Christian Valentine's Day Gifts for Him and Her

Valentine's Day is a good excuse to tell the people we love what they mean to us. For Christians, it is also a reminder of where love comes from. As 1 John 4:19 puts it, "We love because he first loved us." A gift that carries that message, whether it is a verse she can wear or a cross he keeps close, will be around long after the chocolate is gone.

We've organized this guide by who you're shopping for. For each idea, we've included the verse behind the design, so you can tell the person why you chose it. That small explanation is often what makes a gift memorable.

Christian Valentine's Day Gifts for Her

A shirt with a love verse

A faith shirt is one of the easiest gifts to get right, because she will keep wearing it long after February. Our Original Love Letters Shirt turns the nails and the crown of thorns into a valentine. The idea is that the cross was God's first love letter to us, and it comes from Romans 5:8, which says God showed His love for us while we were still sinners. It is a sweet design for Valentine's Day that still makes sense in July.

If she likes color, the His Love Endures Forever Shirt comes in a bright pink and borrows the refrain that closes every verse of Psalm 136. Both are soft cotton-blend tees in our modern, slightly tailored fit, so she can order her usual size.

Jewelry she can wear every day

Jewelry is the classic Valentine's gift, and a cross gives it a meaning she will think about each time she puts it on. The Eternal Love Pendant Necklace sets a heart at the center of a sterling silver cross. It is a picture of 1 John 4:16: "God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them." It is delicate enough to wear every day and pretty enough for a Valentine's dinner.

For a more casual style, the Fresh Mercy Stone Bracelet pairs soft-colored natural stone beads with a small white cross. It was inspired by Lamentations 3:23, the promise that God's mercies are new every morning, which makes it a thoughtful gift for someone who is going through a hard season.

Something cozy for weekends

Not every gift has to be dressy. The Floral Cross Distressed Hat has a cross made of embroidered flowers on a light green cotton cap, with a soft, broken-in look and an adjustable fit. It is an easy pick for the friend who lives in ball caps, and a quiet way to wear her faith to the farmers market or the soccer field.

Christian Valentine's Day Gifts for Him

Men are often harder to shop for, so we've kept these ideas simple and practical. The My Story His Glory Men's Shirt is cut for men and built around Psalm 115:1: "Not to us, Lord, not to us but to your name be the glory." It suits a husband or dad who would rather point to God than to himself. Most men find it runs slightly slim, so size up once if he likes a relaxed fit.

If he doesn't wear graphic tees, a piece of everyday jewelry is a safe choice. The Triple Nail Cross Necklace forms a cross from three nails and is made of stainless steel, so it resists tarnish and keeps its finish with daily wear.

For a man who would rather wear a ring, the Engraved Cross Ring is a sterling silver band with a small black cross engraved in the center. It is understated enough to wear to work every day, and since it is made for both men and women, it makes a meaningful match if the two of you want to give each other rings this Valentine's Day.

For a man who likes to start his morning in the Word, Prayers On Fire For Men is a devotional rooted in the Psalms, with a prayer and a reflection for each day.

Small Gifts for Friends, Teachers and Small Group

Valentine's Day isn't only for couples. A small gift for a Sunday school teacher, a mentor or the women in your small group can be a real encouragement.

The Blessed Saved Loved Sticker Pack comes with five vinyl stickers, including Blessed Saved Loved, Be Kind and Salt & Light. They are weather-resistant, so they hold up on a water bottle or laptop, and they are small enough to tuck into a card for each person in your group.

For a teacher or small group leader, a tote like the Consider The Wildflowers Tote Bag is something she will actually use to carry her Bible and notebook. It has boxed corners for extra room and reinforced stitching on the handles, and its message from Luke 12:27 is a gentle reminder that God cares about every detail of our lives.

Make It Personal

Whatever you choose, the note matters as much as the gift. Write out the verse behind it and a sentence about why it made you think of them. A few verses that work well in a Valentine's card are 1 Corinthians 16:14, "Do everything in love," Song of Songs 8:7, "Many waters cannot quench love," and 1 John 4:7, "Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God."

You'll find more ideas in our Valentine's Day collection, and orders over $65 ship free in the U.S.