Do you ever wonder why the God of love does the extraordinary in us and through us?
Love is something special. Love is something we trust, treasure, and celebrate. Valentines Day is a vivid reminder that it takes more than one day on the calender to communicate our expressions of love and say, "I love you."
Even on those difficult days when there is friction in friendships. God's spirit of love opens our hearts with humility and forgiveness. Praying our prayers, we let God's love be the bond that restores and strengthens relationships. In doing so, God will be glorified.
Recently, during a visit with one of your teachers-she shared a story that touches her heart and mine as well.
There is a sweet boy sitting next to you in class named Jose'. His family moved to the United States 3 years ago from the Dominican Republic. His parents do not speak English. He struggles with learning English and needs additional instructional help during class. Your teacher advised me you've "taken him right under your wing". You do all your 'center work' together, you encourage him and respond patiently to him, you've taken extra time in helping him understand the questions your teachers are asking during lessons. We can't imagine how hard it has been for Jose'- 4th grader fitting into a new school in a foreign country.
Now I see more clearly your sudden interest in Spanish that led to buying you a student version Spanish/English dictionary in the bookstore 2 weeks ago :)
We are so proud of you for going the extra mile- being a soft place for someone else to land on a rough day.
God looks on us through eyes of love. Perfect love. The more we embrace His love, the more trusting and available we become to celebrate the greatness and goodness of His love with the world around us.
So remember, always take the high road and walk in love.
Three things will last forever--faith, hope, and love--and the greatest of these is love~ 1 Corinthians 13
Happiest of Valentines Days Dear Daughter.
You are loved by God and us...always and forever.
Love,
Mom
