this father's day...

Yesterday I traveled to Pennsylvania (so that I wouldn't be alone anymore) and so that I could celebrate the marriage of two of my husband's friends from college. I was reminded yesterday during the ceremony of the words that make up the marriage vows. (I am guilty of always getting a little choked up as I witness a bride and groom exchange those vows with one another). But then I noticed my groom (as he was an usher in this wedding) and thought, how important those words are to me now that I am married. I also thought, "wow he must be hot", as I watched sweat drip from his face during the outdoor ceremony; but that is not important. Anyway- I just thought, you know, I promised to be a loving and faithful wife in plenty and in want, in joy and in sorrow, in sickness and in health... And I will admit that has been pretty easy this year of our marriage because God has blessed us greatly, we have had a lot to be joyful about, and we are in good health.
Today is father's day. And today's sermon in church talked about disappointment with God. Sometimes I am disappointed with God because my dad is, well, stupid. But, today's sermon also talked about seeing the grace and sovereignty of God through times of disappointment. My dad, who is disappointing himself, did love my mom when things got worse, when there was a lot of sorrow, and all throughout her sickness-until death parted them. If nothing else, I think this father's day I realize how important that marriage covenant is- and I am glad my dad exhibited that when he was married to my mom. And THAT is the grace of God.