“How wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ.” Ephesians 3:18
Hey Girls!
It’s that time of month again. When love is in the air! February, (specifically Valentine’s Day), is known for being the month/day filled with heartfelt messages of love. These words of love can be inscribed on the most beautifully decorated cards that come in all shapes and sizes; handmade or store bought. They are wonderful expressions of love and affection, along with chocolates and roses, balloons, jewelry, candle-lite dinners - right? Symbols of love. Not sure how this tradition of showing love on February 14th got started.
Yet, none of these ways can even come close to the most beautiful expression of love that has been recorded in history for everyone! It’s found in the Gospel of John…
“For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son,
that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16
I love you to the moon and back! Have you ever said those words to someone you love? Or maybe you’ve heard someone else say them. Your heart is trying to put into words, the depth and intensity of your love. After all, the moon is over 238,000 miles away from the earth! That’s a whole lotta of love. And God has a big heart of love for you and for me; He says ‘Be mine’…
“Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by your name; you are Mine.” Is. 43:1
God loves you to eternity and back! And you can times that love by forever and forever! God’s love is infinite, it’s out of this world and you can NEVER come to the end of it. Flowers will eventually die, balloons will pop, chocolates will be eaten and gone. God’s love endures. His love never fades or diminishes.
“Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed - yet,
My unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed,"
says the LORD, who has compassion on you. Is. 54:10
Are you missing your loved ones during this special season for love? It’s good to remember that Jesus loves you! He wants to be your Valentine. He loves you so much that He left His home in heaven, in order to come to Earth for you. Let His message of love transform your heart. Look for ways to show kindness to those you love – everyday, not just on February 14th. I read this somewhere: Picture yourself as God’s living Valentine to a world that needs His love. Happy Valentine’s day!
God bless you, Karen