Meet The Wedding Party - Rachel

Rachel Rineer . Bridesmaid

Many people have said to me over the years: "You and Rachel are friends? But you two seem so different." And in some ways I can see their point. Outwardly we may seem quite different. But in reality, Rachel and I have a lot in common inwardly; which is why over the years she has been a friend I can return to again and again and talk to about anything, even if we haven't seen each other for months at a time.


One of those common interests is music and while at Lancaster Bible College it just seemed inevitable that we would become friends -- since we were 2 of about 4 in the music education program:) We also shared a heart for leading others which is why we shared a room for a year as an RA and DA. And we share a heart for teaching others about God's gift of music and striving for one's highest potential in using one's musical gifts for God. So we have shared many conversations over the years about this particular subject.


So even though outwardly we may seem somewhat different, inwardly we have a lot in common. And I think there is a lesson here that can be learned by all of us during our lives. Though outwardly we may think someone is totally different than us and we could never really be their friend, maybe we really just need to take a little time getting to know them and find out who they really are. Maybe we won't become best friends with them, or even good friends, but maybe we will find out something that will help us to really know who they are. And isn't that what Jesus was all about? Looking at people inwardly and not outwardly and really looking at their hearts.


Thanks for all the wonderful memories and your great friendship Rachel! I will always remember the humidifier in our room in Esbenshade, stolen shoes in the middle of a corn field, numerous food outings with the "music gang" and the music office.


I am so thrilled to have you be part of my big day.