A Prayer to Walk in Love This Valentine's Day | Your Daily Prayer

Whitney Hopler

Crosswalk.com Contributing Writer
Published Feb 12, 2026

Valentine’s Day often centers on romance. For some, that brings joy and celebration. For others, it can stir loneliness or disappointment. But Scripture reminds us that love is far bigger than romance.

When Jesus was asked what matters most, He answered with one word: love. Love God fully. Love your neighbor as yourself. Everything else flows from these two commands.

Walking in God’s love doesn’t require perfect emotions or flawless behavior. It begins with a daily decision. Love is not just something we feel—it’s something we practice. It’s choosing patience instead of irritation. Kindness instead of indifference. Forgiveness instead of resentment. Service instead of self-focus.

Valentine’s Day can be a beautiful reset—a reminder that we are loved first by God. From that secure place, we are free to love others well. Whether you are celebrating with a spouse, spending the day with friends, or navigating it alone, you are invited to walk in the steady, faithful love of the Father.

Love grows as we practice it. And when we choose love, we draw closer to the God who is love.


Main Takeaways

  • Love is the foundation of faithful living.

  • God’s love is not limited to romance—it is relational, sacrificial, and active.

  • Loving God and loving others shapes every decision we make.

  • Love is a daily choice, not just an emotion.

  • Valentine’s Day can be a fresh commitment to walk in God’s love year-round.


Today’s Bible Verse

“Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.” – Matthew 22:36-40, NIV


Your Daily Prayer

Prayer excerpt for listeners:

“Help me love you with all my heart, soul, and mind, and let your love flow through my life so I can love myself and other people.”




headshot of author Whitney HoplerWhitney Hopler helps people discover God's wonder and experience awe. She is the author of several books, including the nonfiction books Wake Up to Wonder and Wonder Through the Year: A Daily Devotional for Every Year, and the young adult novel Dream Factory. Whitney has served as an editor at leading media organizations, including Crosswalk.com, The Salvation Army USA’s national publications, and Dotdash.com (where she produced a popular channel on angels and miracles). She currently leads the communications work at George Mason University’s Center for the Advancement of Well-Being. Connect with Whitney on her website at www.whitneyhopler.com and on her Facebook author page.

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