May our Almighty God enable you to know the freedom you have in Him.
In knowing this freedom, may you find who you truly are
because of who He has called you to be.
May the Holy Spirit guide your actions as a result
to communicate kindness in the face of hatred
and Christ’s light in the presence of darkness.
May your actions be those that draw others to see God more clearly.
May you who are married treat your spouse in such a way
that Christians and unbelievers alike would learn more
about the beautiful mystery that marriage points to:
the eternal and self-giving love that binds
Christ and His bride—the church—together.
May each of you embody unity,
sympathy, brotherly love,
a tender heart, and a humble mind.
May the Holy Spirit enable you to fight for those who typically get left out,
embodying the heart of our Father who leaves the ninety-nine
in pursuit of the one wandering sheep.
May we be a people who overcome evil with good.
May the Lord bless you and keep you.
May the Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you.
May the Lord lift up His countenance to you and give you peace.