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I'm unhappy being single, Could be something to do with my 30th birthday fast approaching.
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Xen_Antares
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Has anybody else noticed the Demographics of whose happy single and whos not happy?
It seems most girls are quite content with their singlehood, while the guys are not overly thrilled about being single. Whats up with this?
It seems most girls are quite content with their singlehood, while the guys are not overly thrilled about being single. Whats up with this?
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not really.
there are some really angst ridden females out there. it's the overwhelming number of them - male and female - that made me start this thread.
i'd say the demographics is mostly age wise.
there are some really angst ridden females out there. it's the overwhelming number of them - male and female - that made me start this thread.
i'd say the demographics is mostly age wise.
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I'm not always happy about being single... there are times when I see my friends in seemingly perfect relationships and long to have the same thing. But God is teaching me to trust in him and give him everything, and I know that the God loves me with a unfading love, and was willing to die to rescue me from sin. Knowing that I have a God that loves me and that the best is yet to come, gives me something more than happiness...
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HoosierCanuck
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Being single beats being in a bad relationship and being 'lonely.' I have also observed enough screwed up lives of people I know to know that I've got it good. I just wish that everyone else in my immediate family could realize that my life isn't the pathetic joke that it appears to be. Yes, I am 'married' to my 3 jobs but I know when to rest and have fun also. I admit it would be nice to find a companion that enjoys the same things I do but since I live in Indiana and happen to like hockey instead of basketball...I guess that is Mission Impossible! lol!!
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God is preparing me right now, not only for the my soulmate, but for the ministry that He wants me to be a part of. I know its the time for me to pursue this and that i'm very likely not ready for a relationship. I feel lucky that i don't have to deal with both right now. Although i do feel lonely at times, i'm close enough to God that i can confront that feeling and realize i just want fellowship. I don't need someone to rely on, and i'm not ready to be the head of a household, so i feel pretty good for being single.
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I have been in one relationship, and honestly after how it went I am not interested in getting involved with anyone, until God provides the one he wants me to be with. Thankfully I have a group of friends that I can get all the emotional attention and support I need so I feel no need to seek out a romantic relationship
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ThereseTheLittleFlower
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I for one am happy be single, I plan on being a nun, so it will help me to get used to being single. Plus, there's more to life then dating, etc.
God Bless
<---That's the Pope, not a priest!
God Bless
<---That's the Pope, not a priest!
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LynneClomina
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i LOVE being single...
it pleases God that i can focus on Him more...
none of the hassels...
companionship? i can get a lot of that from my friends and family... especially other singles...
physical affection? i turn to God and submit it. not always easy to cope, but always worth it.
closed to marriage one day? nope. but very very cautious. seen too many bad marriages. but a lot of good ones too.
i do wish i had more of a spiritual covering, like one gets from a godly husband (hopefully). but i deal with it.
it pleases God that i can focus on Him more...
none of the hassels...
companionship? i can get a lot of that from my friends and family... especially other singles...
physical affection? i turn to God and submit it. not always easy to cope, but always worth it.
closed to marriage one day? nope. but very very cautious. seen too many bad marriages. but a lot of good ones too.
i do wish i had more of a spiritual covering, like one gets from a godly husband (hopefully). but i deal with it.
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Quiet Storm
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I'm happy in my current position. I'm still keeping my eyes open 
)), I'm still praying, believing, etc. but I used to be miserable and thought the only way to aleviate the misery was to be in a relationship. I still have LOTS of love to give and can't wait to give it (figuratively! ), but I just came out of an experience-not a relationship, not even having anything to do with anybody else per se, but just an experience- and I'm just taking some time to slow down a bit. As a result, I personally think I'm closer than ever to finally finding my "Eve". If no one knows, I'm counting on my first real relationship to be my only one meaning marriage on the first one *crosses fingers*, so I'm taking my time, not rushing anything and in the meantime praying and working on myself so when the time does come, I'll be ready and she'll be ready (for the relationship, that is! ). So I guess the answer is yes and no. I'm happy being single not in that I don't desire a relationship, but I'm happy, once again, in my current position. Basically "content in all things" would be the best way to put it. "Though it tarries, wait for it". I'm not in any rush.
)), I'm still praying, believing, etc. but I used to be miserable and thought the only way to aleviate the misery was to be in a relationship. I still have LOTS of love to give and can't wait to give it (figuratively! ), but I just came out of an experience-not a relationship, not even having anything to do with anybody else per se, but just an experience- and I'm just taking some time to slow down a bit. As a result, I personally think I'm closer than ever to finally finding my "Eve". If no one knows, I'm counting on my first real relationship to be my only one meaning marriage on the first one *crosses fingers*, so I'm taking my time, not rushing anything and in the meantime praying and working on myself so when the time does come, I'll be ready and she'll be ready (for the relationship, that is! ). So I guess the answer is yes and no. I'm happy being single not in that I don't desire a relationship, but I'm happy, once again, in my current position. Basically "content in all things" would be the best way to put it. "Though it tarries, wait for it". I'm not in any rush.
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m3ker said:
hey, I'm almost the same age as you and I don't feel that way at all! In fact, the older I get the more happy I am with my life, single or not.
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klewlis and everyone who's shared their happiness at being single, thank you, I enjoy reading your posts and glad to see someone's enjoying the life God's blessed them with. I wish I could share your happiness, even just a moment of it, but I can't. But Jesus never said life would work out the way we want or expect, did he?
But I'd also like to thank everyone who shared their fears and disappointment of the single life too, it makes me feel I'm not the only one out there with these thoughts.
But I'd also like to thank everyone who shared their fears and disappointment of the single life too, it makes me feel I'm not the only one out there with these thoughts.
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Starcradle
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I have been predominantly content with my single status. Long before I recommitted my life to the Lord, I enjoyed my solitude and never experienced a strong urge to date (the concept bored me senseless) . Consequently, I've never in actuality been in a relationship which, along with my age, may contribute to the increasing desire I currently possess for a mate.
Nevertheless, my conviction that I am not designed to recreationally date has only intensified since returning to the Lord. Nowhere in the Bible is it utilized as the method for finding a suitable partner. Furthermore, I believe that not engaging in recreational dating saves one a great deal of heartache and grief, most especially if you are as I am--readily inclined to care and become attached. I certainly do not wish to become emotionally bound to a man who is not meant for me. Hence I shall wait upon my King to spiritually prepare both my future mate's heart and mine so that when we come together, we will offer one another the best in Christ Jesus.
I was feeling especially lonely today following an incident with a gentleman that left me feeling rejected. As that door closed, I comforted myself with the following verses:
Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
Psalm 23
The LORD is my shepherd;
I shall not want.
He makes me to lie down in green pastures;
He leads me beside the still waters.
He restores my soul;
He leads me in the paths of righteousness
For His name's sake.
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil;
For You are with me;
Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies;
You anoint my head with oil;
My cup runs over.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me
All the days of my life;
And I will dwell in the house of the LORD
Forever.
If I had Jesus alone and nothing more, I would still have all I need and deserve, and yet He so richly blesses and spoils us all! He alone deserves honor, praise and glory, for His goodness is immeasurable and overwhelming!
Nevertheless, my conviction that I am not designed to recreationally date has only intensified since returning to the Lord. Nowhere in the Bible is it utilized as the method for finding a suitable partner. Furthermore, I believe that not engaging in recreational dating saves one a great deal of heartache and grief, most especially if you are as I am--readily inclined to care and become attached. I certainly do not wish to become emotionally bound to a man who is not meant for me. Hence I shall wait upon my King to spiritually prepare both my future mate's heart and mine so that when we come together, we will offer one another the best in Christ Jesus.
I was feeling especially lonely today following an incident with a gentleman that left me feeling rejected. As that door closed, I comforted myself with the following verses:
Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
Psalm 23
The LORD is my shepherd;
I shall not want.
He makes me to lie down in green pastures;
He leads me beside the still waters.
He restores my soul;
He leads me in the paths of righteousness
For His name's sake.
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil;
For You are with me;
Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies;
You anoint my head with oil;
My cup runs over.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me
All the days of my life;
And I will dwell in the house of the LORD
Forever.
If I had Jesus alone and nothing more, I would still have all I need and deserve, and yet He so richly blesses and spoils us all! He alone deserves honor, praise and glory, for His goodness is immeasurable and overwhelming!
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you know, when i started this thread, i didn't mean happy in the sense that i'm jumping for joy, but in the sense that i'm not agonizing over something i don't have. i don't see it as something that should be mine, something that's being deprived from me, or something that i deserve. i really don't.
and the point you make here is exactly why -- i have all i need, right here in the arms of Jesus Christ. sometimes i may long for more, but this is all i need.
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