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Jun 5, 2016
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Hello all,
I have been a Christian for about 7 years now and have had a few different relationships/interactions with other Christian men and every time I get into a relationship I lose my peace from God. Everyone says that it's because it's not the right time but I'm 32 and if right now isn't the right time then when is lol? I don't mind being alone because I have come to terms with the loneliness aspect of the single life. I'm just wondering if that means I am called to be single or what. Also sometimes when I'm around certain guys I get this extra heaviness and I lose my peace from God automatically. Has anyone ever dealt with something like this before? It's so strange because everyone acts like you can pretty much marry who you want as long as they are Christian and for me it is not like that. Any wisdom would be great.
 
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Sounds like you've made a time frame for marriage, but haven't sought God on His timing. If not now, then when? When God, who can see your life in ways you can't even guess, comes to the conclusion it's the right time. If He decides that at all. Marriage is not a right promised to us. And neither is getting married in our time frame. I'm 40, never been married. And not because I haven't wanted to. But for whatever reason God keeps me alone.
Some people don't marry until they're in their 40's. This idea of having to be married by X time or it's pointless reflects an attitude that it's all about getting what you want, when you want it. But marriage is not about what you get, but what you give. A good marriage is never too late. A bad marriage is a lifetime regret.
And sometimes, as I believe is my case, who God wills for you to marry may not be following Gods will. And their disobedience causes you to miss out.

Dont read ear into things so much. Single and 32 is not that big of a deal. To imply that it somehow has a meaning about your future is something you have fabricated, not based on any scripture or evidence. It's a bad habit to get into.

The point is there are a million possible reasons why you aren't married yet and no one here can speak factually as to your reason, only God Himself can do that. But a good place to start is seeking God above seeking anything else in life, even marriage. Marriage is not promised.

Hope it helped, even if it was not what you (or even me) wants to hear.
 
May 26, 2016
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Hello all,
I have been a Christian for about 7 years now and have had a few different relationships/interactions with other Christian men and every time I get into a relationship I lose my peace from God. Everyone says that it's because it's not the right time but I'm 32 and if right now isn't the right time then when is lol? I don't mind being alone because I have come to terms with the loneliness aspect of the single life. I'm just wondering if that means I am called to be single or what. Also sometimes when I'm around certain guys I get this extra heaviness and I lose my peace from God automatically. Has anyone ever dealt with something like this before? It's so strange because everyone acts like you can pretty much marry who you want as long as they are Christian and for me it is not like that. Any wisdom would be great.
If you loose your peace from God it's simply the wrong guy who doesn't have Him first. If God sends someone you only get more peace. How to find one though I haven't got the slightest idea.
 
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Hello all,
I have been a Christian for about 7 years now and have had a few different relationships/interactions with other Christian men and every time I get into a relationship I lose my peace from God. Everyone says that it's because it's not the right time but I'm 32 and if right now isn't the right time then when is lol? I don't mind being alone because I have come to terms with the loneliness aspect of the single life. I'm just wondering if that means I am called to be single or what. Also sometimes when I'm around certain guys I get this extra heaviness and I lose my peace from God automatically. Has anyone ever dealt with something like this before? It's so strange because everyone acts like you can pretty much marry who you want as long as they are Christian and for me it is not like that. Any wisdom would be great.
Maybe you're just attracted to the wrong kind of guy. Try dating someone opposite of who you're attracted to. You can marry anyone you want to, but why would you want to marry the kind of guy you can't stay with?

And why marry at all, if there is no need for a guy to fulfill you?
 

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Hello all,
I have been a Christian for about 7 years now and have had a few different relationships/interactions with other Christian men and every time I get into a relationship I lose my peace from God. Everyone says that it's because it's not the right time but I'm 32 and if right now isn't the right time then when is lol? I don't mind being alone because I have come to terms with the loneliness aspect of the single life. I'm just wondering if that means I am called to be single or what. Also sometimes when I'm around certain guys I get this extra heaviness and I lose my peace from God automatically. Has anyone ever dealt with something like this before? It's so strange because everyone acts like you can pretty much marry who you want as long as they are Christian and for me it is not like that. Any wisdom would be great.
I don't think that you were called to be single but simply have chosen the wrong guys. If you are lonely and desire a loving mate it is best to pray for God to search and find a man of your heart's desire.