HAPPY VALENTINES DAY! “LOVE BEYOND THE HEARTACHE” By ++Joshua Paul Logan
A Message of Hope and Healing for the Broken-Hearted This Valentine’s Day!
Happy Valentine’s Day to all the singles, widowed, separated, divorced, broken-hearted, victims of abuse, and those recovering from the devastation of being in a relationship with a narcissist.
As a man of Faith, I know firsthand that relationships are a source of mixed emotions for most people. I want to take a moment to acknowledge the pain and struggles that many of you may face on Valentine’s Day.
As many celebrate love and relationships today, it’s easy to get caught up in the idea that we must be in a romantic partnership to be complete. But I want to remind you that your worth and value come not from your relationship status but from your identity as a beloved child of God.
In the KJV Bible, it is written, “For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord” (Romans 8:38-39).
This scripture reminds us that no matter our circumstances, we are always loved and cherished by God. We don’t need to be in a romantic relationship to experience true love because God’s love is always available.
“You are not alone because you are loved by the One who created the universe, and His love is more than enough to fill the voids in your heart.” ~ ++Joshua Paul
If you’re feeling unloved or alone today, I want to remind you that you are not forgotten. You are seen, you are heard, and you are loved.
The KJV Bible says, “The Lord hath appeared of old unto me, saying, Yea, I have loved thee with an everlasting love: therefore with lovingkindness have I drawn thee” (Jeremiah 31:3).
This scripture reminds us that God’s love is not just a feeling but a choice. He chooses to love us, not because of anything we’ve done, but because of who He is.
As someone who has spent over 34 years in ministry, 23 years in pastoral ministry, and faith-based life coaching, I’ve seen many people, including myself, struggle with feelings of loneliness and isolation. But I want to remind you that you are not alone.
There are people who care about you, who want to support you, and who want to help you heal. And most importantly, there is a God who loves you more than anything and who wants to be your rock, your comfort, and your peace.
If you’re recovering from a toxic relationship, I can relate. I want to remind you that you are strong, you are resilient, and you are capable of healing. It’s not easy, but it is possible.
“The wounds of yesterday do not have to define the beauty of today, because with God, all things are possible, and His love can restore even the most broken of hearts.” ~ ++Joshua Paul
So on this Valentine’s Day, I want to encourage you to focus on self-love, self-care, and self-compassion. Take time to pamper yourself, to do things that bring you joy, and to surround yourself with people who uplift and support you.
Remember that you are worthy of love, not just because of your relationship status, but because of who you are as a person.
And to those who may be feeling like they’re not good enough or that they’re not lovable, I want to remind you that those are lies. You are enough, just as you are. You are adorable, not because of anything you’ve done but because of who you are. You are a unique, precious, and beloved child of God, and His love is available to you at all times.
I want to leave you with two inspirational thoughts that I hope will encourage and uplift you.
“Love isn’t just a fleeting emotion; it’s a conscious choice. When we make the decision to love ourselves, we create an open space for the divine love that God has for us to pour into our lives.” ~ ++Joshua Paul
“You don’t need a relationship to feel complete because with God, you’re already whole. His love is more than enough to fill any emptiness in your heart.” ~ ++Joshua Paul
So on this Valentine’s Day, I want to wish you a day filled with love, joy, and peace. Remember that you are loved, you are cherished, and you are enough, just as you are. Always remember that all things are possible with God, and His love can restore even the most broken of hearts.
As you navigate the challenges of being single, widowed, separated, divorced, or recovering from a toxic relationship, I want to remind you that you are not alone. There are people who care about you, who want to support you, and who want to help you heal.
Most importantly, there is a God who loves you more than anything and who wants to be your rock, your comfort, and your peace.
So take a deep breath, be kind to yourself, and remember that God loves you, and I do too! Happy Valentine’s Day! ~ ++Joshua Paul Logan
