God of Love and God of Marriage
God of love and God of marriage
The hymn reflects Lutheran sacramental theology regarding marriage as a divinely blessed estate within God's creative design. It emphasizes covenant love, mutual care, and the role of divine grace in sustaining Christian marriages.
History & Background
Written by Jaroslav Vajda in 1984 for Lutheran worship, this hymn was included in the 1993 Christian Worship hymnal. It addresses the sacramental nature of Christian marriage within Lutheran understanding.
Hymnal Appearances
- Chalice Hymnal — 614
- Evangelical Lutheran Worship — 741
- Lift Up Your Hearts — 532
Bulletin Note
Composed by Jaroslav Vajda in 1984, this hymn reflects Lutheran sacramental theology, presenting marriage as a divinely blessed estate grounded in God's creative purpose and sustained by grace. Its text pairs expertly with the flowing melody of LAUDA ANIMA.
Preaching Connection
This hymn develops the Gospel proclamation of marriage as God's gracious design while calling the faithful to the Law's demand for sacrificial, cross-shaped love—making it a perfect complement to sermons on covenant fidelity, family life, or the sacramental nature of Christian marriage.
Stanza Arc
The narrative or theological arc traced by this tune's stanzas: From personal redemption and grateful praise, through God's consistent mercy toward His people, to His tender care and protection, culminating in the cosmic vision of angels and saints in eternal adoration
Themes
Marriage and family God's love and covenant Christian marriage Grace in relationships