It is good for an old country Baptist to attend a grand party every now and then especially if it is a wedding much like the one at Canaan. My lover and I are at just such an event. Deep in the southern Appalachians, at a grand Scottish Country Club surrounded by beautiful golf courses, stately mansions, and mountainous glory that continually remind you that God’s wealth is unmatchable. Last night was the rehearsal dinner, silver, china, fine glass; mighty timbers, wood floors, old art, and the most beautiful people. The wine flowed freely, the conversation lively, toasts in abundance as the bride and groom’s character was upheld and applauded by all with the tinging touch of fine glass filled with the best reds and whites. And Christ was there, invited at the start and several times throughout the evening His presence was acknowledged by His rightful title, Lord, Christ, Savior, Jesus. By the end, many were flushed with wine and joy and my heart was filled with sincerity for the beauty of humanity's ability to celebrate…and all along I escorted the most beautifully elegant lady in the room, my lover. Round two this evening, the wedding.
P.S. For you good Baptists who are wondering--I drank water.
We treasure your words describing this very special evening and we treasure your toast. I can't wait for the video so we can relive again and again and sink into all the love we felt from each and every person. Jesus was most certainly with us ... as he has always been ... filling our hearts to overflowing with his love.
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