One-minute read.
During my single years, I wanted to have someone call me theirs. I remember the nights, laying alone in my bed, tears streaming down my face, loneliness enfolding me in its arms. But then I discovered Proverbs 31:10-31, twenty-two verses from Solomon’s mom on what kind of wife he should find. Bathsheba’s words gave me direction.
Instead of focusing on what I didn’t have, I began to focus on what I did have: God, the best husband a girl could ever want. I started working on my character, applying the wisdom in Bathsheba’s words to my life. The Lord became my constant companion, calling me by name and providing everything I needed in Him. The Lord did bless me with a wonderful spouse, but first, He transformed me, preparing me for marriage.
“You’re the icing on the cake of what I already had,” I told Ron.
Drawing closer to the Lord and becoming His helped me not put unrealistic expectations on people. I don’t expect Ron to fulfill my needs; that’s God’s role. Taking the pressure off my husband allows me to enjoy his imperfections and partner with Him in our journey to serve the Lord, who called us by name and has a purpose for us.
The Lord knows your name; He calls you His. Lean into the Creator today and let Him provide for all your needs.
Prayer:
Lord,
Thank You for calling us by name and making us Yours. When doubt and despair attack us, God remind us of Your companionship in our lives, Jehovah Shamman, the Lord ever-present.
IJNIP. Amen
