Transitions in Singleness: A Work in Progress

Wow, 2 posts within hours of each other. I am just going through a lot right now. This is all brand new to me and I don't know how to handle everything, anything for that matter. Today, I came across this passage from “Laurie’s Life” blog dated 12/10/10. It’s funny how when you are single you can become so frustrated and there seems to be now resolution of finding your husband, But when there is a possibility of someone, you wish you could go back and cherish your singlehood. I have a pattern of always looking back and not being present in what’s going on now today. I need to cherish the singleness that I have and at the same time enjoy my new friendship. Whatever God's plan is for my life, I pray that I am totally submissive to His will for me and I am reassured that He only wants the best for me.


Laurie says:

I feel like the Lord has prompted me to encourage a single girl or two today.I remember when I was single that the holiday time was usually the hardest for me. I always wanted a man at Christmas time! I want to remind you today that God loves you more than you can ever imagine.Have patience in waiting for God's very best for you! I promise that waiting on HIS CHOICE will be better than you can ever imagine. I always wanted to make something work out when I was lonely and that is never the wise thing to do. Let the man pursue you!Enjoy the life God has given you today! Don't look to your future with anxiety. Rest in the fact that you have lots of wonderful things to look forward to. I can never have that first date with Steve again or our engagement,etc.The verse that I have said over and over this week is James 4:8, "Draw near to God and He will draw near to you."He is the cure to your loneliness. You can have the best husband in the world and still be lonely. ONLY GOD can complete you and give you what you need.HIS timing is always perfect. HE is never late!

I really needed to read this. I have been fasting, praying and reading on all this stuff. And these encouraging words are a much need help. This is not the first time I have read something like this. But, sometimes you can't fully appreicate the message until you're in a different place in your life, and it might be too late. I hope it's not for me.

I know I make like it's the sadest thing in the world, but I am excited too. I know I will look back at this time and wish i was enbracing this change, but it's hard!