As my birthday approached last month, my husband asked what I wanted as a gift. Honestly, I couldn’t think of anything I truly needed. Sure, there are always fun or unique things that could be added to our home, but when I paused to really think about it, a wave of gratitude washed over me. I began counting my blessings — the countless small joys that fill my days, the laughter we share as a family, the moments that make my heart full. I realized that what I already have means so much more than anything money could buy.
The joy I felt came from knowing I am deeply loved, just as I am. I didn’t need anything to bring temporary happiness, because right now, my heart is content. I am loved not only by my husband and family, but also by my Heavenly Father.
Granted, I make mistakes every day, and though I try to make things right quickly, I’m still amazed that I am loved despite my flaws. That reminder fills me with peace — the same peace found in my relationship with God and reflected in my relationship with my husband. Their patience and love are beyond measure, and with that, how could I ever feel alone?
As we move out of February – the month most often associated with love – I am reminded that God’s love creates belonging. It is a love that pursues the forgotten, defends the vulnerable, and calls each of us into His redemptive work.
It reminds me of the song “Just the Way I Am” by Big Daddy Weave:
Unbelievable, I’m blown away it’s true
By the matchless love that I’ve found in You
Undeniable, the change in me
It makes me want to dance
When I think about how
You love me, You love me,
You love me just the way I am.”
The lyrics remind me that God’s love doesn’t depend on me being “good enough.” His grace covers my shortcomings, and He loves me completely, just as I am.
God’s love is even more than we can comprehend. His love is eternal, unconditional, and steadfast — a love that never runs out, never gives up, and never fails. His character defines love itself. He proved that through Jesus’ sacrifice and His promise that nothing can separate us from His love.
“For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Romans 8:38–39 (ESV)
Friend, God not only loves you — He adores you.
It’s natural to think love must be earned, because our culture often ties love to performance: do something good, receive love in return. But that’s not how God loves. His love isn’t conditional or transactional. He loves you because that’s who He is. He chose to love you long before you did anything to deserve it, and that love was forever proven on the cross.
“For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16 (NLT)
Now, try reading that verse with your name in place of “the world.” God so loved YOU that He gave His one and only Son. That’s how much you mean to Him.
That’s the truest definition of love, and the best gift ever.
So, if today you find yourself doubting that you’re loved enough or searching for joy in things rather than people, stop for a moment. Look around. God’s love surrounds you – from the daffodil pushing through the frosty ground, to a warm hug, to a small act of kindness from a stranger.
Remember this simple truth: God’s love is always more than enough.
Seek Him today, knowing you are fully, perfectly, and eternally loved.
