As a Christian single mom, my heart’s deepest desire is to please God, my Father. He is a good Father—always faithful, never changing, never leaving me. In the silence of lonely nights or the chaos of busy mornings, I feel His presence. Unlike man, God never lies. He provides even when I cannot see a way. When my earthly marriage fell apart, when my heart was broken by betrayal, it was God who stood by me. He stayed.
Divorce is not what I wanted. It’s not what I prayed for. But I believe even in this, God is still good. Since my divorce, I’ve drawn closer to Him than I ever imagined possible. I’ve learned what it means to be His bride—to long for Him, to serve Him, and to prepare for His return. I spend time in His Word, seeking wisdom. I pray for my marriage, even now, believing that God can restore anything—but also trusting Him no matter what.
I want to live in a way that if Jesus were to return today, He would look at me and say, "Well done, good and faithful servant" (Matthew 25:23). That is my prayer. That is my purpose.
Being a single mom is hard. There are days I feel broken, tired, and alone. Finances are tight, the responsibility is heavy, and the silence in my home is sometimes deafening. But I am never truly alone. "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit" (Psalm 34:18). God is near.
I serve a God who provides. Who heals. Who sees every tear. I want others to see His light shining through me—through my work, through my motherhood, through my service. I want to reflect His love in a world that feels darker by the day. "Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven" (Matthew 5:16).
Time is short. We are not promised tomorrow. We should live each day as if it is our last—without fear, but with love. Love your family. Hug your children. Forgive. Be joyful with the life God has given you, even if it’s not the life you planned. "This is the day the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it" (Psalm 118:24).
Maybe, just maybe, God is protecting you by keeping you alone for a season. Maybe He’s shielding you from evil you cannot see. So hold on. Keep your heart open. Look for the blessed hope—the return of Jesus Christ. "Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ" (Titus 2:13).
You are a child of God. You are His beloved bride. You are never alone.
With love and faith,
Kerri Anderson ❤️