Valentine's Day is February 14th.

Well...what are you doing for Valentine's Day? If you are like most people who read my blog, you are not yet married, and more than likely, not in a dating relationship, because you are waiting for the right time to court. Sooo...what do you do on Valentine's Day? Sit around eating pop-corn and wishing your life away - wishing that you had a "Valentine"? (Though, technically, God is the best, and most romantic "Valentine" you'll ever have!) Well...you can do that...but that might not be the most effective thing you can do with your time. I have been reading around several places where other people also have had this same question...and may I present you with an idea? Here it is: Instead of using this Valentine's Day selfishly, or moping around the house (or school), why not use this special day to serve others?! If you are a girl, surely you can use the gifts that God has given you and creative thoughts that He can put into your mind to bless other young ladies that you know, who also have no "Valentine"! What about making them special cards, or pulling them aside to just remind them that Jesus loves them - even more than an earthly "Valentine" ever could. Perhaps you could focus on one particular young lady and write out some verses that God gives you for her in a nice Valentine's Day card. Flowers...or cookies anyone? Here is another thought: Marriage is a gift from God, so why not use this day to honor and bless those who already have found their earthly Valentines? You could babysit for them if they have young children, so that they can spend the evening alone with each-other. You could write them a card, thanking them for how they have displayed Christ's love through the way that they love and honor each-other. The ideas are endless! If you are a guy, the same things can apply to you - encourage other young men that you know to keep their hearts pure and wait patiently for the Valentine that God will someday bring them. Tell them how you've seen them grow and how they have encouraged you to press on. You guys are so creative...think hard, and ask God to show you what He wants you to do this Valentine's Day, and I'm sure you will be able to bless many people. Happy Valentine's Day!!!