Singleness: Living Faithfully

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by Jenilyn Kathleen Swett

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Singleness is not a problem or a waiting period―it’s a place where many of us live, and it offers unique blessings, challenges, and opportunities. Many resources on Christian living focus on the particular situations of married people. Yet many are single longer than they would like, some expect never to marry, and others find themselves single again. Whatever your situation, faithful living is possible, and so are flourishing and growth. Writing as a fellow traveler on this road, Jenilyn Swett turns to Scripture to show how our identity in Christ, paired with a robust theology of singleness, gives us a vision for the single life, no matter how short or long it may be. Daily readings reflect on practical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of faithful living as a single person, and each entry concludes with a point of reflection and a call to action. We are God’s children above all else―we find in him all the riches we need. Beautiful, provocative, transparent, life-giving, convicting, inspiring, and hope-filled, this devotional is a gift and treasure to the single community. Jenilyn's vulnerability and transparency is compelling. She captures the essence of the struggles and blessings of singleness and reminds us that we too can be vulnerable with God and one another. With grace and humility, she not only encourages those who are single to live faithfully in God's presence but also exhorts us all to turn to Jesus and to walk with one another in community. Singleness: Living Faithfully is to be read time and time again by all who desire to know Christ more.--Suzanne R. Bates, Assistant Professor of Counseling, Covenant Theological Seminary In thirty-one short but thoughtful reflections on singleness, Jenilyn has provided a place for those who are single, married, single again, and married again to reflect on the deeper purposes for our relationships. If you are single, you will find her tone and perspective empathetic, honest, helpful, and redemptive. But if you are not single, please read this as well. It will help you to understand (or remember) the experience of singleness as well as provide wisdom and grace for whatever station of life you find yourself in.--Tim S. Lane, President, Institute for Pastoral Care; President, Tim Lane & Associates; Author, Unstuck: A Nine-Step Journey to Change That Lasts Jenilyn Swett has written a Christian account of singleness that is, first of all, honest about the struggles, challenges, and privileges of the single life. She grounds her observations in Scripture and in biblical theology in a way that commends itself for its candor, its practical wisdom, and its capacity to lead the faithful adult into both lament and joy.--Daniel M. Doriani, Professor of Theology and Vice President, Covenant Theological Seminary Singleness: Living Faithfully caught me beautifully off guard. I expected to be encouraged in my singleness with biblical truth and kindness from a fellow journeyer. This devotional, however, goes much deeper to provide comforting counsel and practical exhortation for all of us who are unmarried and desire to live fully for Christ. I heartily commend this book for anyone who needs Christ-centered insight on the single life.--Ellen Mary Dykas, Women's Ministry Coordinator, Harvest USA; Author, Toxic Relationships: Taking Refuge in Christ Singleness: Living Faithfully is a richly Christ-centered invitation to consider the opportunities and challenges of this unique season of life in the light of God's Word. With wisdom, compassion, and biblical insight, Jenilyn Swett guides the reader through relevant questions about gospel identity, relationships, faithfulness, disappointment, and hope. The result is a powerful devotional that is sure to be a blessing not only to single Christians but also to those in the church who seek to love, support, and grow with them.--Duke Kwon, Lead Pastor, Grace Meridian Hill, Washington, DC Singleness: Living Faithfully is an incredible resource on a topic often unarticulated. In a compact format, Jenilyn covers a surprising amount of territory with freshly tailored reflections and applications on every page, matching sensitivity with verve and biblical insight with relatability. You will be moved not only to love God and others but also to be loved by God and loved by others. This belongs on every church's bookshelf.--S. J. Lim, Area Coordinator of the Northeast, Reformed University Fellowship Jenilyn Swett (MDiv, Covenant Theological Seminary) is the director of adult ministries at Restoration Community Church (PCA) in St. Louis, Missouri.

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