Usually these things consist of something that has been on my mind or something that I have learned that seems utterly profound to me; however, today this post is about that holiday coming up. Which holiday, you ask? That's right - Valentine's Day. I have been known to call it "Single's Awareness Day," but I have realized a couple of things that I thought I would share with you.
1. I am a hopeless romantic, and as such I love the idea of setting aside a day to celebrate the people you love. Many people consider it just a stupid, cheesy day invented for florists and greeting card companies, but there is some actual history to Valentine's Day which *gasp* I won't go into. I like to think of it as more of a bookmark for anyone to take a breath and reflect on your own personal history. Whether that includes a spouse or not, I believe it to be of vital importance to recognize the love in your own life. I am not married, but I do have wonderfully loving parents, an adorable niece and nephew who show so much love, two of the best sisters anyone could ask for, much more family that I love dearly, and a legacy of love from my Grandparents. Also, I have wonderful friends and my children at work are so precious to me. All of this does not even compare to the love of Christ which I feel is continuously poured out on me - I am truly blessed to be surrounded by so much love.
2. Lately I have been truly convicted about my conduct and behavior. Am I kind with my words? Do I show love to both the people I love and strangers? I think so many times it is easier to show love to strangers than to those that are closest to you. How messed up is that? Do I show love to my children at school? Some of these precious little ones see me more than their own parents, and how many times do I have a bad attitude or become frustrated with them? The past few weeks, I have really tried to take a step back, to evaluate, to think, and to be more kind with the words that come out of my mouth and to show more love to the people I love the most and to my children at work. I am reminded of the verse in John 13:35 -
1. I am a hopeless romantic, and as such I love the idea of setting aside a day to celebrate the people you love. Many people consider it just a stupid, cheesy day invented for florists and greeting card companies, but there is some actual history to Valentine's Day which *gasp* I won't go into. I like to think of it as more of a bookmark for anyone to take a breath and reflect on your own personal history. Whether that includes a spouse or not, I believe it to be of vital importance to recognize the love in your own life. I am not married, but I do have wonderfully loving parents, an adorable niece and nephew who show so much love, two of the best sisters anyone could ask for, much more family that I love dearly, and a legacy of love from my Grandparents. Also, I have wonderful friends and my children at work are so precious to me. All of this does not even compare to the love of Christ which I feel is continuously poured out on me - I am truly blessed to be surrounded by so much love.
2. Lately I have been truly convicted about my conduct and behavior. Am I kind with my words? Do I show love to both the people I love and strangers? I think so many times it is easier to show love to strangers than to those that are closest to you. How messed up is that? Do I show love to my children at school? Some of these precious little ones see me more than their own parents, and how many times do I have a bad attitude or become frustrated with them? The past few weeks, I have really tried to take a step back, to evaluate, to think, and to be more kind with the words that come out of my mouth and to show more love to the people I love the most and to my children at work. I am reminded of the verse in John 13:35 -
"By this all men will know that you are My disciples - that you love one another."
3. Okay so maybe it is more than a couple. Anyways, my attitude and showing love is all part of this conviction to love on purpose. This may not make sense to anyone but me, but so often I feel like I am on autopilot. I sleep, eat, work - that's it. I wake up a week later, and wonder what I did the past week. I feel so shameful that I did not live that week, day, moment for what they are - precious gifts from God. I want my life to matter, to serve a purpose; therefore, I must live it on purpose. I don't want to take anything for granted, and I want the decisions I make and the things I do to serve a greater purpose.
So this Valentine's Day, I challenge you to look at your life and the chronicle of love in your life. I also hope that these words are of encouragement on your own personal journey.
Have a great week on purpose!
Much Love,
Colie
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