And my problem with feeling that way has less to do with the tangible fact, but moreso the negative emotion that comes tied to the tone of how I just said that.
I don't want singleness to be a dirty word, but rather the good & purposeful gift of my Redeemer that it is.
My view of walking out life as a single needs to be consistently brought back into focus; fixed again on True North; righted after being knocked upside-down & backwards.
First: it helps so much to remember that I am not Alone. This is multi faceted.
I not only have Holy Spirit presence and ability to come before the Throne of Almighty Grace at any time - I also have a community of family and friends that spans continents. And let's not forget the myriad in those circles of care, love & laughter that are single right along with me, in varying ages & walks of life.
When I sit down with them, I see so much opportunity for learning & encouraging across the board.
Second: I reach a near-scolding tone with myself as I reiterate truths I have already heard and had affirmed the more I hear real life stories from real people who love The Lord; As I read more of the Word & seek understanding from it, about it, through it. There is bigger picture stuff here people, and I dare not miss it because I am so focused on what I see as best for me. It must be remembered that I have limited vision & choose trust in the One with Wider Perspective.
And Third: I must remember Love. I am complete in it, because if it. It's a higher, deeper, vaster thing than I am capable of understanding. It's so often miscommunicated, misunderstood, mis-defined.
Without Jesus.
Who is
Love.
My four letter word.
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