One night I couldn't sleep thinking about what Valentine's Day was going to look like for my widowed and divorced friends. I got up from bed and went straight to my computer. This is the letter I wrote several years ago to encourage them. But even if you have a significant other in your life, this letter will help you see and understand how much you are loved by God.
Who promises not to leave you or forsake you?
“The LORD Himself goes before you and will be with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged." - Deuteronomy 31:8
"No one will be able to stand up against you all the days of your life. As I was with Moses, so I will be with you; I will never leave you nor forsake you." - Joshua 1:5
Who loves you unconditionally, regardless of shape, size, or color?
“However, the LORD your God would not listen to Balaam but turned the curse into a blessing for you, because the LORD your God loves you.” - Deuteronomy 23:5
“Neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” - Romans 8:39
Who listens to your problems and concerns like nobody else?
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” - Matthew 11:28
Who is there for you at all times?
“For the LORD loves the just and will not forsake his faithful ones. They will be protected forever..." - Psalm 37:28
Who delights in you?
“For the LORD takes delight in his people; he crowns the humble with salvation.” - Psalm 149:4
Who says He will be your husband and a father to your children?
“He defends the cause of the fatherless and the widow, and loves the alien, giving him food and clothing.” - Deuteronomy 10:18
“For your Maker is your husband- the LORD Almighty is His name- the Holy One of Israel is your Redeemer; He is called the God of all the earth.” - Isaiah 54:5
Who is your faithful friend?
“But you, O Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness.” - Psalm 86:15
Who will never disappoint you?
“And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom he has given us.” - Romans 5:5
He wants to spend eternity with you in the Mansion He went to prepare for YOU!
Have a “date” with Jesus by spending time reading His love letter to you--His wonderful Word.
Have a cup of coffee or tea with Him.
Talk to Him in prayer and take time to listen to what He wants to say to your heart!
The first commandment is to love God with all of our heart, mind, soul and strength and the second greatest is to love one another.
Spend the day loving your neighbors and friends--share God’s love with them.
Have a wonderful Valentine’s Day!
Excerpt from my book, "How To Love God with All Your Heart - A Personal Journey & Testimonial Bible Study Guide" by Guadalupe C. Casillas
Copyright 2015
In His Love,
Guadalupe :-)
Picture taken by Guadalupe in Cancun, Mexico.
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