What if I am suppose to be single?

I was convicted this week. I was pursuing a relationship instead of being pursued. I am a take charge, planner, let’s get this done type of gal. I needed to stop, pause, and just think.

I have been dating, each date has led to prayer. God, is this the mate you want me to be with? If not make it clear and if so make that clear. I  would and do pray for the other person, their families, and some of the problems that they were facing. I have met some amazing men along this journey.

The thought came to me this week. I want so badly to be in a Godly union, has that become my idol? If God did give me a husband would he be before God? I didn’t like the feeling. I never want my kids, my life, or a future spouse to take precedence over God.

God is first.

I am a servant.

I know this weekend might be tough for some. I have been single and I have been married over the holidays. Last year I was married watching my husband slowly die, Valentines was tough to say the least. I know he is in the arms of God and is so much  better this holiday than last year. I can’t imagine the magnitude of being in Heaven.

I know my true Valentine is my God who has his always comforting arms around me. I am his and he is mine. I can’t think of a better gift than that. So if you are single you are never alone. If you are with someone and your partner gives you a great gift or the gift brings disappointment, know that your true Valentine will never let you down. You are God’s.

If you haven’t accepted Christ as your savior, it is easy to do. Ask, for Jesus to come into your heart, believe he died for your sins, and admit you need a savior. It is that simple.

I serve a God who  knows the number of my hairs on my head, who knit me in mother’s womb, who planned me before creation, who made me in his image, who loves me…

God loves you.

If you are frustrated with a worldly relationship, stop to pause, remember who you belong to.  Happy Valentines day.

Read:

Psalm 139 and Matthew 10