5 years ago today I married the man God intended for me from the beginning of time. The man who I prayed for from the time I was a little girl. The man who was and is my perfect match in every way. As I think about that girl who woke up on her wedding day 5 years ago, filled with thoughts of wedding vows, and a white dress, and that pair of crystal blue eyes that sparkled every time I walked into the room…I can’t believe I am the same person. As I slid that ring on his finger that day and pledged before God to be a faithful bride to my new husband, I knew I was in love with him. But I had no idea how much that love would grow and change and deepen. We have packed a lot into 5 years. We have been through deep valleys and have been on mountaintops. God has grown us and changed us in ways I might not have chosen…but it’s all part of His perfect plan for us. I am beyond grateful that God has allowed me to experience a glimpse of His love for me through the love of my husband. My husband’s love is beautiful and breathtaking to me…but it pales in comparison to God’s love. It is just amazing to me that God, in His infinite wisdom, desired that I should have this relationship. That He planned it and formed it. The husband and wife relationship just can’t be explained except that it’s a “God thing”. It’s a glimpse of heaven here on earth. Not that it’s perfect at all, but it’s such a beautiful picture.
Thank you God for the amazing gift of my husband. May you continue to change me into the wife that You desire me to be. I am forever grateful for our 5 wonderful years together and all that You have taught me through them. May You continue to be the center of our relationship.
Happy 5 year Anniversary to my one and only!
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Happy Anniversary! Enjoy your day!
Jessica;
Again you leave me speechless and once again reminded not to take any day forgranted. Too many times it is easy to look for the things you wish were different in your spouse instead of focusing on what made you fall in love with that person and thank God that you have them in your life. I pray you guys will have a great day together in whatever you are doing.
Hi Jess & Josiah,
I can’t believe it’s been 5 years. Happy Anniversary!
Oh Happy Day to you both! Yes, you leave us breathless again, Jess, reminding us of the ever present goodness of God! We need to stop and think of the little things in life that we need to cherish and not be always looking around and comparing. Thank you for teaching me, yet, again of the important things in my walk. (Wedding planning can make a person a bit off kilter as I can attest to-7 days and counting!) Blessings on all you do in this day, may it be packed with cherished moments. Love, RHonda
CONGRATULATIONS JOSIAH AND JESSICA ON YOUR 5th ANNIVERSARY !!!!
God has blessed our family to have you show us the way to honor God and each other. It is awesome to think how He chose you both to bear His standard of faithfulness and love for all to see.
We love you dearly.
Grandma and Grandpa “A”
Happy Anniversary. Enjoy it and make some great memories!
Happy Anniversary. 🙂 You both amaze me with your desire to serve the Lord in all you do and say. You two are a perfect example of a marriage. I hope your day was extra special!! As much as you two are extra special!!!!!
Happy 5th Anniversary! Seems like only yesterday! I can still see you both leaving from the church with Santa hats on and smiling from ear to ear. You are both such a blessing to all and we hope you were blessed wih a very SPECIAL day! Looking forward to spending the holidays together!!! Hugs acoss the miles!!
Happy Anniversary Jessica and Josiah!!!! I hope you had a very romantic day. Mine still are after 29 years!!!
Love you both. Lilly says hi to Ava.
Just wanted to stop by and wish you both an almost belated Happy 5th! Praying each day of your 6th year together is full of precious and wonderful moments! And thanks for your writing Jess…it is very encouraging to me personally! God’s richest blessings of HIS peace and HIS joy to you both!
Beautifully written ~ HAPPY ANNIVERSARY to a couple that is inspiring to those around them – through their faith, family and love.
Happy Anniversary you two! May you enjoy your special day together. Jess, just wanted to let you know I gave you an award on my blog. 🙂 The “rules” state you nominate a blog that inspires you (and leave a comment on their blog to let them know) and link to the person who nominated you. You don’t need to link to my blog, I just wanted to nominate you because your words are so inspiring and I wanted others to pray for you. 🙂
Take care, Happy Thanksgiving!
Jen