You are already somebody!
God loves you whether you are
single or married. The deception of
being less than because you are single is a false sense of identity. Living
a single life takes self-control and
determination. A single life can be
amazing when your priorities are in
the right perspective.
Remember you are the apple of
God's eye whether single or married
and your first priority is to gain life,
and it more abundantly through
relationship withChrist Jesus.
While Waiting: A Single’s Perspective
By Partice Smith
There’s a great deal of conversation happening, surrounding the plight of Christian dating and preparation for marriage. In a world that lacks understanding of
our belief system and godly principles, we often combat what they condone.
However, a greater battle can be found within the four walls of the church. As
most leaders teach singles to get ready for marriage instead of getting to know
themselves better. For instance, there’s much controversy around being single,
as if, everyone is desiring marriage tomorrow. Contrary to popular beliefs, all
singles aren’t hard up for intimacy, and “boo” status, a good part are content
waiting for godly relationships.
Believing singles live by God’s Word, and wait on the Lord. Might I share a few
things to consider before entertaining marital bliss.
First, “Are you ready to sacrifice your time?” To give unrelenting until death do
you part. Do you have the energy to love unselfishly? Are you ready to share
and love unconditionally, an imperfect person? If you cannot answer yes unequivocally to these questions, then it’s not your season to be married.
Next, "Are you content being alone?" If you were to never get married, would
you still enjoy life? Would you be satisfied living single? These are questions to
ask yourself. Don’t let the propaganda of not being married allow you to lose
your faith in God’s promises for you as an individual.
Finally ask yourself, “Why you want to get married?” It is because of stability, or
intimacy? Getting married doesn’t make you whole or complete. Your self-value
should not be based on who you walk beside. It’s determined by who lives in
you. Christ on the inside completes you, making you a better you, regardless of
your candidacy for marriage.
If and when He decides you’re ready
for a mate, a spouse, a significant
other, a boo, is completely in His
timing. Until then wait on the Lord
to send the one that is uniquely
designed for you.
Scripture says, “He that finds a wife,
finds a good thing and obtains favor
with man and the Lord.” I purpose
that you live your life single and
satisfied, until you are ready for
marriage.
Ladies, allow yourself to be so hidden in Christ, that the only way one
can find you is through relationship
with Him.
Until next time remember to love
you, until God sends the one created
to love you more.
Live your life on purpose, with purpose, only found in God's will for
your life.