markers have so many uses). The ones more sensual in nature, I might whisper to him while wearing a for-his-eyes-only outfit, and the verses describing forgiveness or the depths of God’s love are best included in a love note citing specific examples from our marriage.
The prophet Isaiah tells us that the Word of our God endures forever and reminds us that His Word does not return void. Instead, it will accomplish what the Lord desires and achieve the purpose for which it was sent. Can there be a better gift?
This Valentine’s Day, my gift may appear small and inexpensive, but the intention and heart behind this act of love will minister to my husband in a way nothing of this world can. I’m excited and filled with anticipation to see what fruits these twenty-eight days will yield. Do you want to join me? You can choose your verses dear to your heart or use my choices below. And if your husband is hesitant to accept a Scriptural gift you can always quietly pray these over him.
1. My beloved is radiant and ruddy, outstanding among ten thousand. ~Song of Solomon 5:10
2. Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. ~1 Peter 4:8
3. …I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness. ~ Jeremiah 31:3
4. Let your fountain be blessed, and rejoice in the wife of your youth, a lovely deer, a graceful doe. Let her breasts fill you at all times with delight; be intoxicated always in her love. ~ Proverbs 5:18-19
5. Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows. ~ James 1:17
6. Many waters cannot quench love; rivers cannot wash it away. If one were to give all the wealth of his house for love, it would be utterly scorned. ~Song of Solomon 8:7