Valentine’s Day is not a religious holiday, yet it has some religious connotations to it. The most basic meaning is the sharing of the gift of love. Love is a practice and attribute that is never to be taken for granted. Jesus reminds us of the significance and the power of love throughout his many teachings. “Love one another as I have loved you.” Of course, we cannot forget the impact of love as the Apostle Paul describes in his first letter to the Corinthians.
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.” (1 Corinthians 13:4-7, NIV)
The above statement is so beautiful and powerful and I believe that it embodies the goodness of Valentine’s Day. My love and prayers are always with you as you seek to be the church God desires you to be.
Always remember that God is love and that he seeks to embrace you in that love.
With God’s Love,
Pastor Nik
