Could the wait be over?

[Hewitt]

Okay, it's really strange how God works sometimes. When I moved down here for college I had recently broken up with my past girlfriend and about a month had passed by. Unfortunately, things were still confusing in the relationship. When I got to campus, I can honestly say I wasn't attracted to anyone (small campus). However, over the course of times things have slowly began to change.

See, there is this girl who has a very outgoing personality. At first, there is no way I could ever picture us together, but as I've gotten to know her through my classes my eyes have been opened! Her knowledge of scripture and love of the Lord blows my mind. She lives her life as an example of what it means to have the joy of the Lord inside.

Through the past months I've had time to determine what really matters to me. My future wife must be fully devoted to the LORD above all else! She needs to be an encouragement to me and able to keep up with me Spiritually and hold me accountable. Amazingly, she fits the mold and even more suprising yet, she's interested in me.

I'm still hesitant in a sense but I think God's opening some doors in my life and I just want to make sure I keep things in perspective. Right now, we just study together and stuff like that. Last night, she was baby-sitting my dorm dad's 7-month boy and I went over to ask her a question about an assignment and ending up playing with Jude (the baby) and helping out for two hours. It's just one of those things that I totally feel like God has given me and I don't deserve, but at the same time I'm kind of curious what he may have in store for me.

Anyway, just thought I'd share and it's something to pray about. I know I've learned so much over the past three months but I want to make sure I am ready to take on a responsibility like this again.

 

[Stanfi]

Seek God every step of he way with this girl!!

 

[Hewitt]

Seek God every step of he way with this girl!!

Thanks for the prayer and advice. And believe me, nothing is more important than seeking God for myself and her.

 

[Hewitt]

Please keep praying for this. Thanks.

 

[Katty]

AWWWWWWWWWW!!! That is sooooooo cute!!! But like it was said before, pray about it and things will fall into place. Best wishes to you

~Katty~

 

[Hewitt]

Hey, I just want to thank you guys for your prayers! God has a funny way of planting things and people in my life. This girl has really impressed me beyond my greatest imagination. Everyone has standards, but she totally redefined mine as I've come to know her more. Thought we are growing closer, she forces me to remember my priorities in life and keep things where they should be (yes, she forces ). The hard part is, I don't really know what she thinks yet, but I know she's definitely waiting for me. I've had my doubts, but God's opened some doors and I've only tip-toed in so far. Hopefully, with lots of prayer and courage, I'll crack the door a little further.

 

[Living4Him03]

Let God lead you in every step of the way...every little step! It sounds like He already is and that the two of you are headed in the same direction Keep prayin and putting God first and He will give you the desires of your heart, which it sounds like He already has!!! God bless! Keep us all updated !

 

[Quiet Storm]

Praying for you, bro!

I'm sure most of this forum knows about my undying love for godly relationships, so I'll keep you in mind. Take care.

 

[SoldierofChrist]

Take it easy, you're still young. If you are not financially capable of handling marriage (ie: at least one of you is working full-time) within the next year to a year and a half, there is no reason to get involved. It's only going to cause temptation on both your parts. Enjoy college and do what you need to do, but don't get involved prematurely.

 

[Hewitt]

Take it easy, you're still young. If you are not financially capable of handling marriage (ie: at least one of you is working full-time) within the next year to a year and a half, there is no reason to get involved. It's only going to cause temptation on both your parts. Enjoy college and do what you need to do, but don't get involved prematurely.

Just out of curiosity, are you a Joshua McDowell reader? That statement really reminds me of how he writes. Anyway, things are still progressing. We're keeping things in perspective and taking our time. The friendship is great.

 

[Living4Him03]

yay!

 

[SoldierofChrist]

No, I don't read McDowell. Keep your focus on God for now. Are you capable of handling marriage, say, within the next couple years? I wouldn't go longer than two.

Guard your heart.

 

[Hewitt]

I understand what it takes to be ready for marriage but I also know that I don't have to restrict dating to the two years before I'm ready. My parents are great example of two people who started dating when God opened doors and after five years of dating, they got married. I'm not going to let these decisions be driven by anything but God. If he wants us together, I know he will open doors. I'm a hard worker and I'll do whatever it takes, but trusting in God is above all else.