By James Johnson
There may not be a rose,
But the Rose of Sharon was given to you.
There may not be Latin romance,
But He walked the Via Dolorosa for you.
There may not be a hug,
But He outstretched His arms for you.
The nails did not hold Him to the cross.
It was His love for me and for you.
There may not be a beautiful sunset,
But He showed the Son Rise to you.
Valentine’s Day may not be many things,
But remember, Jesus loves you.
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