Card received Bachelor's and Master’s degrees in Religious Studies from Western Kentucky University. His studies in physics and astronomy allowed him to support himself while a student by working for six years at a planetarium. As of 2005, he is working on a Ph.D. in Classical Literature.
The Wedding
Michael Card Lyrics
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Lord of light, oh, come to this wedding
Take the doubt and darkness away
Turn the water of lifeless living
To the wine of gladness we pray
Mother Mary's gently requesting
Though she may be impatient she loves you
And so she asks what she can't understand
Chorus
So amidst the laughter and feasting
There sits Jesus full with the fun
He has made them wine because He is longing
For a wedding that's yet to come
Chorus
The song "The Wedding" by Michael Card is a beautiful depiction of the miracle that Jesus performed at the wedding at Cana. It begins with the chorus, which is a plea for the Lord of light to come and take away the darkness and doubt from the wedding. It then urges for the water of lifeless living to be transformed into the wine of gladness, a metaphor for the happiness and joy that Jesus brings into people's lives. The chorus sets the tone for the rest of the song, emphasizing the significance of Jesus' presence and His ability to turn things around.
The verse talks about Mary's request to Jesus to do something about the wine running low. Mary is portrayed as both impatient and loving, as she asks Jesus to do whatever He can. Though she can't understand His purpose or how He will solve the problem, she has faith in Him. This speaks of the strength of Mary’s character, who is a mother who has faith in her son.
The final verse is about Jesus sitting amongst His friends and enjoying the wedding festivities. He has made the wine because He is looking forward to another wedding, one that is yet to come - the marriage of the Lamb. The song beautifully portrays the significance of the wedding at Cana and the joy that Jesus brings into people's lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Lord of light, oh, come to this wedding
Oh God, who is the source of all light, we humbly ask that you be present in this wedding ceremony to bless and guide the couple.
Take the doubt and darkness away
Remove any uncertainty, fear, or negativity from this union so that it can flourish and thrive in the light of your love.
Turn the water of lifeless living
Transform the mundane and ordinary aspects of life into something miraculous and joyful, by your divine intervention.
To the wine of gladness we pray
We ask that you turn what is bitter or tasteless into something sweet and celebratory, so that this union can be filled with joy and gratitude.
Mother Mary's gently requesting
Mary, the mother of Jesus, is asking in a gentle and loving way, that God would help the couple in whatever way is needed.
That you might do whatever you can
She is putting her trust in God's ability to respond to her request, and is hoping that God can make a positive change for the couple.
Though she may be impatient she loves you
Despite any human impatience or frustration, Mary loves God and can trust in His perfect timing and plan for the couple.
And so she asks what she can't understand
Mary is submitting her own limited understanding and knowledge to God, believing that He can work beyond human comprehension or expectation.
So amidst the laughter and feasting
In the midst of all the celebration and joy, Jesus is present and engaged with the people as one who delights in good things and happy times.
There sits Jesus full with the fun
He is fully present and involved in the festivities, enjoying the atmosphere and the company of those gathered.
He has made them wine because He is longing
Jesus has performed a miraculous act in creating wine for the wedding celebration, because he longs for a deeper and more meaningful relationship with the couple.
For a wedding that's yet to come
This earthly wedding is just a glimpse of the ultimate union that Jesus desires and has prepared for those who love him, in heaven.
Chorus
The chorus repeats the main request and hope that God will intervene and bring his light, joy, and blessing to the wedding ceremony.
Contributed by Brody R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.