I have been reminded these past few days from various conversations with single friends that singleness is a gift. And not a “hey thanks, but that’s a lousy gift” kind of gift… it is one to be genuinely  thankful for. Why is it so easy to forget that? I go through phases where I am pretty much nearly completely content with being single. And I go through phases where I think “if only…” or make disparaging  comments about my future as a nun. (haha) 

I really don’t want to wish away my single years. I want to make the most of them. I want to live life now, not make all sorts of plans for when I am a wife or mother. I want to read good books. Become a wise woman with a solid understanding of Christ. I want to travel. Use my money wisely. Develop hobbies. Invest in friendships. Do things that otherwise might be challenging down the road if my circumstances change. 

One of my all time favourite books is Faithful Women and Their Extraordinary God by Noel Piper. It is amazing. I love the way it describes women of so many different circumstances – single, married, working, etc. and how God used each of them in their unique place in life in such incredible ways for His glory. That is my desire. To know and be used by God for His glory. Whether I am a nurse for many years in Canada, whether I move overseas and work in an orphanage (scary!), whether I get to be a mom, etc. The future is so wide open, which is both exciting and alarming.  I am so thankful to be in His hands and to rest in the knowledge that all of the details are taken care of. I am thankful that God knows.