I can't really explain what I feel whenever I'm
reminded of the fact that in a few months, our lives will be altered and we
will be united under a divinely ordained institution. Love and grace will
be the ultimate policy and in no circumstance should we fail to reconsider
mercy and forgiveness.
Accepting the responsibility of being a better half the moment we say "I Do" will be a tall order. Two sin natures under one roof, all the time, will be a challenge in itself. However, God has provided so much promises in His Word that will always get us through.
I feel like I will never be ready for marriage...that's why I always pray that God would give me the courage to lead you! Whenever I am confronted by my past sins and my old sin nature would battle for control over our relationship, I always go back to this:
RESOLUTION TO BE COURAGEOUS
SIGNED AUGUST 3, 2012
I, Timothy Jonsel S. Ermitaño, a bachelor betrothed to my best friend, do solemnly commit to the ethical, moral and spiritual aspect of this resolution. I am acting on my own accord with confidence that God, Who has begun His work in me, will be faithful to complete His purpose in my life. Failure to adhere to the set standards of this resolution is a result of my unwilling and unfaithful condition. Grace is the seal of this resolution for I understand that nothing in me can ever get me through this code of conduct. I am a product of God's mercies and grace...I am therefore lifting my hands as a sign of my submission to His sovereign will. By God's loving kindness and compassion...I will set my heart to what is right...facing my fears...contending the faith...loving my future wife...and protecting my family...knowing that Jesus Christ is my rock and salvation in whom I can be COURAGEOUS.
I DO is never a passive promise...it should always be active...with much passion and conviction. So as we wait for that moment of exchanging vows...I pray that we stay active in growing in grace...
four months and counting
loveyou
Accepting the responsibility of being a better half the moment we say "I Do" will be a tall order. Two sin natures under one roof, all the time, will be a challenge in itself. However, God has provided so much promises in His Word that will always get us through.
I feel like I will never be ready for marriage...that's why I always pray that God would give me the courage to lead you! Whenever I am confronted by my past sins and my old sin nature would battle for control over our relationship, I always go back to this:
RESOLUTION TO BE COURAGEOUS
SIGNED AUGUST 3, 2012
I, Timothy Jonsel S. Ermitaño, a bachelor betrothed to my best friend, do solemnly commit to the ethical, moral and spiritual aspect of this resolution. I am acting on my own accord with confidence that God, Who has begun His work in me, will be faithful to complete His purpose in my life. Failure to adhere to the set standards of this resolution is a result of my unwilling and unfaithful condition. Grace is the seal of this resolution for I understand that nothing in me can ever get me through this code of conduct. I am a product of God's mercies and grace...I am therefore lifting my hands as a sign of my submission to His sovereign will. By God's loving kindness and compassion...I will set my heart to what is right...facing my fears...contending the faith...loving my future wife...and protecting my family...knowing that Jesus Christ is my rock and salvation in whom I can be COURAGEOUS.
I DO is never a passive promise...it should always be active...with much passion and conviction. So as we wait for that moment of exchanging vows...I pray that we stay active in growing in grace...
four months and counting
loveyou
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