Dear Carmen,
Relationships are interesting creatures. Entering them is easy but maintaining them and keeping them healthy is not. That requires intentional work. Hard work and lots of it. I'm breaking this letter into parts to make it easier for you to read. Im going to be using the picture to the left as a guide. The advice I am giving you applies to interpersonal relationships with people as much as it does to the most important relationship you'll have, your relationship with God.
Single: There are two things to note about the times in your life when you are single. First, being without a girlfriend does not mean you are without worth. Too many people think that they need to be with someone to be normal. This isn't true. Being alone is not the same as being lonely. Second, you are never truly single because God is always with you. If you think that this isn't a real relationship, then I have failed you.
In a relationship: As previously mentioned, you are always going to be in a relationship with God. This relationship will grow and change as you change but it will be there regardless. Humans were created for relationships. If you choose to cast off all relationships, then you are casting off that which makes you human.
Engaged: To be engaged to a woman is a big deal. It signifies a commitment to one other person. Engagement is not marriage however and should not be treated as such. It is only an outward signal of commitment to the world and your fiancé. Marriage is the covenant between man and wife, not engagement. Do not dwell long in engagement. Instead, see it as a step toward bigger and better things.
As for being engaged with God, the word comes from a word meaning to pledge and that is what I want you to do for Jesus. Engage your heart and mind to Him and never look back. He protects your back as he guides your pathway forward.
More to come,
Your Father
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