Was dealing with what you want, vs what other people want.

What are our top 3 pieces of advice?

1. Pay for your own wedding.
Not only because you should be as an adult, but it gives you more power to make decisions. As opposed to - if your parents were paying for it, then who are you to make any decisions as it's their money? If you can't pay for your own wedding yet, then postpone it and wait until you can. Be faithful in tithe and offering, and you won't struggle with money anymore.

2. Know your principles
It's going to be hard, going through a period time that requires decisions after decisions - decisions that are going to be influenced by money and people. Know what your beliefs are, and why you believe in them, and then stand firm to what you believe in. If you purpose in your heart before the time comes (Dan 1:8), trials becomes easier because you're not making the decision then, your decision was made months ago. You just have to follow through.

3. You are a team
Consult with your other half on everything. You will be surprised at what conversations come up and the preferences that he or she may have. You will fight, argue, disagree - but always remember that both of you have the same goals. 2 minds are always better than one. So say those sorrys, forgive and forget. Marriage is a lot more than just the ceremony :)