CELEBRATING SINGLENESS WITH A DIFFERENCE

ECCL 3:1, 11 Singleness spans the whole of the human race. It is a separate, unique and a whole stage in one's life, at one point in time or the other. We are going to talk about those who are waiting for the day they will walk to the altar and say yes i do. Remember that one day, you will surely give account to God on how you spent your life. There are different causes of singleness: Yet to find Mr. /Miss Right, educational ambition, freedom, sexual challenges, deliberate action, bitter experiences from people, marital pains and chronic illness among other things. ADVERSE EFFECTS OF LONELINESS 1. Problems of Loneliness 2. Loss of self esteem 3. Problem with self 4. Unable to handle emotional issues 5. Others HOW TO HANDLE SINGLENESS (Text: Luke 18:28-32) 1. Do not be subjected to pressure. 2. Stop canopy ministry; ladies don't sell your body. 3. Do not 'box' God out. 4. A broken relationship is better than a broken marriage. 5. Work on your appearance and self esteem 6. Do not covet to marry (prov 14:12). 7. Do not marry to solve problems. 8. Base courtship on the spiritual and not on physical attraction. 9. Celebrate each other. 10. Develop scriptural understanding about marriage. Conclusion Any relationship that does not draw you closer to God must be avoided.