Scripture and Other Readings
for Your Wedding Service

God's love is revealed and celebrated in holy scripture. One or more Scripture lessons will be read by either the pastor or laypersons (such as members of the family or wedding party), as a witness to that love and the Bible’s affirmation of marriage. Other readings from popular literature or poetry may also be read. The following is a list of oft used wedding scripture lessons with a short description of the theme. You are encouraged to read the entire passage and allow God’s word to speak to you as you select Scripture that reflects your relationship. The pastor will reflect on your selection in the homily. These lessons are listed in their order in the Bible.
Scripture Reading	Theme
Genesis I :26-28, 31a	The creation of man and woman
Genesis 2:4-10, 15-24	Becoming one flesh
Proverbs 3:3-6	A seal upon your heart
Song of Solomon 2:10-14, 16a; 8:6-7	Love is strong as death
Isaiah 43:1-7	You are precious in God's eyes
Isaiah 54:5-8	Your maker is your husband
Isaiah 55:10-13	You shall go out in joy
Isaiah 61: 10-62:3	Rejoice in the Lord
Isaiah 63:7-9	The steadfast love of the Lord
Jeremiah 31:31-34	New Covenant
Matthew 5:1-10,13-16	The Beatitudes
Matthew 7:21, 24-27	A house built upon a rock
Matthew 19:3-6	One flesh
Matthew 22:35-40	Love, the greatest commandment
Mark 2: 18-22	Joy in Christ as at a wedding
Mark 10:6-9, 13-16	No longer two but one
Mark 10:42-45	True greatness
John 2: 1-11	The marriage feast at Cana
John 15:9-17	Remain in Christ's love
Romans 12: 1-2, 9-18	The life of a Christian
I Corinthians 13	The greatest of these is love
2 Corinthians 5:14-17	In Christ we are a new creation
Ephesians 2:4-10	God's love for us
Ephesians 4: 1-6	Called to the one hope
Ephesians 4:25-5:2	Members one of another
Philippians 2: 1-2	The Christlike spirit
Philippians 4:4-9	Rejoice in the Lord
Colossians 3: 12-17	Live in love and thanksgiving
I John 3:18-24	Love one another
I John 4:7-16	God is love
Revelation 19: I, 5-9a	The wedding feast of the Lamb