Christian 25th Wedding Anniversary Gifts

Marriage today doesn’t seem to last very long. How long is the average marriage? Here is the average length of marriages in ten large cities.

• London, England: 4-8 years
• Sydney, Australia: 8.7 years
• Cape Town, Africa: 11 years
• Tokyo, Japan: 11 years
• Mexico City, Mexico: 12 years
• New York City, USA: 12.2 years
• Paris, France: 13 years
• Ottawa, Canada: 13.8 years
• Rome, Italy: 15-18 years

Twenty-five years means you have beaten all the odds.  If you have made Jesus Christ the foundation of your marriage, that is probably why you have a strong marriage after twenty-five years. So, how do you celebrate 25 years? If it is possible to have a party with family. This is a time to celebrate not only your marriage but your family.

The traditional gift for the 25^th wedding anniversary is silver. Although, as you will see from some of the gift suggestions, there are other options.

 

I remember my parent’s 25^th wedding anniversary. They seemed old when I was in high school. Now I am just a few years away from this anniversary myself. It turns out you don’t have to be old to be celebrating your 25^th anniversary. You can be young and hip. At least, that is what I keep telling myself.

Realistically at your 25^th anniversary, you are probably a young new grandparent, or you are close to entering this stage. You might still have children at home, but the empty nest phase of life is just around the corner. You might be in this phase already. Either way, the 25^th anniversary is a turning point. You’re starting a whole new phase of your relationship.

Perhaps you’re buying a gift for your spouse, or you’re buying a present for a friend or family celebrating this milestone. Below are some gift ideas for either of these reasons.

1. 1. Psalm 12:6 Necklace by Day Spring

This is an option for a husband to buy for his wife. Show your wife you still think she is stunningly beautiful. This necklace needs to be shown off, so take her out for dinner.

Perhaps get her a nice dress to go with the necklace.

As your wife enters this new phase in her life, she needs to know that she is still your bride. You would marry her all over again. 

2. 2. Be Still Canvas

For years of the house was full of noise and clutter. They were running out the door for practices, lessons, and playdates. Life has been anything but slow. Then a new phase of life starts. Children have their cars, and perhaps even their own homes now. Things are slower. This takes time to adjust to.

However, this new phase is when it is easier to remember to be still and know that God is God.

This artwork, with the fall background, is a way to celebrate this new phase. Remind the happy couple that calm, and stillness is a gift from God, just as the noise and clutter was a gift from God. They have earned this time of restfulness.

 

 

3. 3. Family Tree Necklace by getting name necklace

If your mom and dad are about to enter the empty nest phase of their lives, or they are in that phase, they need to know that you love them. This is an excellent idea for the children to give as a group gift. Your parents have spent 25 years together. The most important thing they did was raise a family. You are their most significant accomplishment.

Let them know that you appreciate what they have done for you over the years. Tell them you value wisdom and guidance.

If you are newly married or about to start a marriage, tell them you are grateful for

4. 4. Personalized Photo Collage Jigsaw Puzzle by LD Design Loft

If the happy couple enjoys puzzles, then this is a beautiful idea. A customized puzzle made from their favorite picture. Here are some options. Find an older photo from their wedding day. Make a collage of different images throughout their 25 years. A family photo of the everyone.

The best present you can give is time. Pick a day when you can come over and help them with the puzzle. You’re putting the puzzle together will provide you with time to talk about the twenty-five years.

I know the gift I want from my children is time. If you spend some time with your parents doing a project, they love making their day.

5. 5. Solomon 3:4 I have found the one my Soul Loves Necklace by Quote Life Boutique

This is a gift to give your wife if you are celebrating your 25^th. I love the verse

“I have found the one my soul loves” Solomon 3:4

Tell her that she is still the one you love.  Your wife will have difficulty finding her place in life once the children no longer need her to care for them. Let her know that you love her for who she is. Tell her you to love her more now than you did 25 years ago. 

6. 6. Newspaper Poster Sign, 25th anniversary by Design with Kalli

What was happening in the world on the day of the wedding 25 years ago? So much has changed in the two and a half decades.

This is an extraordinary gift. It is a fun idea that everyone at the party will want to talk about. It will be a talking point at the party and after. There are very few pieces of art that will start conversations; this one will.

This is a great idea if you are not a close family member and want to give something unique. 

7. 7. Marriage Takes Three Table topper by Dickson store

"Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken." Ecclesiastes 4:12

If the marriage you are celebrating is still going strong after twenty-five years, then they probably understand the importance of keeping Jesus as the cornerstone.

Show them that you have learned from their marriage. You have been encouraged by their godly example. Thank them for being someone you can look to for guidance and a model.

8. 8. Custom 25th Engraved Sundial by Apollo Sundials

If the celebrating couple lives in a home with a garden, this is a fantastic gift. This is beautiful. When I see this, it reminds me of putting up a monument to celebrate 25 years.

Putting this sundial where others can see it, such as a front yard garden, is an excellent way to show the world that marriage can survive.

Because this is a present that can be customized, you can add a bible verse. Ask the couple if they have a verse they have chosen as a family verse. 

9. 9. Custom Date, And Counting, Chalkboard by Wandering Fables

If you are not a close family member, this is another idea and still want to give an exciting and unique Christian 25th anniversary present. This is another conversation starter.

Twenty-five years is a long time. It is 300 months, 1,304 weeks, 9, 125 days, 219,000 hours, and 13,140,000 minutes.