’t for being told a million times not to do that. The young couple want to both enjoy the ceremony and for it to be over with.
Unfortunately, some of our weddings have become more about the pomp and circumstance than the couple. We put more effort into ensuring all the decorations are just right than ensuring the couple is prepared for marriage. Add to that the reception that is all about celebrating, while giving no blessing.
When Rebekah agreed to go with Isaac’s servant to be his wife, her mother and brother first ensured she was willing to go. Once they were sure, they blessed her. It was no mere, “Go with our blessing.” It was a blessing that she would be the mother of a nation and that her offspring would overcome their foes. In other words, they blessed her with a blessing of extreme bounty and prosperity. It was not some frivolous blessing, but a blessing that was well meant and well thought out.
Weddings are not the only time we should bless our children and siblings. We should bless them every opportunity we have. We should think about what blessing they need and how to give that blessing to them. Blessing others can have a significant impact on both those being blessed and those giving the blessing.
I pray we all look for opportunities to bless others. I pray we think through giving a blessing. I pray each one of us bless our family members and receive a blessing ourselves. Look for opportunities to bless. Bless your children. Bless your siblings. Think about blessing.
Genesis 24:58 And they called Rebekah, and said to her, “Will you go with this man?” She said, “I will.”
Marty Pressey 