Chronicles of a Non-dater

     My name is Candace and I am a non-dater. Yes, I said it…I’m a non-dater. Let me clarify. By non-dater, I don’t mean that I choose not to date or even that I don’t want to date. In my case, it is simply the fact that few have asked me for a date. I can count on two hands (or maybe just one, ha!) the number of dates I have had in my lifetime. And those were blind dates at that. Lame, I know. Most of the time, I’m okay with this. But, to be honest, sometimes it does get to me. What girl doesn’t want a cute, cool guy to like her and want to spend time with her? So sometimes, when I see a guy I think may actually be into me and he doesn’t ask me out, it makes me feel unworthy. Like I’m not good enough or pretty enough or interesting enough. And that is when it gets to me. I don’t like to feel this way. But, that is when I realize, I’m not just a non-dater. I’m also a daughter, sister, friend, neighbor, employee, and Christian. And as a Christian, I know my purpose and fulfillment in this life is not found in whether or not I go out on dates, get a boyfriend, get married, and have children. My ultimate purpose in this life is to know Jesus Christ personally and worship Him. How awesome is that?! I certainly know I’m not worthy of Him. I’ve messed up so many times, and He lived a sinless life and laid it down for me anyway. Just so I could have a relationship with Him. So ultimately, what does it matter if I go on dates or not? Jesus said, “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” So I hope to do just that! Instead of focusing on what I don’t have, I’m going to live my life to the full, praising Him along the way!!! I love the life He has given me, and I want to make the most of every opportunity that comes my way. Life is a journey, not a destination, right? This is my life, these are my chronicles. To God be the Glory!