Valentine’s Day: Does Your Husband Feel Loved?

💭 Are You Expecting Your Husband to Make the First Move?

Be honest—are you hoping your husband will plan something special this Valentine’s Day?

Maybe you’re thinking:

• “Will he remember this year?”
• “I hope he surprises me with something nice.”
• “Should I do something, or should I wait and see what he does?”

If these thoughts sound familiar, you’re not alone. Many wives secretly hope their husbands will step up and make Valentine’s Day meaningful.

But what if, instead of waiting, you took the first step in showing love?
What if this year, instead of expecting to receive, you gave love in a way that speaks to his heart?

❤️ 1. Your Husband Wants to Feel Loved Too

Let’s clear up a common misconception: Just because your husband doesn’t express emotions like you do doesn’t mean he doesn’t need love.

He does—he just experiences it differently.

Here’s how many men feel loved:

✔ Respect & Appreciation – Feeling valued for who he is and what he does.
✔ Quality Time – Undivided attention and meaningful connection.
✔ Physical Touch – A hug, a touch on the arm, or just sitting close.
✔ Words of Encouragement – Hearing that he is doing a good job.
✔ Acts of Service – Thoughtful actions that make his life easier.

💡 Pro Tip:
If you’re not sure what makes your husband feel loved, notice what he complains about most.

• If he says, “You never appreciate what I do,” he likely needs words of encouragement.
• If he says, “You’re always on your phone when I’m talking,” he craves quality time.

This Valentine’s Day, love your husband in the way he understands it best.

💬 2. The One Sentence That Will Strengthen Your Marriage

Many wives wish their husbands were more romantic.
But what if I told you that one sentence could mean more to him than any grand romantic gesture?

Say this:

“I respect you, and I’m so grateful for all you do for our family.”

For many men, respect = love.
A husband who feels respected and appreciated will naturally want to cherish and care for his wife more.

Try these variations too:

• “I’m proud of the man you are.”
• “I love the way you lead our family.”
• “Thank you for working so hard for us—I don’t say it enough, but I see it.”

💡 Pro Tip:
Write it down in a note, whisper it before bed, or text it during the day.
It will stay with him much longer than you think.

🙏 3. Give Him the Gift of Prayer

The world says, “Buy something for him.”
But the Bible says, “Pray for him.”

“The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working.”
(James 5:16, ESV)

Your husband faces pressures you may not even realize.
The best way to love him is to cover him in prayer.

Here’s how you can pray for him:

• For his relationship with God – That he would seek the Lord daily.
• For his work and responsibilities – That he would be strong and wise.
• For his role as a husband and father – That he would lead with love.
• For his heart – That he would feel peace, confidence, and joy.

And if you really want to surprise him, pray for him out loud.
Hold his hand, and simply say:

“Lord, thank You for my husband. Please give him strength, wisdom, and joy. Help me to be a wife who supports and loves him well. Amen.”

💡 Pro Tip:
Even if you’re not used to praying together, just start.
A short prayer can create deep intimacy in your marriage.

🎯 4. This Valentine’s Day, Don’t Just Wait—Take Action

Instead of waiting to see what your husband will do, be the one to make him feel loved.

✅ Discover how he feels love and show it in a way he understands.
✅ Speak words of respect and appreciation—he needs to hear it.
✅ Pray for him and with him—this will strengthen your marriage more than any gift.

You don’t need flowers, chocolates, or a fancy date to make this Valentine’s Day meaningful.

Start by giving your husband what he truly longs for—love, respect, and prayer. ❤️