657- O God From Whom Mankind
Christian Life: Marriage
1
- O God from whom mankind derives its name;
- Whose covenant of grace remains the same,
- Be with there two who now before You wait;
- Enlarge the love they come to consecrate.
2
- May through their union other lives be blessed;
- Their door be wide to stranger and to guest,
- Give them the understanding that is kind,
- Grant them the blessing of an open mind.
3
- Preserve their days from inwardness of heart;
- To each the gift of truthful speech impart.
- Their bond be strong against all strain and strife
- Amid the changes of this earthly life.
4
- From stage to stage on life's unfolding way
- Bring to their mind the vows they make this day,
- Your Spirit be their Guide in every move,
- Their faith in Christ the basis of their love.