kiesha8185
Active Member
I used to read about 30-35 books a month as a child, so last weekend I decided to start back reading again. Before I was a Christian, I used to read books by Eric Jerome Dickey, Omar Tyree, Zane, etc. and I decided (for me) that books of that nature wouldn't be conducive for my walk, especially since I'm single.
So I set out to find some good urban Christian books, and I just finished reading Tia McCollors "A Heart of Devotion" and I thought it was a great read. Mind you...I'm guessing some of you may already be familiar with this author, but I am SOOOO late in the game!
Anyhoo, I felt like the book was very relatable. I like how she exposed real-life situations and I could see myself thinking/responding/identifying with the characters in many ways.
One thing I decided to do in response to this book was to go on a 1-year consecration and devotion with God where I focus on Him and growing spiritually in Him, and no longer be concerned by meeting a guy. The last couple months have been a battle for me as I am one of the few young adults in my church who is not yet married, engaged, or even dating I decided to devote this year to strengthen my relationship with my Heavenly Bridegroom and wait patiently until He finds me "ripe" for a husband.
This book really helped me to see that there should be no "rush" in getting married, and it's time I walk in the wholeness and completness I claim to have in Jesus. I shouldn't feel like my biological clock is ticking at 25! It wasn't until I began this consecration that I realize how much I was consumed with "being found by my Boaz". I'd go to Christian events with the hope of possibly approached by a guy. I can't speak for everyone else but it was always in the back of my mind to look good and go the extra mile for that reason. Once I made this decision for consecration, it was eye-opening and liberating as my intentions are now 100% for God and Him alone.
I know God will bring someone for me in His way and His timing, as He is the author and finisher of my faith. I trust His ways so much more than mine, and my eyes have been opened to the fact that I am not "lacking" in anything just because I'm single. The abundance of time I have for ministry and serving are priceless because I know once I become a wife and mother, I won't have this much time for Him because my time will be divided for my husband and kids.
God really spoke to me through this book and the Holy Spirit minstered to my heart. I will appreciate and enjoy my single years, because I may never get to spend hours upon hours serving the kingdom like I get to do now when I get to the next season in my life.
So I recommend this book, and I hope my testimony helps other single women out there. Be patient and wait on the Lord!
So I set out to find some good urban Christian books, and I just finished reading Tia McCollors "A Heart of Devotion" and I thought it was a great read. Mind you...I'm guessing some of you may already be familiar with this author, but I am SOOOO late in the game!
Anyhoo, I felt like the book was very relatable. I like how she exposed real-life situations and I could see myself thinking/responding/identifying with the characters in many ways.
One thing I decided to do in response to this book was to go on a 1-year consecration and devotion with God where I focus on Him and growing spiritually in Him, and no longer be concerned by meeting a guy. The last couple months have been a battle for me as I am one of the few young adults in my church who is not yet married, engaged, or even dating I decided to devote this year to strengthen my relationship with my Heavenly Bridegroom and wait patiently until He finds me "ripe" for a husband.
This book really helped me to see that there should be no "rush" in getting married, and it's time I walk in the wholeness and completness I claim to have in Jesus. I shouldn't feel like my biological clock is ticking at 25! It wasn't until I began this consecration that I realize how much I was consumed with "being found by my Boaz". I'd go to Christian events with the hope of possibly approached by a guy. I can't speak for everyone else but it was always in the back of my mind to look good and go the extra mile for that reason. Once I made this decision for consecration, it was eye-opening and liberating as my intentions are now 100% for God and Him alone.
I know God will bring someone for me in His way and His timing, as He is the author and finisher of my faith. I trust His ways so much more than mine, and my eyes have been opened to the fact that I am not "lacking" in anything just because I'm single. The abundance of time I have for ministry and serving are priceless because I know once I become a wife and mother, I won't have this much time for Him because my time will be divided for my husband and kids.
God really spoke to me through this book and the Holy Spirit minstered to my heart. I will appreciate and enjoy my single years, because I may never get to spend hours upon hours serving the kingdom like I get to do now when I get to the next season in my life.
So I recommend this book, and I hope my testimony helps other single women out there. Be patient and wait on the Lord!