Last updated on February 14th, 2026 at 04:26 pm
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Every February, the world turns pink and heart shaped. Chocolates, roses, dinner plans. And every year, someone asks me, “So… what are you doing for Valentine’s Day?”
Here’s the honest answer. I don’t celebrate it.
Not because I dislike love. And definitely not because I’m against showing appreciation. Actually, I care deeply about love. I just believe it deserves more than one commercial day.
As one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, I choose to keep my worship simple and centred on Jehovah. Many popular holidays have traditions that don’t align with Bible principles or Christian neutrality. So instead of trying to adjust them to fit, I simply step aside.
And you know what? It feels peaceful.
A Closer Look at Valentine’s Day’s Origins
Here are a few key facts about this holiday’s history:
- In the late 5th century, a pope replaced the Roman festival of Lupercalia—a pagan fertility celebration—with a feast day honoring Saint Valentine.
- The exact identity of Saint Valentine is unclear. There were multiple martyrs named Valentine who were executed on February 14 in the 3rd century.
- The ancient Greek god Eros evolved over centuries to become the familiar Cupid figure we associate with Valentine’s Day, embodying themes of love
Strange, right? But even without digging too deep, it’s clear that this holiday isn’t something Jehovah approves of.
Love Isn’t Seasonal – The Bible’s Perspective
The Bible reminds us at 1 John 4:8 that “God is love.” That means love isn’t tied to a calendar. It’s part of who Jehovah is. And if we’re reflecting Him, love should show up in how we speak, forgive, support, and serve others every single day.
Think about it.
Isn’t it more meaningful to leave a kind note in October?
To cook a favourite meal in June?
To send encouragement “just because”?
That kind of love feels real. Steady. Intentional.
How Can We Show Love in a Meaningful Way?
Here are a few simple but powerful ways to express love and kindness:
✔️ Write encouraging cards or letters to fellow believers.
✔️Send an encouraging message to a sister in the congregation.
✔️ Journal about ways Jehovah has shown loyal love to me.
✔️ Meditate on scriptures about genuine love.
It’s quieter. But it’s deeper.
A Small Gift for You
To wrap up, I have a gift for you, a set of printable postcards that you can download!
Feel free to share them with children in your congregation, Bible students, use them for a family worship project or, if you’d like, keep them for yourself as a handy refresher on why we choose not to celebrate this day.
Print on the cardstock for extra sturdiness.
Let’s make this February a time of genuine love, the kind that truly honors Jehovah.
So here’s a question to sit with:
How can I reflect Jehovah’s love today, in a way that feels real and lasting?
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