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Jesus was Single Too: Lessons from His Life for Singles
Can singleness be a season of purpose and joy rather than loneliness and longing? We take a heartwarming look at how the life of Jesus offers insights into embracing singleness with love and intention. This episode is a heartfelt reflection on how Jesus’ life, rich in friendships and divine purpose, serves as a powerful reminder that singleness is not a deficit but a time of growth and preparation. We'll explore how Jesus’ relationships with his disciples highlight the beauty and depth of friendships, affirming that God’s love fills our lives, regardless of marital status.
As we celebrate the Christmas season, I invite you to reflect on the gift of solitude and discover the divine purpose woven into your single season. Whether you're reveling in or wrestling with solitude, our upcoming conversations promise to enrich this journey with insights and encouragement. I am grateful for your engagement and eager to hear your questions and thoughts, which will guide our future discussions. Be prepared for an uplifting exploration of how your single season is a beautifully unfolding story, crafted by God's love and perfect plan.
Hi, I'm Renee Richel, the founder and president of 1 True Match. I'm here to help you find and cultivate the love of your life. For over a decade, I've dedicated my life to the importance, purpose and dynamic of human relationships. My team and I are disciplined by faith, love and integrity to help our clients find the quality relationship they've always dreamt of. Each week, I will be sharing the tools and tips I've learned that have rooted my success as a matchmaker with other leaders around the world.
Renee Richel:Hello loves, welcome back. I'm excited to talk about the single season lessons from Jesus' life. Merry Christmas and welcome to another episode of 1 True Talks. I hope your holiday season has been filled with joy, love and the warmth of Christ's presence. As we celebrate the birth of Jesus, today's episode might touch on a perspective you don't often hear during the Christmas season the fact that Jesus was single.
Renee Richel:Yes, the most loving fulfilled and purpose-driven person to ever walk this earth remained single his entire life, but his singleness was never a story of loneliness or lack. Instead, his life was overflowing with purpose, rich friendships and a mission that changed the world. What a beautiful reminder for us as Christian singles the world. What a beautiful reminder for us as Christian singles. So, as we reflect on Jesus's life and the miracle of his birth, let's explore how his singleness can give us hope, encouragement and a fresh perspective of our own journey. After all, christmas is about celebrating him, and his life holds so many lessons for ours. Jesus' life had purpose, and so does yours. His life was full of purpose from the moment he was born. He knew why he was here to love us, to serve us and to lead us back to God. In John 4.34, jesus says my food is to do the will of him who set me and to finish his work. His fulfillment came from living out God's purpose, not from meeting someone or checking off milestones. I know it can be tough when someone around you seems to be pairing up and getting married and you wonder if you're missing out. But, just like Jesus, you have a purpose right now. Your life is not on pause. God has a beautiful plan for you and it's unfolding in this very season. You are exactly where you need to be. It's easy to feel like waiting is just waiting, like you're stuck in this in-between space. However, jesus' life teaches us that waiting is not wasted time. It's preparation. Before he started his public ministry, jesus spent years growing, learning and deepening his relationship with his Father, and when the time was right, he stepped fully into his purpose. In Isaiah 40.31, it says those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength. God is working in your waiting period. He's strengthening you, shaping you and getting you ready for what's next. Trust that he's not withholding anything from you. He's just preparing you for his best.
Renee Richel:Jesus was a good friend. One of the things I love most about Jesus is how he valued his friends. He didn't walk through life alone. He surrounded himself with people who loved him deeply His disciples, mary and Martha, and others who shared his journey. In John 15, 5, he says to his disciples I have called you friends. Can you imagine that? The son of God calling his followers friends? He laughed with them, cried with them, ate with them and shared his hearts with them. This reminds me that friendships are a gift. Sometimes we get so focused on finding the one that we forget the incredible love that's already around us, those friends who know your quirks, who pray for you, who show up when you need them. They're a blessing and, like God, we can live fully in those friendships. Don't underestimate how God is loving you through the people he's placing in your life. God is love. If you ever feel like your life is lacking because you're single, think about this. Jesus' life was overflowing with love and compassion.
Renee Richel:He healed the sick, comforted the hurting and welcomed those who felt outcast and welcomed those who felt outcast. His life wasn't defined by what he didn't have. It was defined by how much he gave. In John 10.10, he says I have come that they may have life and have it to the full. That's a promise for you and me right now. Fulfillness isn't something reserved for married people. It's available to all of us who are walking with Jesus. You don't have to wait to experience love. You can pour out love in your own unique way, through your kindness, your service, your creativity and your presence. Love is not on hold for you. It's alive and active in you. This might be my favorite part. Jesus understands us. He knows what it's like to live a full life as a single person. He knows the joys and challenges and the quiet moments. He's not just watching you from a distance, he's walking with you.
Renee Richel:In Hebrews 4.15,. It reminds us that Jesus is able to empathize with our struggles because he's experienced life just like we do. So if you ever feel lonely or misunderstood, remember that Jesus gets it and, more importantly, he's with you, so you're never really alone because you have the Holy Spirit in you. Wherever you go. This Christmas, I hope you find peace in knowing that your life is not lacking. Jesus was single and his life was rich, loving and full of purpose. Yours can be too. Your life is not on hold. It's happening right now.
Renee Richel:Embrace this season in life fully and remember that Jesus, our Savior, understands you more than you will ever know, that Jesus, our Savior, understands you more than you will ever know. So to all of my singles out there, you are seen, you are loved, you are cherished by God, just as you are. So embrace this season with joy, knowing that God has incredible plans for you. Your story is still being written and it's going to be beautiful. I pray you have a wonderful, fulfilled and purposeful rest of your Christmas season and remember you are loved beyond measure. I hope you have enjoyed this episode and continue to turn in every week on Thursday when we talk about a new topic, if you found this helpful and beneficial, please share it and spread the love to others. You know, next week we're going to talk about the gift of solitude, god's purpose in your single season. I hope you have a blessed week. I am going to love and leave you and can't wait for our next chat.
Renee Richel:It's been another great talk on this episode of 1 True Talks by Renee Richel. I look forward to our next chat. Please write in your questions and comments so I can be sure to talk about whatever it is you want to discuss in our next upcoming episode. Lots of love, god bless XOXO.