| I haven't had a boyfriend in awhile, and I'm not sure if it’s me that's stopping me or if God doesn't want me to have one. I guess I just want to feel wanted, but I also want to do what God wants me to do. I guess I'm having a hard time dealing with no boyfriend! | |
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Well, I'm not God, so I can't tell you what He's up to in your life, but judging by the fact that you're still struggling with contentment, I think it's probably safe to assume that God has some things He wants you to learn during this season of singleness—however long that may be.
"Wanting to feel wanted" is one of the great hindrances to contentment. At its very root, our desire as women to be desirable is a God-given characteristic. But since the Fall, our sin nature has twisted that natural desire into an ugly side of pride. It's not an easy desire to kick, but I'd encourage you to go after it. Spend time with God, and ask Him to reveal to you why you need a guy's attention or affection to validate (prove) your beauty and your worth. (The Big Sis Guide to Health & Beauty deals more with this topic. You can find it at the online store on this website.) When you need a little encouragement to remind yourself of what God thinks of you and why it’s worth waiting for the right guy, come back to the Life, Love and God website and read some of the questions and answers about contentment. It always helps to know you’re not alone! Love, |
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