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You Will Have a Harvest
Life can sometimes feel like a confusing maze, where it seems like rules don’t matter and actions go unnoticed. Many people wander through this world believing they can act without consequence, thinking that they can do harm without facing any repercussions. But let’s be real: that’s not how life works. Our Heavenly Father has established…
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Look Up and Be Alert
Larry and Renee met during orientation at their new job six years ago, and from that very first interaction, Larry felt an undeniable spark. There was something unique about Renee that drew him in, but he never found the courage to take the next step. They worked on the same floor, often crossing paths during…
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When Truth Lands
Many of God’s daughters put a lot of effort into relationships that were never meant to end in marriage. When these relationships drag on, they often bring a burden that takes time to notice. By the time you realize you’re on the wrong track, it can be hard to change direction. Sacrifice is a very…
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The Activity of God
Ecclesiastes 11:5 (NLT) “Just as you cannot understand the path of the wind or the mystery of a tiny baby growing in its mother’s womb, so you cannot understand the activity of God, who does all things.” This verse really drives home how mysterious and beyond our grasp God’s work can be. Just like we…
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Words that Lead to Peace
Ephesians 4:29-32 (NLT) provides clear guidance on how we should communicate and live our lives. It says, “Don’t use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them. And do not bring sorrow to God’s Holy Spirit by the…
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What’s in Your Heart?
I’ve often heard the saying that you don’t truly know a person until you live with them. While there’s some truth to this, the Bible teaches us that the true nature of a person is revealed by what’s in their heart. Proverbs 27:19 (NLT) says, “As a face is reflected in water, so the heart…
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Never Married
Here’s the scenario of a Christian woman who is turning 50, has never been married, and deeply desires to be. She is troubled by the advice and attitudes of those around her: “What happened? It feels like I just turned 40 yesterday. Time has flown by so quickly. In just a month, I’ll be celebrating…
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Full of God’s Purpose
You don’t have to settle for a dull or empty life just because you’re single. Sometimes, a simple change in perspective can make a big difference. Instead of focusing on a list of ‘must-haves’ for a potential partner, try creating a list of qualities and actions you can bring to a new relationship. For example,…
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On the Path You’ve Dreamed About
A dear friend was finally on what she thought was the path out of a long period of singleness. She had met someone new at her church, and things seemed to be progressing well. He was following the steps that her pastor had taught—pursuing her with genuine interest. He called her almost daily, checked in…
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Embodying the Qualities You Desire
Many of us are concerned about the increasing number of Christian women that are single but greatly desire marriage. This trend prompts us to reflect on what might be contributing to the situation. We could probably come up with a dozen possible explanations, and they might include a scarcity of suitable Christian men, issues with…
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Wherever Your Treasure Is
Marriage was never intended by our Heavenly Father to be a difficult union. It is infinitely more than a legal contract. From the very beginning, God established marriage as a sacred covenant. In Genesis 2:24 (NLT), we read, “This explains why a man leaves his father and mother and is joined to his wife, and…
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Christians Can’t Become Too Comfortable
Being single can be challenging, especially when you’re shouldering responsibilities like raising children, working, and managing all the household expenses on your own. The weight of these responsibilities can sometimes feel overwhelming, opening the door for despair, doubt, and loneliness to creep in. Many single Christian women find themselves wondering how much longer they can…
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Understand What God Wants You to Do
When you meet someone new who seems compatible, it’s very exciting. You might think that your prayers have been answered and find your perspective shifting from being lonely and sad to feeling optimistic and hopeful. Over the past several months, you’ve invested quality time praying often, studying the scriptures and meditating on God’s Word, preparing…
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Be on Guard and Alert
We live in uncertain and unpredictable times, where even the things we once took for granted, like our basic comforts and security, are no longer guaranteed. With so much up in the air, it’s crucial for us to stay alert and prepared. We cannot know the exact moment when our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ…
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In Search of the Other Half that Makes You Whole
Josephine’s biological parents were both alcoholics—her mother frequently in and out of rehab, and her father unable to keep a job for more than a month or two. Her grandmother took her in, raising her alongside her two cousins. Despite the abundant love Josephine’s grandmother provided, she always felt an emptiness from the absence of…
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My Husband Is in God’s Hands
Most men I know would likely agree that respect is the most important quality in a wife. This consensus suggests that, for many men, respect is a fundamental aspect of a successful marriage. Mutual respect not only sets the stage for a lasting union but is also a truth that seems universally acknowledged. Given its…
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A Dream Fulfilled
A close friend and I were talking about how much she’s grown over the past year. She’s been abstinent and placing her trust in God while navigating her current season of singleness. Her last three-year relationship ended in disappointment when the man she was with confessed he wasn’t ready for marriage. It didn’t take a…
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After Years of Praying
In John 15:7 (NLT), Jesus Christ imparts a jewel of truth about the power of earnest prayer: “But if you remain in me and my words remain in you, you may ask for anything you want, and it will be granted!” Remaining in Christ means prioritizing God’s Will above all else in our lives. This…
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A Love Built on God’s Standards
“I know exactly what I want from a man, and I want a relationship on my own terms. I think I deserve that.” My friend made this declaration as if it were her greatest epiphany. For those of us who know her well, reconciling this bold proclamation with the on-again, off-again relationship she’s been entangled…
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A Bitter Woman Who Finally Gets a Husband
God’s plans for us are always filled with hope and promise, and His intentions for our lives will ultimately prevail. However, our journey to receive these blessings can sometimes be hindered if our focus is misplaced or if our hearts are not aligned with His Will. As a woman who desires marriage, it is essential…
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Before Your Vineyard of Love is Ruined
In Song of Solomon 2:15 (NLT), we read, “Catch all the foxes, those little foxes, before they ruin the vineyard of love, for the grapevines are blossoming!” In this verse, “foxes” are used metaphorically. Foxes were known to be destructive to vineyards, and during Old Testament times, their presence was considered a threat to the…
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Deny Yourself
Jesus Christ stated in Luke 9:23-24 (ESV), “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me. For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will save it.” These verses offer profound insight into what it truly…
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The Most Important Step to Godly Marriage
In 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (NLT), God’s Word teaches us a profound truth: “19 Don’t you realize that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and was given to you by God? You do not belong to yourself, 20 for God bought you with a high price. So you must…
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The State of Your Intimacy with God
Psalm 147:3 (NLT) “He heals the brokenhearted and bandages their wounds.” A close friend recently asked me what I would do if the person I loved the most betrayed me. She posed this question because it happened to her almost eleven years ago. While she has since recovered from the pain it caused, the memory…
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Get Rid of the Bad Stuff
Discernment is a powerful tool for guiding our decisions and choices. In our world, there exists both good and bad. James 1:17(NLT) tells us: “Whatever is good and perfect comes down to us from God our Father, who created all the lights in the heavens. He never changes or casts a shifting shadow.” In contrast,…
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Trusting God’s Wisdom for Relationships
King Solomon is the wisest man that ever lived. His father, King David, trusted God to deliver, forgive, and guide him through life. In Proverbs 4:4-5 (NLT), Solomon reflects on the lessons his father handed down to him: “4 My father taught me, “Take my words to heart. Follow my commands, and you will live.…
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God Can’t Be Rushed
There are inevitably days when being single feels like it’s outstayed its welcome. Longing for the companionship of a husband, you yearn for those days to pass quickly and never return. “Lord, how much longer must I wait?” you ask. The truth of Jeremiah 17:7-8 (NLT) gives us much-needed encouragement: “7 But blessed are those…
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You Don’t Know Their Story
In the midst of winter, my old neighbors moved away, making room for a new family to move into their house. This new family turned out to be a single mother with three children. Initially, they seemed reserved, but my old-school upbringing prompted me to push past surface impressions and extend a welcoming hand. “Hi,…
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God Never Makes Mistakes
Proverbs 31:10-12 (NLT) beautifully portrays the value of a virtuous and capable wife: “Who can find a virtuous and capable wife? She is more precious than rubies. Her husband can trust her, and she will greatly enrich his life. She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life.” Many hold this verse…
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Don’t Follow in Eve’s Footsteps
The Biblical record of Eve in the Garden of Eden isn’t just a cautionary lesson about temptation, but it also serves as a reminder of the influence of women and how we can use it to change the lives of others. Imagine this: Eve, living in paradise with everything she could ever need, including the…