For the sake of intriguing many Christians (I can't tell you how many friends updated their Facebook status with "Jesus is my valentine!" yesterday) into seeing what it has to say, it's a rather effective title. But I have to argue that there is nothing wrong with saying Jesus is your valentine.
The message of the article is very true: our relationship with Jesus should not be brought down to the level of a "petty high school relationship" based on feelings (heck, any relationship -- it doesn't really matter how old you are these days) because our love for Him should not waiver with our feelings. And His love for us never changes, period.
But who said that valentines are always based on emotions? Who says someone is only your valentine for one day? My parents were each other's "valentines" yesterday, and they've been together 21 years and intend to fulfill their vows to the very end. There's nothing petty about that.
The very definition of "Valentine" is a sweetheart chosen or greeted on this day . That doesn't mean you choose or greet them only on that day.
Jesus is your lover, and if you so choose to use the term "Valentine" on Valentine's Day, then go ahead. Just know your intentions behind it, and know that He's going to keep loving you -- and you ought to do the same -- when the roses have wilted and all the chocolate is gone.
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