Summer has come and is almost gone and during these past few weeks, many have taken the walk down the aisle and have pledged themselves to God and each other. I was thinking about the transitions that take place during this time and remembered that familiar saying that has become our title for today. Something Old, something new, something borrowed, something blue. As we enter into September of 2010 it might be helpful for us to apply some of that same thinking.
Something Old is meant to represent the link with the bride's own family and the past particularly mother or grandmother or even most distant relations. Something old is symbolic of continuity.
This week we will continue on with life as students return to school, as mothers and fathers return to work, as all of us return to the flow of life. I encourage you to continue on with the walk of faith and the pursuit of the things of God.
Something New represents good luck and success and the brides hopes for a bright future in her new married life.
These next few weeks will be filled with New. New clothes, new books, new things for school and work. New schedules, new responsibilities, new expenses. As we begin another school and ministry year, we all hope for something better. It's not that the past was bad, we just hope that the future will be better....it's what we do...hope for something better. As you walk with God, understand that God's better is rooted in relationship with Him and not in things. People is what God is focused on.
Something Borrowed is to represent to the bride that friends and family will be there for her on the special day and in the future when help is needed. We all "need a little help from our friends" and this is a great reminder that we are in this life together and we are not alone. God has planned for us to be connected with others in community and through the Church has provided for that to be a part of our life. So....go back to church, or find a church you can attend and become a part of that community life. We all need family and friends to help....today...and in the future.
Something Blue in ancient times is the symbol of faithfulness, purity and loyalty. Where would we be without a reminder of these three? As we move forward in life, in September, let's make wise choices regarding how we are going to live. You and I have the choice to live a life of purity, a life of faith, a life of loyalty.
So as we enter a new phase of our lives and of this year, I want to encourage you today to connect with Jesus Christ and partner with him in your walk of life and faith.
Looking forward to the great adventure ahead.
Blessings,
Pastor Brian
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