When I looked back at the video, I suddenly took notice of all the individual little elements coming together to make the wedding look extremely blissful and romantic. All these little elements accumulated together for the purpose of bringing joy to the wedding couple and her friends and family.
This got me thinking of how God is really such an amazing creative designer, and He didn't just design things for fun. He did it because it could make our lives such a brighter and livelier place to live in. He did it so He could see the smiles on our faces.
So what are some of the things He designed at the wedding. I would like to just touch on one for this post and talk about the symbolism and how I see it....
1) Flowers
It amazes me how many species of flowers there are, and how they seem to captivate most of our senses with an alluring soothing feeling. I'm pretty sure all girls are delighted whenever they receive flowers.It has become a human culture that flowers symbolizes love, adoration, thankfulness, joy and peace among others. Even the number of roses have gotten to have specific meanings.
Also, there's something about decorating pathways with rose petals that you cant get from any other decoration.It just adds an element of romance and dreaminess. Especially for couples, it can turn an atmosphere that much sweeter!
To me, firstly, you could say that flowers speak of fruitfulness. The main function of a flower in nature is to be attractive in order to attract animals and insects to carry their seeds which will in turn produce fruits..In a way you could say whenever we give flowers to loved ones, it symbolizes that they mean alot to us and it speaks of wanting the relationship to blossom to something fruitful and lasting. It also speaks of seeds of trust that you're willing to plant in your loved one's life.
Flowers also speak of sacrifice. As you know, giving fresh flowers to someone means that it will eventually die out and wither away. The fact that a guy is willing to spend so much for something that can make a girl happy for only about a week speaks of sacrifice and a selfless giving attitude. A second thought is that although it will wither away, it was a beautiful memory that lasts. There's something beautiful about things that only last for the moment. It will definitely be treasured more.
It also gives us an opportunity to give new flowers at other occasions which speaks of a continual sacrifice and a renewal of love that you can give to your partner. I'm sure many of us know that in order for a relationship to last, there needs to be a constant renewal of love, affection, appreciation and sacrifice. There's nothing more surprising and joyful than receiving new things! Especially when they are as beautiful as fresh flowers.
Therefore, to all girls out there, I hope that after you read this, there will be much more appreciation when guys give you flowers!
A thought that may be true is that when we go to heaven, we will see a beautiful garden of all the flowers given to us on earth! This time it will be everlasting!
Will continue this post on the next item!
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