Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here, and look at my hands. Put your hand into the wound in my side. Don’t be faithless any longer. Believe!”

John 20:27

Love is not giant red hearts. It is not cute cherubs with bows and arrows. Love is not cards or flowers. Love does not come in packages with fancy ribbons. It is not a diamond, a ceremony, or a signed legal certificate. Love is not a movie, a poem, or a song. Love does not take. It does not keep score. Love is not possessive. It does not control. Love is not desire or lust or selfishness. Love is not a fluttery sensation. It is not goosebumps. Love is not a feeling. Love is an action, and love does not end. 

Real Love came down and was born in a stable. 

Real Love spent time with hookers and know-it-all’s, lepers and haters. 

Real Love gives, protects, and heals. 

Real Love forgives, restores, and redeems. 

Real Love is honest, selfless, and compassionate.

Real Love is patient, humble, and gentle.

Real Love is hope, truth, promise, and commitment. 

Real Love is sacrificial.

Real Love is obedient. 

Real Love is a Savior.

Real Love was hung on a cruel cross.

Real Love rolls stones away. 

Real Love is Jesus. 

And Jesus LIVES! 

If you ever doubt Jesus’s love for you, just look at His hands; look at His feet! They have love all over them and love right through them. If you ever wonder whether or not Jesus is truly on your side, just look at the spear-shaped hole in His! As you focus your heart on Him this Easter, remember this: He loves you more than words can say, but those holes say it all! Believe!! You are loved!