God’s Love on Valentine’s Day: A Love That Never Leaves

3 days ago
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Valentine’s Day can be sweet.

It can also be… complicated.

For some of us, it brings chocolate, flowers, and an “I’m thinking of you” kind of love.

For others, it shines a spotlight on what feels missing: a relationship that ended, a marriage that’s strained, a longing that won’t quiet down, or an ache you can’t put into words.

And if you’ve ever felt the sting of being overlooked—by people who should have loved you well—this day can feel like a reminder you didn’t ask for.

But today, I want to offer you something steady.

God’s love on Valentine’s Day is not measured by someone else’s attention.

It isn’t dependent on someone’s mood, maturity, or ability to show up.

It doesn’t disappear when you’re struggling, grieving, tired, or unsure.

God’s love is not like man’s love.

And thank God for that.

When man’s love fails, God’s love remains

Human love can be beautiful. It can be a gift. It can reflect the heart of God when it’s healthy and rooted in truth.

But human love is also limited.

People can love you sincerely and still disappoint you.

They can mean well and still wound you.

They can promise forever and still walk away.

They can love you deeply and still not know how to love you well.

That’s why God’s love on Valentine’s Day matters so much—because His love doesn’t rise and fall like ours does.

Scripture says:

“God is love.” (1 John 4:8)
“Nothing… will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans 8:38–39)
“I will never leave you nor forsake you.” (Hebrews 13:5)

Read that again: never leave you.

Not when you’re at your best.

Not when you’re at your worst.

Not when you’re joyful.

Not when you feel numb.

His love is steady. Constant. Faithful.

God’s love on Valentine’s Day means you are never alone

If you’re single today, you are not “less than.”

If you’re married but lonely, God sees you.

If you’re healing from betrayal, divorce, rejection, or disappointment—God is not repulsed by your pain. He draws near.

One of the most powerful truths I’ve had to learn (and relearn) is this:

You can be alone without being lonely when you are anchored in the love of God.

God’s presence is not a cliché. It is a comfort.

The world may celebrate romance today, but Heaven celebrates something deeper:

A God who pursues.

A Savior who redeems.

A Father who stays.

And when you truly begin to receive His love, you stop begging people to be what only God can be.

A simple reminder about His love

God’s love on Valentine’s Day is:

Not earned (you don’t have to “perform” for it)
Not fragile (you won’t break it by being human)
Not temporary (it doesn’t expire when your life gets messy)
Not conditional (it doesn’t vanish when you struggle)

His love doesn’t just tolerate you.

He delights in you.

And you are allowed to believe that.

How to receive God’s love when you don’t feel loved

Let’s be honest: sometimes you can know something is true and still not feel it.

So here are three gentle, practical ways to open your heart today:

1) Let Him love you through His Word

Even a few minutes in Scripture can shift your soul. Start with Romans 8, Psalm 139, or 1 John 4. If you need a structured way to stay consistent, my Read the Bible in 30 Days resources might help you rebuild rhythm and confidence (start here: /post/reading-the-bible-in-30-days-february-challenge).

2) Talk to Him like He’s actually there

No fancy words required. Just honest ones. He can handle your truth.

3) Stop comparing your life to someone else’s highlight reel

Comparison will drain you fast—especially on days like today. God’s love is personal. It meets you right where you are.

A prayer for Valentine’s Day

Jesus, for the one who feels forgotten today—draw near.

For the one who feels rejected—restore what was broken.

For the one who feels lonely—wrap them in Your presence.

For the one who is tired of hoping—give them fresh strength.

Teach us to receive Your love, not just know about it.

Heal the places that still ache.

And remind us today that Your love is the truest love we will ever know.

Amen.

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