As spiritually single women, we may have a harder path, but the good news is that Jesus knew where your path was headed even before you were born. Did we have a choice? Of course we did. Since this is the choice we made, God is merciful to meet us where we are.
If you have been rebellious, guess what? Jesus stretched out his arms, died for your sins and offers you forgiveness! If your husband has deceived you or abandoned his agreement to live in a Christ-centered home, God offers forgiveness for those sins! If Jesus can pay the price and forgive him, shouldn’t you extend at least as much grace? And forgive him for what his deception has meant in your life?
"Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit of life set me free from the law of sin and death."
Romans 8:1-2
Did we miss God’s plan for our lives? No, but clearly we chose Plan B when God had Plan A in mind for us.
“For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. I will be found by you," declares the Lord, "and will bring you back from captivity.” Jeremiah 29:11-14
Could the marriage partner you chose be the divine plan God designed just for your spiritual growth? Your path with an unsaved husband will provide you with unique opportunities for personal growth that you never dreamed of! Your husband has the opportunity to see and experience Christ through you. It is an awesome and rewarding challenge. Your mission everyday for the rest of your life is right in your own home. While others raise money and travel to “do missionary work,” you can do it at home; sometimes, even in your bunny slippers! And sometimes in your birthday suit (more on that later)!
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