Podcasts about singleness

Have you ever felt like singleness is just a sentence of loneliness? Are you fixating on the person you don't have, instead of the purpose God has for you right now? The truth is, singleness only feels like loneliness when you're doing it wrong. In this powerful episode, Preston Morrison challenges the destructive lies of isolation, manipulation, and desperation. He lays out how to Steward Singleness Like A Savage by replacing frustration with fierce preparation. You'll discover: The difference between God's path and your own plans (and why you must stop trying to force what God doesn't want). Why the enemy wants you to think "never" when God is actually saying "not yet." The critical link between the bar you set for yourself as a single person and the bar for the spouse you can marry. The six areas of preparation you can conquer today to ensure your future is built on a solid foundation going into a relationship. Stop letting singleness be a drain and start letting it be the fuel for your future!    

Lindsie and Kristen are ready for some peace and quiet! Lindsie gives an updates on her reading, how she's been able to find a new church to attend, and finally getting into a new routine with Jackson. Lindsie also address her current relationship status, reflects on past dating patterns and the struggle with loneliness. Kristen brings up the special crossover episodes and Lindsie responds to another podcast's response to them.Thank you to our sponsors!Branch Basics: Get 15% off with the code southerntea at Branchbasics.com/Southerntea #branchbasicspodCashapp: Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/e2o0vzbq #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/SOUTHERNTEAIQBar: Text TEA to 64000 for 20% off all IQBar products, plus FREE shipping. By Texting 64000, you agree to receive recurring automated marketing messages from IQBAR. Message and data rates may apply. No purchase required. Terms apply, available at IQBAR.com. Reply "STOP" to stop, "HELP" for helpMagic Spoon: Get $5 off your next order at MagicSpoon.com/SOUTHERNTEA. Or look for Magic Spoon on Amazon or in your nearest grocery store!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jonathan Kerhoulas. Matthew 19:1-12.

Jesus was super direct about His heart for marriage, divorce, and singleness. Join Pastor Rick as he dives into these subjects.   NEXT STEPS: I commit my marriage, future marriage, or singleness to the Lord. This week, I will reach out for help.

The finale of Love Actually- a series on love, dating, singleness and dating. DOWNLOAD the Prodigal Church app for more!FIND US ONLINE: prodigalchurchfresno.com If you're new, we would love to meet you!Fill the online connect card on our website and we will reach out to you. prodigalchurchfresno.com/connectINSTAGRAM: @prodigalchurchfresnoFACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/prodigalchurchfresnoIf you would like to Give to Prodigal Church, you can do so through our website, or through this link. Thank you so much for your generosity to Prodigal Church! prodigal.givingfire.com

Called to Flourish – Singleness and why it matters

In this episode of Pray the Word on 1 Corinthians 7:17, David Platt asks God to help us thrive whether we are in singleness or marriage.Explore more content from Radical.

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In this heartfelt and empowering episode of Widowed 2 Soon, host Michelle Bader Ebersole sits down with author and educator Lalonna West to talk about what it means to rebuild life, identity, and faith after loss. Though Lalonna's story comes from the end of a 25-year marriage—not widowhood—her journey of becoming “Solo & Saved” speaks powerfully to anyone learning to live again after deep heartbreak.Together, Michelle and Lalonna explore how faith can transform loneliness into purpose, and how God can use even the most painful seasons to grow us into who we're meant to be. They discuss practical ways to find peace and contentment in singleness—through journaling, gratitude, prayer, and creating your own “war room” for spiritual growth.Whether you're newly widowed, years into your healing, or walking through another kind of loss, this conversation will remind you that you are never truly alone. You'll gain encouragement to move from mourning to dancing, and tools to help you embrace this new chapter with grace and confidence.In this episode, you'll hear about:Finding faith and healing after the loss of a spouse or relationshipSeeing singleness as a sacred and purposeful seasonBuilding self-care and accountability routines that support growthThe inspiration behind Lalonna's book Solo & SavedOvercoming grief, loneliness, and cultural pressures to “move on”Practical steps to rediscover joy, identity, and purposeIf you're seeking Christian encouragement, real-life wisdom, and stories that remind you there is life—and light—after loss, this episode is for you. Click Here to learn more about the upcoming Widow Goals retreatClick HERE to order Michelle's book Widow Goals: Steps to Finding Peace When You Lose Your SpouseClick HERE to order the Widow Goals WorkbookClick here to be sent an email on the anniversary of your spouse's passing, wedding anniversary, and more Click HERE to review Widow Goals on AmazonBook Michelle as a speakerGo here to see a list of all the areas we have Widow Goals Groups⁠⁠To join our podcast listener community, send me a message here. Thank you!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here to apply to be a guest on Widowed 2 Soon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Michelle on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/widowed2soon_/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/widowgoals⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠See our videos on Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to our YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email me michelle@widowgoals.org

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A sermon from Matthew 19:1-12

In a culture that often pressures singles to find a spouse and tempts married couples to wonder "what if," how does God view singleness and marriage? Dr. John Neufeld explores what the Bible teaches about both callings from 1 Corinthians 7, emphasizing that each is a gift from God with unique advantages and responsibilities. He addresses the importance of contentment in whatever state God has called you to, reminding listeners that marriage is a lifelong covenant designed by God for our holiness, not just our happiness.The Gospel Alternative to the Cultures of Men: Being a Christian inevitably puts you in conflict with culture. In this three-week series, Dr. John Neufeld examines 1 Corinthians 5-7 to explore how the gospel creates a distinct counter-culture in the church. Addressing sexual purity, church discipline, and Christian identity, Dr. Neufeld challenges believers to live faithfully in a broken world—not by condemning culture, but by demonstrating Christ's transforming power through humble accountability, moral courage, and authentic community that offers hope to a watching world.

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10/26/25 Wounded Healers: Marriage & Singleness: God's Two Teachers - Doug Robins by City Tribe Church

Jesus Is A Healer (Matthew Chapter 4)

We hope you enjoy today's Scripture reading and devotional aimed at equipping you for moral and spiritual transformation. Today's Bible reading is 1 Co­rin­thi­ans 7:25– 40. To read along with the podcast, grab a print copy of the devotional. Follow us on social media to stay up to date: Instagram Facebook Twitter

1 Corinthians 7:6-9, 32-40

Is singleness or marriage the ideal Christian life? Dr. John Neufeld examines 1 Corinthians 7:1-7, showing that both callings have distinct advantages and challenges. Singleness offers freedom and undivided devotion to Christ, but carries sexual temptation and societal pressure. Marriage requires mutual sexual commitment as a lifelong spiritual discipline. God has specific plans for both the single and married.The Gospel Alternative to the Cultures of Men: Being a Christian inevitably puts you in conflict with culture. In this three-week series, Dr. John Neufeld examines 1 Corinthians 5-7 to explore how the gospel creates a distinct counter-culture in the church. Addressing sexual purity, church discipline, and Christian identity, Dr. Neufeld challenges believers to live faithfully in a broken world—not by condemning culture, but by demonstrating Christ's transforming power through humble accountability, moral courage, and authentic community that offers hope to a watching world.

You Are Valuable In The Sight Of God And His Angel ( Luke Chapter 15 )

In today's episode, we have the pleasure to interview Bob Wheatley, Author of, Single-Minded: Finding Purpose & Strength in Your Season of SinglenessBob  is a USA Today bestselling author, keynote speaker, and former professional athlete. His work has been featured on Way-FM, Focus on the Family, Christian Nation, and various other international outlets. Bob also works as a Personal Brand Strategist with Brand Builders Group, which is one of the world's top Personal Brand Strategy firms. Brand Builders Group advises some of the top personal brands in existence today, including people like John Maxwell, Ed Mylett, Jenna Kutcher, Lewis Howes, Amy Porterfield, Eric Thomas, and Nick Hutchison.In this episode, you'll learn why “marketing is slow but sales is fast” when it comes to book launches, the Book-In-Lieu-of-Fee strategy that turns a single keynote into hundreds of book sales, and the clarity-first framework Brand Builders uses to help authors and speakers identify who they serve, what problem they solve, and how to monetize their message.We hope you enjoy this incredible conversation with Bob Wheatley.To Learn More about Bob and buy his book visit: The Book: https://a.co/d/21OudO5app.helloaudio.fm/feed/20df5db5-0ccb-44e2-8fff-1bb4ac70c5bc/signuphttps://wealthyandwellknown.com/audiobook-rpp/?affiliate_code=173810https://freebrandcall.com/bookthinkers/Website/Socials:https://bobwheatley.com/https://www.instagram.com/bob_wheatleyhttps://www.facebook.com/wheatleybooks/https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-wheatley/https://youtube.com/@bob_wheatley0:00 Intro1:43 Intro to Bob & Brand Builders Group  4:31 “I will quit my job tomorrow if you let me work for you”  7:17 Culture & community value in a business  13:50 Why there should be a sales-mind behind a book launch  20:54 How to grow your mission as a business  24:43 Saving the best for first (not for last)  27:14 Starting your journey with Brand Builders  28:43 Advantages of a season of being single  33:49 The bestseller launch plan

Marriage isn't about you. Singleness isn't a cop-out. And your body? It's not yours anymore.In this message, we break down 1 Corinthians 7:3-7 and what the Bible ACTUALLY says about marriage, singleness, intimacy, and the gifts God gives us. Whether you're single, married, or figuring it out - this is for you.Key Takeaways:* Why “my body, my choice” doesn't apply in marriage* How to know if you have the gift of singleness (spoiler: it's simpler than you think)* The one biblical reason to take a break from intimacy* Why tithing protects you from yourself* The real virus: it's not lust, it's sin

OK boomer, if you think dating was tricky in your day when it was just dinner and a movie —ask Gen Z how it’s going now that it’s DMs and a Bible verse in the bio. Host Casey Harper is joined by Family Research Council’s Gen Z experts, Sarah Holliday and Rachael Woods, to discuss dating, political trends, faith, and singleness from a Gen Z perspective. What are Gen Z women looking for in men? Why are some turning more liberal? How can one manage the desire for marriage and steward the gift of singleness well? No matter which generation you're from, if you want to better understand Gen Z, listen in!

Marriage isn't about you. Singleness isn't a cop-out. And your body? It's not yours anymore.In this message, we break down 1 Corinthians 7:3-7 and what the Bible ACTUALLY says about marriage, singleness, intimacy, and the gifts God gives us. Whether you're single, married, or figuring it out - this is for you.Key Takeaways:* Why “my body, my choice” doesn't apply in marriage* How to know if you have the gift of singleness (spoiler: it's simpler than you think)* The one biblical reason to take a break from intimacy* Why tithing protects you from yourself* The real virus: it's not lust, it's sin

OK boomer, if you think dating was tricky in your day when it was just dinner and a movie —ask Gen Z how it's going now that it's DMs and a Bible verse in the bio. Host Casey Harper is joined by Family Research Council's Gen Z experts, Sarah Holliday and Rachael Woods, to discuss dating, political trends, faith, and singleness from a Gen Z perspective. What are Gen Z women looking for in men? Why are some turning more liberal? How can one manage the desire for marriage and steward the gift of singleness well? No matter which generation you're from, if you want to better understand Gen Z, listen in!

OK boomer, if you think dating was tricky in your day when it was just dinner and a movie —ask Gen Z how it’s going now that it’s DMs and a Bible verse in the bio. Host Casey Harper is joined by Family Research Council’s Gen Z experts, Sarah Holliday and Rachael Woods, to discuss dating, political trends, faith, and singleness from a Gen Z perspective. What are Gen Z women looking for in men? Why are some turning more liberal? How can one manage the desire for marriage and steward the gift of singleness well? No matter which generation you're from, if you want to better understand Gen Z, listen in!

#160 Being single can come with real challenges — from loneliness to questions of self-worth to the tension of waiting on God's timing. In this week's episode, Kim and Charlotte sit down with Shivani, one of their seasoned single co-workers, to talk honestly about what makes singleness hard and how she's learned to navigate through those things.Shiv opens up about: • Loneliness — and what it looks like to come to God honestly instead of avoiding Him • Self-Worth — how to stop settling for “scraps” of attention and anchor your identity in God's delight • Waiting — how to trust God's timing, live fully now, and embrace the life He's given youIf you've ever wrestled with unmet desires or wondered if God sees you, this episode will remind you that He does — and that He's writing a beautiful story in your life, even in the waiting.Listen in for honest stories, practical encouragement, and a reminder that you don't have to wait for marriage to live a full, faith-filled life. Resources mentioned in this episode:None Like Him: 10 Ways God is Different Than Us by Jen Wilkin The Attributes of God by A.W. TozerSome of the verses on Shiv's scripture ring:Zephaniah 3:17Galatians 4:7 Isaiah 49:16  Isaiah 43:4  Ephesians 1:4Ephesians 2:10 For more information about the podcast and the Loving Your Husband Before You Even Have One book, please visit ⁠www.kimvollendorf.com⁠ and www.amazon.com.To learn more about StuMo, visit https://www.stumo.org/For video clips from this episode, please visit our instagram page ⁠@sixonesis⁠Thanks for listening!

Send us a textMeet Amanda - my amazing incredible wife of just about seven months [tomorrow!] as we speak a little bit about our story of meeting with some thoughts on Singleness and Marriage - the hope is that Amanda will be joining me in some of my Season 6 episodes which i am, very excited about, but thought we would take some time out to introduce you to her voice and wisdom and Curiosity and fun. Enjoy! Support the showContact BrettFish:Tweet me at @FishbowlCodcast or @BrettFishABecome a Patreon of the PodcastThanks for listening and please share your thoughts and reflections on this episode...

Mark Lohman // October 19, 2025

A-A-Ron and B. Marie read though the Bible and discuss their triumphs and challenges as Single Christians.#dating #relationships #marriage #lonely #bible #biblestudy #chewthebible #navigatingcuffingseason

A-A-Ron and B. Marie read though the Bible and discuss their triumphs and challenges as Single Christians.#dating #relationships #marriage #lonely #bible #biblestudy #chewthebible #navigatingcuffingseason

A-A-Ron and B. Marie read though the Bible and discuss their triumphs and challenges as Single Christians.#dating #relationships #marriage #lonely #bible #biblestudy #chewthebible #navigatingcuffingseason

Send us a textJoin Mericha, Joinae and Cara T for Girl Talk....Conversing about life, womanhood, marriage, singleness, relationships, family, children, careers, faith and spirituality. This podcast broadcasts live from Glory 93.9FM Studios in Nassau, The Bahamas. Support the show

When cultural definitions challenge scripture, explore Christian teachings on marriage, singleness, and sexuality. This message anchors definitions in Jesus' original design from creation: marriage is a holy covenant between male and female, and singleness is an honored gift. God's Word is the highest standard of authority, offering guidance, grace, and healing for all relationship seasons. The path to identity and true intimacy is found in holiness and purpose.   Pastor: Jordan Hansen Series: You Asked For It (5) Title: Marriage, Singleness, & Sexuality Date: 2025.10.18+19 YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVQVNGAqiDEtVZxv79GmqhKpKEg1b-fud   LINKS:

50% of adults are single. Yet, our churches sometimes feel like they are built for only couples and families. In this message, we explore the unique challenges and opportunities following Jesus as a single person.

In this message from Costly Discipleship, Pastor Sean Gasperetti teaches from Matthew 19 on what Jesus says about marriage, divorce, and singleness. He reminds us that following Jesus in our relationships means surrendering comfort and control to honor God's design. Whether married, divorced, or single, we're called to reflect Christ's faithful love and find our ultimate fulfillment in Him.

Korie Robertson is in-studio with her grandma, Mamaw Jo, and three of her closest friends — Aunt Carol, Aunt Barbara, and Grace — for laughs, wisdom, and real talk about getting older. They spill on skincare, the best fashion decades, navigating loss, singleness, and keeping faith through it all. Family is important, but your friends are your treasures — and these ladies prove that laughter, love, and loyalty never go out of style. https://gominno.com — Get your first month FREE when you use code WHOA at sign up. Take advantage of this web-only exclusive offer today! https://shopbeam.com/sadie — Get up to 35% off PLUS 2 free gifts with code SADIE https://liberty.edu/Sadie — Get your application fee WAIVED when you start your future with Liberty University today! Chapters:  01:40 Why fear getting older?  01:58 Aunt Carol  03:25 Mamaw Jo  05:04 Grace  07:28 Aunt Barbara  09:15 Friend groups  14:30 Loneliness epidemic  16:30 Coffee order  16:50 Best movie of 2025  17:47 Favorite decade of fashion  19:41 Favorite travel destination  21:10 Skincare routine  22:13 Hardest thing about getting older  26:16 What used to be a big deal & now isn't?  29:17 Best advice for your 20 yr-old self  39:55 Hard times  42:46 Singleness & loneliness  47:07 Caring for aging parents  48:30 Healthy habits  55:15 What you wish younger generations knew about a good life  - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For many, being single can seem more challenging than ever before. In this sermon, we will explore how God would want us to approach singleness, and rethink it in light of the Gospel.

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This week, Kelsi chats with author and theologian, Dani Treweek about her work on singleness and the church, and in particular, her new book, "Single Ever After: A Biblical Vision for the Significance of Singleness." Dani argues that just like marriage, singleness points us to eternity and therefore has intrinsic value to the church. Timecodes: 00:00 Introduction03:41 The Church's Response to Singleness07:31 Navigating Societal Trends and Church Responses12:48 The Value of Singleness in the Church18:03 Understanding the Intrinsic Value of Singleness23:00 The Coexistence of Singleness and Marriage33:50 The Loneliness of Singleness in the Church39:30 Understanding Genesis: Singleness is not Aloneness46:25 The Misinterpretation of the Gift of Singleness56:43 Defining Sexuality and its Implications for Singles Show Notes:⁠Support 1517 Podcast Network⁠⁠1517 Podcasts⁠⁠1517 on Youtube⁠⁠1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠1517 Events Schedule⁠⁠1517 Academy - Free Theological Education⁠What's New from 1517:⁠Untamed Prayers: 365 Daily Devotions on Christ in the Book of Psalms by Chad Bird⁠⁠Remembering Your Baptism: A 40-Day Devotional by Kathryn Morales⁠⁠Sinner Saint by Luke Kjolhaug⁠⁠The Impossible Prize: A Theology of Addiction by Donavan Riley⁠More from Kelsi:⁠Kelsi Klembara⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Kelsi on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Kelsi on Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠Kelsi's Newsletter⁠Order Single Ever AfterDani's WebsiteFollow Dani on X

Sacred Singleness by Chicago Tabernacle

Every relationship in our lives is an opportunity to grow to become a person of love. How can we all intentionally build our relational lives, in The Way of Jesus? What role does friendship play? And what does faithful singleness look like?

Haley Scully, MA, is an experienced and relatable conference speaker, author and trainer who has been with Hope for the Heart since 2011. Currently serving as the Senior Vice President of Ministry Operations, she began her journey within the organization by working in onsite counseling programs before transitioning to international ministry, where she has provided training in over 35 countries. In her role, Haley oversees various initiatives, fosters partnerships, coordinates resources, and delivers fundamental counseling, coaching and care ministry training for church leaders and parachurch organizations globally. Additionally, she co-hosts the acclaimed podcast, Hope Talks, where she shares practical insights on discovering hope amidst everyday challenges. Haley holds a degree in Communications from Oklahoma State University and a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Counseling from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. She is deeply passionate about connecting those in distress with hope in Christ and applying God’s Word to their daily lives. To learn more about Haley, go to hopefortheheart.org Or you can learn about the upcoming conference at hopetogether.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

SummaryIn this episode of the Right Side Up podcast, hosts Danielle Strickland and James Sholl engage in a profound conversation with Karissa Sovdi about the complexities of singleness within the church. They explore the societal and theological implications of viewing singleness as a problem to be solved rather than a valid and fulfilling life choice. The discussion touches on the idolatry of marriage and family, the importance of celebrating life milestones beyond traditional markers, and the need for genuine community and friendship. Karissa shares her personal journey of dismantling the ‘future wife' identity and embracing the gift of singleness, while also addressing the burdens and misconceptions surrounding it. The episode concludes with practical advice for living a fulfilling single life and the importance of inclusivity in church communities. Check out more from Karissa at Surviving Christianity Unmarried‘I never really identified as a person; I identified as a future wife'Takeaways* Singleness is often viewed as a problem rather than a valid life choice.* The nuclear family is idolized in North American Christianity.* Celebrating milestones beyond marriage is essential for community.* Eternal life and fulfilment can start now, not just in marriage.* Celibacy and singleness can be gifts that allow for deeper connections with God.* Friendship is crucial and often overlooked in discussions about singleness.* Comparison can lead to feelings of inadequacy and loneliness.* The church needs to create inclusive spaces for singles.* Marriage should not be seen as the ultimate goal or solution to loneliness.* Practical steps can help individuals embrace and celebrate their singleness.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Karissa Sovdi01:32 Exploring Singleness in the Church03:50 Dismantling the Future Wife Identity07:43 The Idolatry of Family and Marriage11:02 Celebrating Life Beyond Marriage14:41 The Gift of Singleness and Celibacy18:50 Understanding Celibacy and Singleness21:15 The Role of Friendship in Singleness24:54 The Burden of Singleness in Church29:37 Reimagining Community and Connection32:11 Jesus' Example of Singleness35:17 The Crisis of Loneliness and Friendship38:29 Practical Steps for Living Singleness Well42:52 Conclusion and Resources Get full access to Right Side Up: Danielle Strickland at daniellestrickland.substack.com/subscribe

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Joy and purpose in singleness, plus a single guy’s take on being unmarried, and is it ever time to give up on marriage completely? Featured musical artist: James Peden Roundtable: What to Love About Being Single Singleness isn’t a death sentence. The Bible considers singleness a noble calling, so whether you’re content as a single or you’re praying for a mate, use your single season to grow, serve, build relationships, learn and embrace adventure. In honor of National Singles Week, our guests, all single, share their best stories and advice for embracing singleness with confidence and joy — and taking time to enjoy the ride. Send Us Your Show Ideas Leave Us a Voicemail Watch This Segment on YouTube Culture: Making the Most of Singleness Bob Wheatley was a pro baseball player. He’s now a brand strategist, author, speaker — and single guy. He recently wrote a book about navigating life as an unmarried man in his early 30s, and what it looks like to walk in faithfulness today while hoping for marriage in the future. Bob uses everything from the words of Paul to lessons from his own life to outline the advantages of singleness, the need for accountability and friendship, and the blessings of trusting God with your single season. Single-Minded: Finding Purpose & Strength in Your Season of Singleness Visit Bob’s Website Inbox: Is It Time to Become a Nun? Our listener is discouraged and wants to know if she should give up on marriage and consign herself to a nunnery. Lisa Anderson weighs in. Find us on YouTube If you enjoyed listening to The Boundless Show with Lisa Anderson, please give us your feedback.