Loneliness arises in many situations. Losing a friend, being betrayed, separation from the church, misfortune, and a heartbroken marriage are all forms where loneliness occurs. The Christian woman responds to loneliness to dig herself into the Word of God deeper and be filled with the spirit in a time of sorrow and hurt feelings. Being single is not a punishment but rather a call to become Holy. Becoming Holy is a call to become like our Lord; having the same likeness as Him. When we think of ourselves as being single, we think that there is no one out there to be our companions or that special someone who makes us feel butterflies in our stomach, but we are dead wrong. The Lord is our everlasting companion and I know for myself, I often forget that He is ALWAYS here beside me, even in the times of heartache. Jesus knows our hearts' desires and longs to fulfill that for us. He wants us to have a longing for Him and to truly be a Godservant for Him. He will reward us for our obedience and willingness. He loves us so much that there is nothing He wouldn't do for our hearts to be happy and fulfilled. I believe being single is a way for the Lord to have you all to Himself for a little while so He can perfect you and prepare you. He wants the best for us and He longs for us to become Holy. Becoming Holy is accomplished through the Holy Spirit and by knowing and applying the whole of the Word of God to the hole in our lives. God is molding you and me in His likeness as we are in this time of singleness. But think, wouldn't you rather become more like Jesus than just being a "Negative Nancy" and sulking in your pain? Take this opportunity of being single to focus on the Lord of Comfort and become Holy. He's waiting for you and I promise He will never shun you.
1 Peter 5:10-
But may the God of all grace, who called us to His eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after you have suffered a while, perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle you.
He is here for us to lean on. "Be patient and wait on me", says the Lord.
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