A wedding is not just a tribute to fashion and respect for tradition. For Orthodox Christians, marriage is one for life, therefore, the attitude of believers to the sacrament of wedding is anxious and responsible. To decide whether to sanctify marriage in the church, you need to find out your motives.
Instructions
Step 1
You must be sure that you love the person. There are many reasons for getting married in the modern world: a chance to avoid loneliness, the desire to have children, sober calculation and financial interests, obtaining any privileges, etc. If your desire to marry is dictated solely by a feeling of love, a willingness to be faithful and faithful spouses, then the wedding will only strengthen your union. Ask yourself the question: are you ready to live with this person all your life, not regretting anything or seeking any benefit.
Step 2
Do not get married following only fashion trends. The beautiful setting, solemnity, the very atmosphere of the church make the wedding an interesting and attractive action. But it is wrong to decide on a sacrament just because your friends, relatives, or your parents require it. You must feel the need to sanctify your union with your soul, as this is a spiritual sacrament.
Step 3
Be sure to find out the opinion of the future spouse on this matter. Your desire to get married should be mutual - if the partner follows your lead, simply not wanting to spoil the relationship, then you should realize the importance of the sacrament and make sure that you both correctly perceive this step. You will have to discuss all the issues with the groom more than once before you go to the altar hand in hand.
Step 4
Choose a clergyman whom you trust, that is, you regularly confess, go to services, and have spiritual conversations. In some churches, before the wedding, young people are required to spend several hours talking with a spiritual mentor. The person who will sanctify your marriage before God will best be able to explain to you all the nuances of this sacrament, prepare you for solving organizational problems, and help you make decisions. Be sure to read the literature they recommend.
Step 5
Find out on what day the wedding will be held in your church and ask permission from the priest and the young spouses to attend the sacrament. You will be able to look at the whole process from the inside, imagine how everything will look like at your own wedding.
