Well, it’s that time of year again; and you know—red hearts, pink roses, balloons, cards, candy and animals that sing songs of love will be in abundance as the world will tomorrow celebrate Valentine’s Day.
Store shelves will overflow with symbols of love. They began the day after New Year’s to get ready for Valentine’s Day. Do you know that more roses are sold on that day than any other day in the year? All over the world, it is the day that people show their love for someone special.
Most mothers and wives hope to receive a loving memento, perhaps dinner in a nice restaurant, or to have a meal cooked for them. It is a great occasion to express love and appreciation for any of your loved ones, but it is just as important to show little acts of kindness to the other 364 days of the year.
It means a lot when family and friends want to spend time with you, share a meal, or just talk. God tells us in His Word how much He loves us. He promises never to leave or forsake us, to answer us when we call, day or night. He never slumbers nor sleeps. We need to tell Him how much we love Him 365 days a year as well.
Flowers will die. Candy gets eaten. Balloons will pop. Stuffed animals may stop singing. Cards may get lost or thrown away, but the love that is shared with one another, and God’s love for us, will never pass away.
And what we must know is that the gifts we receive on Valentine’s Day do not determine the depth of a person’s love. If that were the case, then there would be a lot of unloved people in this world. Love can come in many ways, and it comes 365 days a year, not just on one day. Please don’t make the mistake of putting all of your heart into one basket!
Be careful not to over-romanticise on this Valentine’s Day. I have heard of many-a-man prematurely proposing on this day. I’m not saying that this is altogether wrong. It is just very easy to get caught up in the euphoria of the day. It’s not a day to abandon reality.
If you are not ready to get engaged on February 13th, what makes you think that anything will be different the following day? Do not suspend your logic in an attempt to be romantic.
Valentine’s Day is not the day to use and abuse for your own interests. Watch your motivations. I’m talking to singles and married couples on this one. If you’re single, be careful of asking that special someone out because the stakes will be higher on this day and can lead to greater disappointment. If you’re married, this is not a way to make up for long lost time. The same issues will be there the next day, if not dealt with.
The person arranging the date should always make plans based on the other person’s interests and according to what is appropriate to their relationship level. A person may perceive this as pressure when pushed beyond the appropriate levels of commitment and intimacy.
If you are not sure of what to buy or how to plan a date, there is nothing wrong with asking for advice. Close friends and family are always a great source of information.
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