Marriage is one of the most intimate of human unions, and for Christian couples it is seen as a sacred gift from God. Throughout the Bible, marriage is honored and expresses the importance of love. During the ceremony, you and your spouse may wish to include Bible verses about love to honor your faith in God and your devotion to one another. Below are seven of our favorite Bible verses about love to celebrate your lifelong commitment of love and your faith.
Proverbs 18:22 NIV
“He who finds a wife finds what is good and receives favor from the LORD.”
Song of Solomon 8:3
“I am my beloved’s and my beloved is mine.”
Song of Solomon 3:4
“I found the one my heart loves.”
1 Corinthians 16:14
“Do everything in love.”
Romans 12:9-10
“Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.”
Ephesians 4:2-3
“Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.”
1 Corinthians 13: 4-7
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.”
