So far in our quest toward a meaningful Valentine’s Day, we have talked about making a fun dinner and handmade valentines. Today, I am challenged to consider ways that will help my children to feel loved both by me and their heavenly Father.
A reminder~
I adapted an idea that I saw on pintrest with these hearts. I wrote phrases to my kids from God. Every time they look in the mirror, they are reminded of how God sees them.
Here are the phrases that I used:
Your name is written on his hand. Is 49:16 You are a divine work of art. Psalm 139:13 He cares about you. 1 Peter 5:7 You are delightful. Ps 147:11 He sings and rejoices over you. Zeph 3:17 You are forgiven. Ps 130:3-4 You are loved. 1 John 4:16 You are chosen. 1 Peter 2:9 He knows your heart. 1 Sam16:7 You are strong. Phil 4:13 You are beautiful. Song of Solomon 2:10 You are His friend. John 15:15 You are a light to the world. Matt 5:14 You are His child. I John 3:1 You are a winner. Romans 8:37 You are never alone. John 14:16A Gift~
A sweet friend gave us this book years ago. Each page is full of simple little sayings about how God feels about you. A few of my favorites:
“If he had a wallet, your photo would be in it.” “If he had a refrigerator, your picture would be on it.” “If he drove a car, your name would be on the bumper” “Face it friend, he’s crazy about you.”The book would make an excellent Valentine’s gift!
How to you plan to love on your kids this year? Please share!
A card~
This year what I want most is for my kids to see that they are God’s valentine. That He loves them more than they could ever think or imagine. That even when life is hard and tears flow, they are held by their Father.
This is the poem that I will write in their card this year.
You are God’s masterpiece- started in His heart, formed by His hands, and offered as a gift to the world. Much more than a work in progress… you’re His good work. What He started in you will gloriously unfold for a lifetime and be completed in heaven. He sees beauty in you because you’re made in His image and redeemed by His love. It’s true. God says you are… created, chosen, cherished, celebrated His forever. by Holly GerthHow to you plan to love on your kids this year? Please share!
Kim Sorgius
Kim is just a girl, crazy in love with Jesus. She's a single mother of 4, a passionate homeschooler and life-long student. After teaching 8 years in public school, she traded her M.A. in Early Childhood for sippy cups and homeschool co-ops. Kim is the owner and editor of The Homeschool Village and Not Consumed where she encourages others to rest victoriously in the hands of God, rather than allowing life's difficult circumstances to consume.
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Love the heart idea… totally going to copy! Thanks!
My girls are really loving it. I’m so happy that you can use it!
I love Holly’s poem. And a wonderful idea for your kids. My husband and I leave notes on heart shaped Post-its for each other (hidden, so we discover them unexpectedly!) It always blesses me!
That is a really sweet idea. Do you mind if I add it to my post for husbands? I’d love to share it with everyone!
Yes, I do love this post!
So glad! I’m always open to suggestions!
So gonna use this starting tomorrow morning…thanks Kim!!!!
I’m glad you love it Sharon! Praying that your kids will feel wrapped up in his arms, both this valentine’s day and everyday.
Awesome, totally awsome. I’m going to use this in my Sunday School class this Sunday.
What a great idea!