By Emeka Chiaghanam
Marriage is a legal union between a man and a woman, ordained by God, not by humans or any other entity. The concept of marriage is rooted in the Bible, which serves as the foundational source and guiding law where others draw from for a successful married life.
Pastor
Emeka Ezenwa of Living Faith Church Worldwide (Winners Chapel International),
Mbaukwu, Awka South LGA, made this statement at Living Faith Church Ezira,
Orumba South LGA, during the holy matrimony of Mr. Okechukwu Josiah Okoli and
Miss Shalom Chidiogo Azolike.
In his
homily, titled, ‘Dominating Through Stable Marital And Family Life,’ Pastor
Ezenwa described marriage as a lifelong commitment, an institution from which
one never graduates. He explained that the Bible provides principles and laws
that govern marriage. For a marriage to work, he stated, the wife should be
submissive to the husband, and the husband should love the wife, according to
the Bible.
He
maintained that, according to divine purpose, God designed the wife to be a
helper who meets the husband's needs, aiding him in fulfilling his role as the
head of the family. She is meant to be a helpmeet, assisting the man in
multiplying and achieving their shared purpose.
Advising
the couple, he said, “Marriage is for companionship, for help, and for making
life easier. It is for lifting each other up and ensuring you remain strong.
Marriage is for multiplication, perpetual victory, coexistence, and for the
production of godly offspring."
“For a
successful married life, understanding is key. You should involve your spouse
in what you are doing, be supportive of each other, engage in effective
communication, and avoid keeping secrets, as anything hidden will not help the
marriage. Additionally, always express love to each other,” he stated.
Pastor
Ezenwa while declaring marriage to be good, honorable, and full of blessings
urged singles not to marry out of desperation but to wait upon God, who will
surely bless them with the desires of their hearts.
The
groom, Mr. Okechukwu Josiah Okoli, expressed his joy and gratitude, saying, “I
feel truly blessed. What I have been looking forward to has finally come to
pass. I am super excited to be married to my amazing wife and trust God for a
glorious home. From the pastor’s message, I learned the importance of loving my
wife, taking responsibility, caring for her, and communicating effectively. With
God's help, I will excel in these.”
The
bride, now Mrs. Shalom Chidiogo Okoli, expressed her joy and gratitude. "I
feel blessed and excited that the day I prayed and prepared for has finally
come to pass. My prayer and expectation for this marriage are God's blessings,
fruitfulness, peace, joy, and the fulfillment of His purpose in our
lives."
Pastor
Ezekiel Julius, the resident pastor of Living Faith Church Ezira, imparted his
blessings upon the marriage, earnestly praying for God's continuous favour and
prosperity to grace their lives. He invoked divine blessings to enrich their
journey together, ensuring their union thrives under God's steadfast guidance
and provision.
Pastor
Miracle Nwakaeze, a Pastor of Living Faith Church Worldwide and an in-law, joyously
conveyed his blessings. He prayed fervently for the couple's marriage to be
grounded in God's principles, serving as a shining example to others. His
heartfelt wishes were for their union to thrive in love, faith, and mutual
respect, fostering a harmonious and enduring partnership under divine guidance.
Mrs. Ogechukwu Nwakaeze, the groom’s elder sister, expressed her happiness that the wedding had become a reality. She prayed for the couple to live in a happy union, with their paths continually blessed. She prayed for their marriage to progress from glory to glory, becoming an example for others to emulate. She also prayed that God would bless them with the fruit of the womb.
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