THANKFUL

Monday, February 14, 2022

Lord, make this Valentine’s Day more than just giving flowers and chocolates, smooching and showing affection, date night and dinner. You’ve given us this special day to show our love for the ones whose lives make our life fuller and richer.  Being around those special people warms our heart. There are those You have placed in our lives who have brought us closer to You, and we are most thankful.  Likewise, there are those who challenge us at every turn and make us want to pull our hair out. And, again, we are most thankful. But may we be careful to remember this eternal truth on Valentine’s Day: You, Lord God, are the author of all love and Your love far exceeds what any human can give (1 John 4:7–9). And may I be careful to remember another timeless truth: The love I need today and every day is Your merciful unconditional, limitless love. Your love living within me strengthens my love for others, enabling me to love them deeper, truer and richer, and reflects Your love for them, even to those who make me want to pull my hair out.

Thank You Jesus for loving me enough to come take my place on the cross. My prayer, Lord, is I learn to love fully as You love us. Amen.