So, I have several good friends, check that, great friends that are very dear to me and we at times get into these very deep conversations concerning relationships. Did I mention my friends in which I am referring are single. I love these discussions. I mean it, I really love them. God has brought several people into my life that daily sharpen me and sometimes that sharpening comes through these conversations (Thank you God for these friends). I remember having the same type of conversations back in the day when I was unwed. Don't get me wrong, I do not ask for these situations, they just happen. We will be sitting around talking about Georgia football or music and the next minute, "How do you know when she is the 'right one'?"

What? I thought we were just talking about... And then we are off, talking relationship stuff.

See, I was that guy who said he wouldn't get married until he was in his mid to late thirties... Well, God had a different plan. I met my wife when I was 19 and we were married at the young age of 21. I still can't believe He blessed me with such an incredible treasure like Rachel, I definately don't deserve her. So while recently praying for my friends, I have been thinking about many of those conversations. With that said, I would like to throw out a couple of things for those dudes out there who are still single. I am by no means an expert, so take them or leave em.

1. Start praying for your wife-to-be right now, even if you don't have a clue who she is.
2. Don't settle for second best! If you know the girl you are currently dating is not what you are looking for in a wife... dump her. Don't lead her on just because you aren't man enough to have a confrontation. God has got some one out there who is better for the both of you. So quit wasting time.
3. Be careful where you get your advise. I find this point pretty ironic, as I sit here on the internet and pass on advise (ha). Anyways, if some one is trying to give you advise who is going through their third divorce, you might want to rethink listening to them - their view might be a little tainted.
4. Understand that your wife will be your "lily". Song of Solomon says, "Like a lily among thorns is my darling among the maidens." Lilies need a good place to grow, so get ready - get a job, start a savings account, and talk to God about what He has planned for your future. Lilies take a lot of work and patience - but dang they are beautiful! I was reading Song of Solomon and the song "Sparks" by Coldplay kept popping up in my head. Listen to it the next time you read Song of Solomon, it's awesome.
5. Remember that God has got your back. He's sovereign. He knows what is best for you and His timing has never been wrong. Are you strong enough to let go and let Him handle your future? With or without a woman? 1 Thessalonians 5:24 "The one who calls you is faithful and he will do it."

Love you dudes, keep rockin.