It's Valentines week at the Libby home and we have been in full swing here for a couple weeks already as both Hope and Lily LOVE to celebrate love! They are my sweet little romantics. There are cut out hearts of all sizes and colors taped throughout the house, hanging from the microwave, fans, oven, light fixtures and windows, thanks to my creative and artistic Hope.
Both girls have been busy all week, cutting, taping, coloring, punching out little hearts and writing their names and classmates names carefully on each card. Then when the card is perfect, beautiful and full of lovely words and pictures, they have taped a heart shaped lollipop to each one. They are SO invested in blessing the people they love. Aren't we all?
In our family devotions we studied Matthew 5:44 "But I say, love your enemies! Pray for those who persecute you." David challenged the kids to not just do things for the people we love, but also for the ones that may not like us, or have hurt our feelings. Immediately, Hope and Lily jumped up, ran to the table and made beautiful cards that said, "God loves you! Have a great day!". Hope's had a big sunshine on the front and Lily had carefully drawn two little girls holding hands in her card. David told the girls not to put their names on the cards, but to secretly bless the girls who had been mean to them at school. Honestly, I was surprised by their willingness to be loving and kind to the girls that had hurt their feels. Beyond that, they were both so excited and filled with so much joy, it truly blessed me! As we ended our devotions time together both girls prayed for the recipients of their cards, carefully put them in their bags and left for school.
So, now I ask you? Are you up for the Libby girl challenge this Valentines day? I wonder what the Lord could grow in your heart and my heart if we made the effort to bless and encourage our "enemies" in a thoughtful and loving way this Valentines Day? Ready, Set, GO!
Romans 12:10
Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.
“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”
2 Corinthians 13:11
Finally, brothers and sisters, rejoice! Strive for full restoration, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you.
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