Love

An artist's rendering of St. Valentine; public domain via Wiki Commons

10 Things You May Not Know About Saint Valentine

How much do you know about St. Valentine, the man who inspired Valentine’s Day? Discover a few surprising facts about this saint.

9 Famous Love Letters To Inspire You

By Brett Leveridge6 min read

Be inspired by these famous love letters from Johnny Cash, Queen Elizabeth, and Beethoven when you write your own love letters.

Couple in silhouette on the beach in their true love story

7 Stories of Unexpected True Love

By Kaylin Kaupish4 min read

Are some couples just meant to be? This Valentine’s Day get inspired by these unlikely real-life love stories about people brought together by chance, fate—and even dreams!

Edward and Gracie walking in the woods as a way to celebrate lent without church

Finding a Way to Observe Lent Without Church

By Edward Grinnan4 min read

After boyhood memories of candle wax and incense and saints, finding a Lenten practice in a last act of love.

A young woman places her hands over her heart in gratitude

Favor in the New Year

You crown the year with a bountiful harvest; even the hard pathways overflow with abundance.—Psalm 65:11 (NLT)

Bible verse pages folded into the shape of a love heart at sunset

50 Best Bible Verses About Love and Devotion

By Kaylin Kaupish7 min read

What can Scripture teach us about loving God, loving each other, and loving ourselves?

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Prayer Power: Never Be Bored Again

By Bob Hostetler3 min read

Bob Hostetler shares how turning to prayer can relieve boredom and uplift your spirits.

How These Shells Became a Coincidental Sign from Above

By Catherine Neary-Komir3 min read

The special beach tokens reminded her of love and second chances.

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A Heart Like God’s

Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.—Colossians 3:12 (NIV)

An artist's rendering of an angel holding hearts; Illustration by Orlando Hoetzel

4 Heartwarming Valentine’s Day Stories

By The Editors6 min read

Heaven-sent signs, loving surprises and secret admirers—these divine stories show us the many kinds of love on Valentine’s Day.

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Rock-Solid Promises

For I am the Lord, I change not; therefore ye sons of Jacob are not consumed.—Malachi 3:6 (KJV)

A woman in nature with her hand on her heart feeling God's love through quotes

15 Amazing Quotes About God’s Love

By Sabra Ciancanelli2 min read

Find comfort and inspiration in these uplifting quotes about God’s love.