Valentine’s Day, a celebration of love and affection, provides a unique opportunity to reflect on the profound messages of love found within the pages of the Bible. In this compilation, we look into heartfelt Valentine’s Day Bible verses that not only inspire but also serve as a source of guidance for expressing gratitude and devotion. As we explore these verses, may they serve as a source of inspiration for deepening our connections and expressing gratitude for the love that enriches our journey.
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Valentine’s Day Bible Verses For Expressing Gratitude For Love
These scriptural gems offer timeless wisdom on the nature of love, relationships, and the profound impact that love, both human and divine, can have on our lives.
1. 1 Corinthians 13:4-7
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.”
2. Song of Solomon 8:7
“Many waters cannot quench love; rivers cannot sweep it away. If one were to give all the wealth of one’s house for love, it would be utterly scorned.”
3. Ephesians 4:2
“Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.”
4. Proverbs 17:17
“A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.”
5. Colossians 3:14
“And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.”
6. 1 Peter 4:8
“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.”
7. Romans 12:10
“Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.”
8. 1 John 4:19
“We love because he first loved us.”
9. Matthew 19:6
“So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore, what God has joined together, let no one separate.”
10. Zephaniah 3:17
“The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love, he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.”
Expressing Love and Gratitude on Valentine’s Day
11. 1 John 3:18
“Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.”
12. Romans 13:10
“Love does no harm to a neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law.”
13. Galatians 5:22-23
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Against such things, there is no law.”
14. 1 Thessalonians 5:11
“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.”
15. 1 Corinthians 16:14
“Do everything in love.”
16. Philippians 2:2
“then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind.”
17. 1 Peter 3:8
“Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble.”
18. Matthew 22:39
“And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.'”
19. James 1:17
“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.”
20. Romans 15:13
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”
Finding Inspiration in the Scriptures
21. 1 John 4:7
“Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God.”
22. Proverbs 3:3-4
“Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man.”
23. 1 Corinthians 16:14
“Do everything in love.”
24. 1 Peter 4:8
“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.”
25. Romans 12:10
“Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.”
26. Colossians 3:14
“And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.”
27. Song of Solomon 4:7
“You are altogether beautiful, my darling; there is no flaw in you.”
28. Ephesians 5:25
“Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.”
29. 1 John 4:16
“So we have come to know and to believe the love that God has for us. God is love, and anyone who abides in love abides in God, and God abides in them.”
30. Ecclesiastes 4:9-10
“Two are better than one because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.”
Biblical Quotes for Celebrating Love on Valentine’s Day
31. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
32. Psalm 107:1
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.”
33. Colossians 3:15
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.”
34. 1 Chronicles 16:34
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.”
35. James 1:17
“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.”
36. Philippians 4:6-7
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
37. Psalm 100:4-5
“Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations.”
38. Colossians 2:6-7
“So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.”
39. 1 Timothy 4:4-5
“For everything God created is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with thanksgiving, because it is consecrated by the word of God and prayer.”
40. Ephesians 5:20
“always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.”
Valentine’s Day Bible Verses for Thankfulness and Devotion
41. 1 John 4:19
“We love because he first loved us.”
42. Romans 8:38-39
“For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
43. Jeremiah 31:3
“The Lord appeared to us in the past, saying: ‘I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness.'”
44. Psalm 136:26
“Give thanks to the God of heaven. His love endures forever.”
45. 1 Corinthians 16:14
“Do everything in love.”
46. Romans 13:10
“Love does no harm to a neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law.”
47. Psalm 63:3
“Because your love is better than life, my lips will glorify you.”
48. Deuteronomy 7:9
“Know therefore that the Lord your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love him and keep his commandments.”
49. 1 Corinthians 13:13
“And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love.”
50. Romans 5:5
“And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.”
Conclusion
In the shade of life, love weaves a thread that connects hearts in a way that transcends time and circumstance. As we conclude this exploration of Valentine’s Day Bible verses, let the wisdom of these scriptures resonate within our hearts. May the principles of patience, kindness, and selflessness guide our interactions, fostering relationships built on the foundation of enduring love.
Whether in the context of romantic relationships, friendships, or our spiritual connection with the divine, these verses remind us that love is a powerful force that binds us together. As we celebrate Valentine’s Day, let us carry these teachings forward, expressing gratitude for the love that surrounds us and striving to be a source of love in the lives of others.
