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We so
easily grow impatient while waiting for our perfect match, the
person of our dreams, the one we were meant to marry. We refuse to
trust God for His timing in our relationships. As time goes by,
anxiety and doubt begin to creep into our hearts. And far too often,
we chase after our own ideas of happiness, seeking to grasp a
lifelong relationship on our own terms. The consequences are
painful, sometimes leading to sexual immorality, broken marriages,
insecurity and self-doubt, or a lifetime of regret.
God never
intended for us to live this way. Miser writes that His plan for us
was set into motion before time began. According to Genesis 2, He
never intended for us to be alone; He created us to exist in
relationships with others. But just as we are His, our relationships
are also His designed by God to develop in His timing.
Written to single Christians who are struggling with
frustration, discouragement, and sorrow over the lack of a mate
Miser shares, I deeply regret chasing my own desires rather than
waiting for the man God prepared for me. I chose to live in a sinful
relationship for more than eight years, but God brought me out of
the slimy pit of promiscuity. I probably missed out on many
blessings as a result of my waywardness. Nevertheless, God chose to
work in my life in a very extraordinary way after I fully
surrendered to Him.
Miser's ultimate goal for Single Woman
Seeks Perfect Man: Experiencing the Consequences of Unhealthy
Relationships is to encourage believers to wait patiently for the
relationship God plans to bring into their lives. In it Miser shares
her personal story, finding that both men and women never fail to
respond they identify with her struggles. Also, several Christians
share their unique stories of bondage and freedom, sin and grace.
Each one has fought through a multitude of issues in their lives and
nearly every person who reads this book will find themselves
reflected in one of these stories.
Interspersed with these
testimonies are studies of eight biblical men and women, each one
tied with a scriptural truth that relates to the relationships God
intends for us. For instance, a chapter on David talks about the
consequences of sexual sin.
Primarily written for Christian
singles, I expect that the book I propose will address those who
have struggled in an unhealthy relationship. Those who are single
and looking for a relationship, who are in negative relationships,
and who are involved in sex outside of marriage will all find
encouragement that they are not alone. They will encounter biblical
truth about the kind of relationship God desires for each one of us,
and they will receive practical advice about moving away from the
past and letting go of relationships that do not honor God.
Why is there a need for this book?
The Barna research group indicates that more than twenty-six
million adults have extramarital sexual relations each week. More
than half of adults live together before marriage. Nearly ninety
percent of adults have sex before marriage. Shockingly, the
percentage of Christians engaging in these behaviors is nearly the
same as that of non-Christians.
Women need to know that even
though our society accepts all kinds of sinful behavior, God intends
so much more for us. We can move beyond the decisions weve made in
the past and choose to pursue Gods best. This book delves into
biblical models for our relationships, offering solid teaching and
practical application.
What makes this book different?
This book is incredibly personal. Far from being the usual
how-to or self-help book on relationships, this book shares the
stories of people who have struggled in their relationships and
overcome. Through the lives of biblical and modern-day men and
women, every single Christian who reads this book will be able to
identify and emulate victory.
Also, this book combines
personal stories, biblical teaching, Bible study materials, and
Scriptures in a unique manner. It is designed for successful use by
individuals, small groups, and support groups.
Single
Woman Seeks Perfect Man: Experiencing the Consequences of Unhealthy
Relationships
By: Dani Miser
ISBN-10: 193526527X ISBN-13:
9781935265276
Publisher: VMI Publishers - 2010-09-01
Paperback | 176 Pages
| List Price: $14.99 (USD) |
Product Dimensions: 8.43 x 6.34 x 0.43 inches
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