Am I Ready to Remarry?Sample

Day 3 - Contentment in Singleness

Once I realised that I needed to wait for God's timing, I felt incredibly frustrated. I truly believed I was prepared! In hindsight, I can't help but laugh because I was far from being ready. Why? The answer is simple: God needed me to be comfortable with myself and to rely solely on Him.

I remember having this encounter with Him where He challenged me with this question: "If I never bring a new husband into your life, will I be enough for you?" I was floored! How could He ask such a question just when I thought I was finally prepared to start out on a new journey with a new husband?

What I eventually learned over the course of an entire year was that before God could bring a new husband into my life, I needed to find contentment and peace in my singleness. I had to dedicate time to being alone with God. I needed to invest all my time in embracing and depending on Him.

I'm not going to lie, it was one of the most difficult times, but it turned out to be the most valuable preparation for my new marriage. Throughout that period of singleness, I discovered more about myself and the woman I am in the eyes of God. He prepared me for the new season of marriage by teaching me how to find contentment in my season of singleness.

Scripture: Philippians 4:11-12 "I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty."

Dive into the wisdom of Paul's words about contentment. This journey of singleness can be an opportunity to deepen your relationship with Christ. Discover the joy that comes from finding your fulfillment in Him alone. Remember that genuine contentment doesn't rely on having a spouse; it's rooted in having Christ as the focal point of your life.

Reflection: Think about the moments when you've felt truly content and at peace. How can you actively nurture that sense of contentment through your relationship with Jesus? What steps can you take to find joy and purpose in your singleness?

Prayer: Heavenly Father, in a world that often emphasizes finding completeness in relationships, I choose to find my contentment in You. Help me to nurture a deep and fulfilling relationship with Your Son, Jesus Christ. Show me the joy that comes from making Him the center of my life. Fill me with a sense of purpose and satisfaction that only You can provide. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.