A Love To Celebrate On Valentine’s Day
One of the things many of us missed while growing up was tenderness in our homes. This lack of love and compassion may have driven us towards the path of addiction and a destructive lifestyle. We got used to feeling that others had no interest in us and no time for us. We gave up on going to anyone with our needs or our troubles because we believed that no one cared. What a joy when we came into recovery and discovered that someone really loved and cared about us. That someone is God who offers us the unfailing love and tenderness we have always wanted. This Valentine’s Day let us choose to experience and celebrate the lavish love God has for us.
See what amazing love the Father has given us! Because of it, we are called children of God. And that’s what we really are! (1 John 3:1 NIRV)
We can call out to God whatever our needs are. We can speak to God as often as we like. God never gets tired of listening to us. God is interested in all the things that concern us. God has been patiently waiting for us to notice that He is reaching out to us with love and tenderness and inviting us to come close to His heart. Is there a better friend we could have?
We are safe with God. He is always looking out for us to ensure our safety. He sees and rejoices in all the new things we learn. He does not frown at the silly mistakes we make. God celebrates our successes and encourages us to try again when we have failed. Every day God turns toward us with a smile on His face and a welcome in His heart.
May the Lord bless you and take good care of you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord look on you with favor and give you peace. (Numbers 6:24-26 NIRV)
We are precious to God. Today God asks us, “Will You be mine? Will You receive my love, respond to my love, and love me in return?”
Prayer: Loving God, on this Valentine’s Day help me to recognize and respond to the many expressions of love and kindness You convey to me. Help me to pause and give thanks for your faithful, unfailing love and promises. You truly are the best friend and companion a person could ever have. Amen
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