HEIRLOOM
AN EDITORIAL CURATED BY DRAW NEAR FILMS
CAROLINA WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER & VIDEOGRAPHER
From the Wedding Day to Forever: Planning with Intention, Preparing for a Christ-Centered Marriage
HEIRLOOM is an editorial by Draw Near Films exploring thoughtful wedding planning, photography and film, real stories, and the deeper meaning of marriage. Our hope is to help couples create a wedding day that feels deeply their own, while laying a beautiful, Christ-centered foundation for the life they’ll share long after the celebration ends.
Signed in Love: Contract or Covenant?
These days, relationships can feel like business deals—full of terms, conditions, and exit clauses. But God’s love flips the script. Instead of a contract, He invites us into a covenant—which is like a deep, unbreakable promise. A contract requires two parties agreeing on terms, but a covenant requires three—you, your spouse, and God. And long before contracts even existed, covenants were the foundation of God’s relationships with His people. It’s not based on performance or convenience but on unwavering love and commitment, no matter what.
5 Prayers to Pray Throughout Your Engagement Season
Your engagement is more than wedding planning—it’s a time to grow spiritually as a couple. Pray these five powerful prayers to invite God into your journey, strengthen your bond, and lay the foundation for a Christ-centered marriage.
Communication Tips for Engaged Couples: How to Start Your Marriage with Healthy Communication Habits
Looking to build a strong foundation for your marriage? At Draw Near Films, we’re not just wedding filmmakers—we’re a husband-and-wife team who knows firsthand how essential good communication is in a marriage. In this blog, we share key communication tips for engaged couples to help you start your relationship with healthy habits. Learn how to listen with empathy, express your feelings openly, and celebrate the small moments together. These practical strategies will help you create a lasting bond and strengthen your relationship for a lifetime of love and understanding. Read on for expert advice from Draw Near Films, where we believe great marriages—like great wedding films—are built on love, trust, and meaningful connection.