We just returned from Malcolm Daniels and Victoria Balcom's wedding. Now mind you- the day's not over yet- we still have The Celebration (party) to go to in a few minutes! I hear it's a big spread!
What a blessing to be asked to do the wedding of one of your old Junior Soldiers! And I must add, Malcolm was (and still is) one of my all-time favorites!
Everything went extremely well. Everyone looked great- especially the bride (of course, she was radiant)! It was certainly my honor to officiate. And as one of my responsibilities, I was asked to pray over them and offer a blessing during the ceremony. Here are my prayerful words:
Malcolm & Vicki's Blessing
When people all around you feel as though God has left (and they will), you will know for certain he has not. That's because you know when people turn away from God, he redoubles his efforts to get through to us.
When the road gets dark because of trials and difficulties (and it will), you will know Yahweh is always near to lean on. You will know the darkness only serves to strengthen you. And it is merely temporary.
You are strong- together. As a cord strengthens with each strand added, so combining your spirits makes you a formidable weapon against The Enemy. That strength is God's plan and you will be an example of how that unified strength has changed you both.
You are swift to see injustice and do something about it. Together you are a refuge for the lost and your home is a safe haven for those in need. Many will come to know of Yahweh's love for them by your loving example.
You have been down a difficult path, but your experience will be used by God to teach faith in Him and good decision-making in those who look up to you. You are an example of Yahweh's amazing grace; the more he pours into you, the more you will flow over into those around you.
Your communication skills will blossom as you resolve conflict thrown at you by The Enemy. His attempts to divide you will not be successful; you will always see him coming from afar and deal with him long before he even gets a chance to get his foot in the door.
God has a leadership role in store for you. Watch for his leading. He is sending a number of people your way and he desires that you will show them the way. You both naturally accept people where they are. This is a great starting point you should develop to its fullness, for it is placed in you by Yahweh himself for his grand purposes.
Know this: You have not even begun to experience the amazing ways God plans to use you both! This marriage will be a beacon to all.
It is good. And God is pleased.
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God bless you, Malcolm & Vicki!
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PS: Here's their wedding website.
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THANK YOU! What powerful prophetic words, I'm glad you blog them, cuz I didnt pick up on it all during the ceremony...I was preoccupied battling, so very distracted. I will be sure to give them a copy of this, if you hadnt already. I'll see you soon.
Pat
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