Disappointment

Romans 8:28

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”

If you have the desire to be married, yet you haven’t been in a real relationship, you might find yourself questioning whether it’s going to happen for you. If you were in a relationship with someone you thought was “the one,” and it didn’t work out, it can make you question everything.

It’s natural to experience disappointment and doubt, but it can also lead us to question not only our desires, but God’s plan for our lives. In these moments, it's so important to remember that God is very aware of the desires of our hearts. He understands the depth of our longing and the pain of our waiting.

And here lies a beautiful truth in the midst of disappointment: it offers us an opportunity to draw closer to God, to trust Him more fully, and to find peace in His timing. God’s plans for us are always for our good, even when they don't align with our timeline.

If you don’t believe that, ask God to reveal all the ways that it’s true. Seek Him in prayer, not only for the fulfillment of your desires, but also for understanding and patience during the wait. In doing so, you'll find that His presence becomes a source of strength and hope, even in the midst of disappointment.

Allowing yourself to sit with God in your disappointment can transform it into a season of growth and deepened faith. In these moments, we learn to surrender our timeline to God, trusting that He will fulfill the longings of our hearts in ways that are beyond our imagination.

A Prayer for the Christian Single Dealing with Disappointment

God–

You know my heart desires to be in a relationship. It gets really discouraging knowing I’ve yet to find someone to be with. Please remind me that it's okay, will You? Help me understand that my worth isn't tied to being in a relationship. Guide me to find fulfillment in my relationship with You and others around me. Let me appreciate this single season for the self-growth it offers. And when the time is right, lead me to a love that reflects Your own.

In Jesus' name, Amen.