Your Love Language

Let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love. 

– Hebrews 10:24

God designed each one of us with a strong desire to be loved.  But what if our love has different “languages”?  

In his book, The Five Love Languages, author Gary Chapman states that each of us likes to give and receive love in different ways.  Specifically, he breaks this down into five “love languages” that each of us “speak.”

Here is a quick overview of them, which I personalized for you. Which ones resonate with you the most?

1. Words of Affirmation – For you, words speak louder than actions.  You love compliments and hearing the words “I love you.”  You desire others to count the ways they love you.  Criticisms crush your spirit and ruin your day.

2. Quality Time – You feel loved when you spend time together without distractions.  Undivided attention, complete focus, and good listening makes your heart sing.  Postponed dates drive you crazy.  

3. Receiving Gifts – When you receive a thoughtful gift, you feel known and loved.  It doesn’t have to cost a lot of money but if it’s from the heart, you feel cared for.  If your birthday or special holiday is missed, love leaks out of your heart.  

4. Acts of Service – When someone chooses to ease your burdens by completing your chores, their work screams love to your heart.  The words, “Let me do that for you,” are beautiful and fulfilling.  But when others are lazy or give you more work to do, your love tank is emptied.  

5. Physical Touch – You love hugs, holding hands, and thoughtful touches because they communicate love in a real and tangible way.  You touch others when you’re excited, concerned, or want them to know you care about them.  Being accessible physically is of the utmost important.  If you feel neglected, you shut down and have a hard time forgiving.

   

You can take the test to discover your love languages at: www.5lovelanguages.com/profile/

Once you discover your love language, share it with those closest to you. Let’s spur one another on to give and receive love in the unique ways God designed us to love.

Engage With God - Read and Reflect

DAY 18 – Your Love Language

Let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love. – Hebrews 10:24

Daily Reminder:  

God designed us to give and receive love daily.  Think of ways you can spur others on today to love openly and deeply.    

Real Life Reflection Questions:

To discover you Love Languages, take the short test: http://www.5lovelanguages.com/profile

1. What is your primary love language?

2. What is your secondary love language?

3. Who could you ask to take The Five Love Languages Test?

4. Make an intentional plan to LOVE one person close to you through their Love Language this week.  Write down your plan here:

QUICK PRAYER – 

Lord God,

Thank you for helping me to better understand how I receive and give love through the best channels / languages of love.  Let your love flow through me as I intentionally love ______________ this week.  

In Jesus’ Precious Name I Pray, Amen

TODAY’S THOUGHTS – My Love Languages Show Me….

Personal Bible Study- Read, record, and reflect on these scriptures. Let them seep into your soul.

John 13:34-35 – 

Ephesians 4:2 –