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Come February everyone is talking about LOVE. It’s in the air! The world celebrates Feb 14th as Valentine's Day; a day known to bring in a variety of emotions for a variety of people. There’s something there for everyone; the young men are trying to get something nice for the young ladies; couples begin preparations much ahead from surprises to special treats; married men are trying hard not to forget the date; after all its second only to the wedding anniversary. The flower vendors, bakers and restaurants are busy making money out of it all! There’s another section of folks who are single or have recently lost their dear ones, and feel the loneliest at this time of the year. Well, it’s safe to say all people are riding high on their emotions midway through February.

Here’s a word of advice for all singles:

It is important to understand the true meaning of love. It is more than just an emotion, especially when you have to make the very important decision of choosing your life partner. As a believer, it is important for you to seek God’s will. It is God’s will that we marry, and that too among believers! Keeping yourself pure and sanctified for your “to be” spouse isn’t just an actof commitment and respect towards him/ her, but also an act of worship towards God! It is also important to get the approval and blessings of parents because marriage isn’t just the union of two people but two families, and married life is a long race.

So for all the singles out there, as much as you are eager to find your Mr. or Mrs. Right, do take time out to prepare yourself and search in the right places. There is no other place like the House of God to find your future spouse.

Here’s a note for those who are married!

Do you cherish your love for each other? If yes, how do you express it? Garry Chapman explains beautifully how one can put love into action, in his book called the ‘Five Love Languages’. I have listed them here for our benefit:

1. Loving words – The Bible often reminds us of the power of our words in Proverbs 18:21. Hence, husbands, “be generous in paying compliments”; and wives, “be careful with the choice of your words”. Both, don’t make demands but requests!

2. Kind actions – We show kindness to our spouse when we serve each other by doing practical work. Doing some chore, when they aren’t expecting it, brings great joy.

3. Quality time – Every couple needs to spend time together regularly. There is a need for total focused attention (switching off phones / TV is a must). It requires effort and sacrifice but the dividends are very high.

4. Thoughtful presents – Spontaneous and unexpected presents can bring a huge amount of joy and a great sense of being special and loved. They needn’t be expensive; even a simple flower from your garden or a garnish over a favorite dish will do.

5. Physical affection – Physical affection is a powerful communicator in marital love and not just a prelude to making love. Touch can often communicate more effectively than words. Are you hearing it wives & husbands! 

Make a quick check on which area you are lacking in expressing love to your spouse. The greatest need we all share is to know we are loved, that we matter to others, that we are special to them.

The BIBLE says….

Love is patient; Love is kind

Through Jesus Christ, love you will find.

Love does not envy, it is not puffed up

Seek Him with your heart, He will fill your cup.

Love does not behave rudely, does not seek its own

Be kind to others, for this God has shown.

Love bears, believes, hopes and endures all things,

Give love to all and enjoy the  blessings Love brings.

Love Never Fails.