In this season of my life, the Lord has led me to invest my resources in a home.  And even though I am still single, I can see that he has richly blessed me through this experience—more than I ever imagined, actually. 

I have been able to open my home and minister to others in the body of Christ, as well as have an outreach to my unsaved friends and neighbors (the latter of which I never even thought of before becoming a home owner).  I am able to have fun sleepovers with my niece and nephew and create special memories with them, when they are visiting from out of town.  And, ultimately, I know that God can use my home as a benefit and a financial blessing when I meet my future husband one day and combine my investments with his.

The Lord may tell you to wait to buy a home until you are married.  Or he may lead you, as a single person, to purchase residential property this very year.  Whatever the case, this is a very serious decision.  Seek solid advice and counsel and take a good look at your finances before proceeding.  God will let you know if this is how you should invest your resources in the fullness of his time.

Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory. … (Ephesians 3:20).

HE is … Cliff Young, a Crosswalk.com contributing writer and a veteran single of many decades.  He has traveled the world in search of fresh experiences, serving opportunities, and the perfect woman (for him) and has found that his investments in God, career and youth ministry have paid off in priceless dividends.

SHE is … Laura MacCorkle, Crosswalk.com’s Senior Entertainment Editor.  Since she’s only lived in four states in the continental U.S. and dipped her toes in just two oceans, she would one day like to experience life abroad … preferably where the views are lofty, the food is tasty and the shopping is cheap-y.

DISCLAIMER:  We are not trained psychologists or licensed professionals.  We’re just average folk who understand what it’s like to live the solo life in the 21st century.  We believe that the Bible is our go-to guide for answers to all of life’s questions, and it’s where we’ll go for guidance when responding to your questions.

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**This column first published on June 5, 2008.