A Love That Never Fails: Finding True Love in Christ
Valentine’s Day is often filled with flowers, chocolates, and heartfelt notes, all meant to express love. But while romantic love is beautiful, it’s not the ultimate example of love. The Bible teaches us about a love that is deeper, stronger, and everlasting, the love of God.
The world’s greatest love story isn’t found in a novel or a fairy tale; it’s found in the pages of Scripture. From the very beginning, God’s love has been relentless in pursuing us. John 3:16 reminds us, “For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life.”
God’s love isn’t based on what we do or how well we perform. It’s unconditional, sacrificial, and unchanging. While human love can fail or disappoint, God’s love never does. Lamentations 3:22-23 tells us, “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”
This truth is especially comforting on a day like Valentine’s Day, when so many people are looking for love or longing to feel valued. While relationships can be a blessing, they are not the source of our identity or worth, God’s love is.
The Bible describes love in a way that goes beyond emotions or fleeting feelings.
Love is not just something God does, it is who He is. Every act of love, kindness, and mercy originates from Him. That means the love we extend to others should reflect His perfect love: selfless, patient, and enduring.
When the Apostle Paul describes love in 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, he paints a picture of what it truly means to love like Christ:
– Love is patient and kind.
– Love does not envy or boast.
– Love is not proud, rude, or selfish.
– Love rejoices in truth and protects, trusts, hopes, and perseveres.
This kind of love is not based on personal gain or how someone makes us feel. Instead, it is a reflection of God’s love, one that is constant, forgiving, and sacrificial.
Valentine’s Day is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on how we can live out this kind of love. While the world focuses on romantic relationships, as Christians, we are called to love in a much broader and deeper way.
We should love our family and friends, as Christ would love them. True love starts at home. It means being patient when tensions rise, showing kindness even when it’s inconvenient, and extending grace when mistakes are made. Our families should be the first place where we model Christ’s love.
Jesus calls us to love not only those who are easy to love but also those who challenge us. In Luke 6:27, He says, “But I say to you who hear, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you.”
Loving our enemies is not easy, but it is a powerful testimony of God’s grace. This Valentine’s Day, consider how you can extend love to someone who may feel unseen, unloved, or forgotten. A kind word, a helping hand, or a simple act of generosity can be a powerful reflection of Christ’s love.
We should also love ourselves as God loves us. Too often, we tie our value to how others see us. But the truth is, our worth is not determined by a relationship status or how many Valentine’s cards we receive.
If you are single this Valentine’s Day, know that you are not lacking anything. God’s love is more fulfilling than anything the world can offer. If you are married, let your relationship be a reflection of Christ’s love, one that is selfless, patient, and full of grace.
The world’s version of love is often temporary. Feelings change, people fail, and relationships end. But the love of God is eternal. One of my favorite verses, Romans 8:38-39, gives us this incredible promise, “For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
Nothing can separate us from God’s love. It is constant, unwavering, and beyond comprehension.
This Valentine’s Day, whether you are celebrating with a spouse, spending time with family, or enjoying a quiet evening alone, take a moment to reflect on the greatest love of all, the love of God. Instead of measuring the day by worldly standards, let it be a time to draw closer to Him, to show love to those around you, and to rest in the truth that you are fully known and fully loved by the Creator of the universe.
No matter where you are in life, remember this: God’s love is enough. His love never fails.
Happy Valentine’s Day!
