Sacred Singleness: The Set-Apart Girl's Guide to Purpose and Fulfillment

by Leslie Ludy

Overview

Leslie Ludy, popular writer and speaker, has a powerful message for today’s single adults. Through personal experience and in interaction with thousands of young women over the past fourteen years, she has found that most Christian young women fall into one of two categories: those who are discontent and unfulfilled, constantly searching for the “right one,” and those who are consumed by a passionate romance with Jesus Christ and are living joyful, satisfied lives. Her desire is to help readers move toward the totally surrendered and fulfilling experience rather than one of striving and disappointment.

Leslie shares firsthand stories and testimonials of modern–day single women who may sometimes struggle with loneliness and personal desires but who, in following God’s plan for them, have discovered a deeper delight, purpose and true joy in their lives. Sacred Singleness gives every single woman the inspiration to live counter to the culture and find amazing opportunity in this sacred season.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780736934633
Publisher:	Harvest House Publishers
Publication date:	08/01/2009
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	192
File size:	522 KB

About the Author

Leslie Ludy is the bestselling author of Set-Apart Femininity, When God Writes Your Love Story, Authentic Beauty, and more than a dozen other books she has coauthored with her husband, Eric. She reaches thousands of young women each year and is passionate about helping them discover Christ’s design for their lives. Leslie and Eric live with their three children in Colorado.

Leslie Ludy is the bestselling author of Set-Apart Femininity, When God Writes Your Love Story, Authentic Beauty, and more than a dozen other books she has coauthored with her husband, Eric. She reaches thousands of young women each year and is passionate about helping them discover Christ’ s design for their lives. Leslie and Eric live with their three children in Colorado.

Table of Contents

Author's Note 5

Part 1 First Love A Romance with the One Who Fills All In All

1 Forsaking All: My Story of Surrender 11

2 The Pattern of True Christianity: Applying the Gospel to Singleness and Marriage 23

Insider Secrets to Radiant Singleness: Am I Enough?-Kelly's Story 35

Insider Secrets to Radiant Singleness: My Sister's Wedding Day-Melody's Story 39

3 Finding Romantic Fulfillment: Discovering the Ultimate Bridegroom 45

Insider Secrets to Radiant Singleness: A Love Story with Jesus-Giovanna's Story 53

Part 2 The Dangers of Modern Voices: The Gift of Singleness Redefined

4 The Modern Church and Singleness: A Breeding Ground for Discontentment 57

5 Contentment in Christ: Is It Really Possible? 65

Insider Secrets to Radiant Singleness: My Soul's Husband-Annie's Story 73

6 Giving God a Hand: Isaac or Ishmael? 77

Insider Secrets to Radiant Singleness: Holding Out for God's Best-Kristina's Story 89

7 Marriage Above All Else: Exploring the Issue of Idolatry 93

Insider Secrets to Radiant Singleness: Overcoming Self-Pity-Jessica's Story 101

8 Doesn't God Want Me to Be Happy?: Understanding God's Heart for Singleness 105

Part 3 Living a Poured-Out Life: A Sacred Season Awaits!

9 The Sacred Opportunity of Singleness: Learning to Look Beyond Self 115

10 Sisters of the Common Life: Real-Life Inspiration from Modern Single Women 127

11 Getting Started Changing the World: Resources and Opportunities 147

Final Thoughts 175

Bonus Section: An Interview with Krissy on Radiant Singleness 177

Notes 183