Romans 5:8 "But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us."
So I got up early this morning to run out and get my sweetheart her favorite coffee and a bagel. I was hoping to give her breakfast in bed, but she was up before I got back! Anyway, on the way home from the bagel place I was listening to a radio station and the morning radio personalities were giving all kinds of Valentines Day statistics.
They were pretty much making fun of the day, and I wasn't paying real close attention as they were conversing about the most popular gifts, and how much chocolate is eaten. I'm not a big social media guy, but I found it interesting that apparently there is a 49% increase in relationship status changes on Valentines Day. One stat they gave as sort of a warning, and it did get me thinking. They didn't give any sources but they said, 10% of relationships that break up, do so on Valentines Day. Ouch, that seems cold!!
I guess Valentines Day might stir up some important questions, and make one wonder about key issues. Is he or she really my Valentine? Do I really love her, or does she really love me? If the stats I heard on the radio are correct, this day of romance causes a good number of folks to wonder about the reality of true love in their relationships.
This day may have you wondering too. You may be thinking about that one you love, or longing for a special someone to love, or according to statistics you might be breaking up with that not so special someone. If this day has stirred up some wondering about love, know that there is one love you need never wonder about, and that is the love that God has for you.
God has demonstrated His love for you in the cross, and that tremendous love for you has not wavered one bit, ever. On this day that love is celebrated, we of all people ought to be the most joyous, for in Jesus we have the assurance of the greatest love ever known.
Happy Valentines Day!
