On this day that celebrates love and that can sometimes feel like a judgment to those without a romantic partner, I want to remind you that you are loved without measure by the One who created you and died for you. He designed you to be who you are, and no matter if there are people who reject who you are, God has a purpose and plan for you just as you are!
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Thank you for sending this today. I just returned from church where the couples were standing together and holding hands as they sang hymns. I thought this was a wonderful expression of their love for each other, but felt a little lonely. It was so thoughtful of you to remind those of us who are alone today that we are never reallyt alone and never unloved.
Thank you, Fern. I know it, but I needed to hear it again.
God loves each one of us very much. He promised to never leave us. He is with us all the time. Lets stay in love with Jesus and stay close to Him. Happy Valentine Day every day.