I was going to write about being single. The more I got knowledgeable about this gift the more I realised I have some time to go before I really use it well. I am so caught up in trying to move to the next stage - finding a boyfriend or getting married - that I didn't appreciate this gift. I was unwise at times in my pursuit bringing men into my life who didn't value me. I am currently dating and although I am single before God, my dynamic is different to someone who doesn't have a boyfriend at all. Thus I have turned to the experts on this one. This is a powerful sermon by David Platt. Give yourself time to listen and be challenged.
I love this point that he makes "Singleness has a purpose that we must be careful not to waste. Use your singleness to bring glory to God."
Personally this is still work in progress - I'm learning to embrace my singleness even though I have a desire to get married and have children. I'm learning how to be content in this very situation and trusting/leaning on the truth that I am exactly where God wants me to be.
(video courtesy of youtube)
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