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(1) The Goodness of Singleness Preacher: Rev. Angus Stewart Series: Christian Singleness and Marriage Scripture: I Corinthians 7:1 I. The Meaning II. The Application
(2) The Danger of Singleness Preacher: Rev. Angus Stewart Series: Christian Singleness and Marriage Scripture: I Corinthians 7:2, 6-9 I. The Meaning II. The Calling
“A string of uncommitted relationships is not the gift! God gives us singleness—a season of our lives unmatched in its opportunity for boundless growth, learning and service—and we view it [instead] as a chance to get bogged down in finding and keeping boyfriends and girlfriends. But we don’t find t
Perhaps you object: “But I am so busy with schoolwork, a job, and sports.” To that I say, “Good! Throw yourself into your studies and the other aspects of your station and calling; do them heartily unto the Lord.” But at the same time, be careful and ask, “Am I starting a trend right now of always p
I think this is the aspect of singleness that I struggle with the most and not for the reasons you may think. For myself, it is not as painful to think of a life without a husband as it is painful to think that the people of the church view me as inconsequential because I am not producing covenant c
You see, the single life can be fulfilling, and single people hold a special place in the church of Christ. Romans 12:4–8 reminds us that the body of believers has many different members, each with their own gifts and talentsand single people are no exception to this. But they have the somewhat envi
The apostle speaks of being happier in the single state, primarily with single-minded dedication toward the kingdom of heaven in mind, not denigrating the role of marriage as a covenant responsibility. Scripture considers the role of the single person in the church unique and vital.
Of course, for some it will be rather easy to be single, others will find it hard because they have a desire for married life, motherhood and family life. But the Lord always gives what is needed in all circumstances of life if we but live by faith and near to God. And don’t think for a moment tha
-- 47 of 79 -- Holiness in Marriage and Single Life or because the single Christian merits salvation by remaining single. But singleness can be useful to the kingdom of Christ. In certain instances, it is very useful. Singleness lends itself to greater devotion and service to Christ. Forsingle lif
In the church there are also those who must live alone for a long time after the death of a spouse. These are faced with tremendous changes in their life. It is not easy to come home to an empty house. It is not easy to be left with no partner with whom to have fellowship and friendship, with none