Why does God not want me to get married?

[LaughingBoy1503]

The thing that some of the old folks here realize that the younger ones don’t is that there is a lot worse things than being lonely because you’re holding out for a good spouse

This all the way

Loneliness is, in fact, terrible. Being heartbroken is also a bad one. And it can last for a long time. I remember months into one particular heartbreak just wondering when I would get over it. Seeing happy couples my age made me sad.

I remember the last time I felt my faith shaken over something not going my way in regards to the opposite sex. It was not a big shake up. Actually probably only a few minuets. But I actually remember thinking (or asking God) “Is this all it would take for me to question my faith in God? A woman not calling me?” Or something like that anyways. Then I got over it. I was still a little heartbroken I am sure… but I knew it was not a good reason to question my faith in God. To me, nothing is. But ESPECIALLY not that. t I don’t think I will soon forget that little experience. I am still alone, but looking at least. Two recent rejections under my belt to prove it too

 

[abinjoy]

I found these words of Padre Pio encouraging and giving hope

“Do not think that your present state is a punishment from Heaven, because you would be wrong.But be certain that your present state is willed by God for the salvation of your soul”

 

[_Gemma]

Thank you all for the (name removed by moderator)ut.

 

[DevoutRabbit]

I have a friend who is so beautiful and just never found the right guy until she got engaged earlier this month at the age of 36.

I have another friend who has always been single who is also a beautiful and lovely person and just turned 50 this year. She is a counselor for the marginalized and oppressed, doing God’s work and lives a very fulfilling and holy life as a single person.

If you are looking to get married to find meaning for your life-- you won’t find it there!