GirlTalk: Single Season

As this past Saturday was Valentines, relationships seem to have been a more common topic recently. Once again, the Mahaney women, authors of the GirlTalk blog, have been sharing some very sound wisdom and encouragement. Over the last few weeks, they've been discussing Changing Seasons from childhood through adulthood. The current season is singleness. Posts beginning Feb 10 through current have been such encouragements! The posts include some perspective for those of us in the single season over Valentines. The overall message of the posts has been using the single season wisely for the glory of the Lord in service to His kingdom. God can do so much with a fully surrendered heart and life. I've been reminded to be thankful for this season. It has been and will continue to be a sweet time of getting to know my Heavenly Father more intimately and learning to depend on Him to fulfill me in every way. In other seasons of life, I may not have such freedom and ability to go anywhere or do anything the Lord appoints for me. I also believe theres a great benefit in a time of exploring God's gifts and callings for my life alone. It will be a great joy to see how the ultimate matchmaker designs my gifts and passions to fit perfectly with the man He's chosen for me to serve Him with.
I watched the Fireproof dvd recently and heard a song a sweet friend of mine, April, pointed out. Admittedly, I'm copying her by posting the lyrics but they fit so well things I hope to keep consistently on my heart and mind. Isn't imitation the best form of flattery? ;)

"While I'm waiting" by John Waller

I'm waiting
I'm waiting on You, Lord
And I am hopeful
I'm waiting on You, Lord
Though it is painful
But patiently, I will wait

I will move ahead, bold and confident
Taking every step in obedience
While I'm waiting
I will serve You
While I'm waiting
I will worship
While I'm waiting
I will not faint
I'll be running the race
Even while I wait

I'm waiting
I'm waiting on You, Lord
And I am peaceful
I'm waiting on You, Lord
Though it's not easy
But faithfully, I will wait
Yes, I will wait
I will serve You while I'm waiting
I will worship while I'm waiting
I will serve You while I'm waiting
I will worship while I'm waiting
I will serve you while I'm waiting
I will worship while I'm waiting on You, Lord