Today at church, the pastor shared a simple truth that has stayed with me all day:
The closer we grow to someone, the more we trust them. The more we trust them, the more we love them.
As I reflected on those words, I realized they apply not only to marriage but also to our relationship with God.
When we spend time with God through prayer, reading His Word, worship, and simply talking with Him throughout the day, we begin to know Him more deeply. We learn His character. We see His faithfulness. We experience His love. As a result, our trust grows, and so does our love for Him.
The same principle applies to marriage.
A healthy marriage is not built overnight. It grows through time, commitment, communication, trust, and a shared desire to become one. When both husband and wife are drawing closer to God, they naturally draw closer to one another.
Today, I found myself reflecting on my own past marriage and realizing that this was something we never truly had.
For a long time, I questioned myself. I wondered what I could have done differently or what I was missing. But today's message reminded me that a marriage cannot become all God intended it to be when both people are not pursuing Him and investing in the relationship.
That realization brought an unexpected sense of peace.
It doesn't excuse broken promises or painful choices. It doesn't erase the hurt. But it does remind me that I am not responsible for another person's relationship with God. I can only be responsible for my own.
As a Christian single mom, I am learning that the most important relationship I have is the one with Jesus Christ.
Every prayer matters.
Every Bible verse matters.
Every moment spent with Him matters.
And unlike people, God never leaves, never breaks His promises, and never stops loving His children.
One verse came to mind as I reflected on today's sermon:
"Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you." — James 4:8
What a beautiful promise.
Whether you are married, single, divorced, widowed, or waiting for what God has next, the invitation remains the same: draw near to Him.
The closer we get to God, the more we understand His heart.
The more we understand His heart, the more we trust Him.
And the more we trust Him, the more we love Him.
Maybe that is where true healing begins.
Today's Encouragement:
You don't have to wait for another person to experience the closeness you were created for. God is inviting you into that relationship today.
Prayer
Lord, help me draw closer to You each day. Teach me to trust You more deeply and to rest in Your unfailing love. Heal the places in my heart that still hurt, and remind me that my worth is found in You alone. Thank You for never leaving me and for always being faithful. Amen.
Blessings,
Kerri Anderson ♥
Blessed Be the Gift ✝️🌿💗