I recently came across a post on social media where a woman shared her story about getting married later in life. It was her first marriage, and she hadn’t had children, even though it had always been her deepest desire to be a wife and mother. She spoke about how she never gave up believing it would happen one day. Her faith and persistence were inspiring, and she encouraged other women with the same dream not to give up. She emphasized that delays don’t mean it won’t happen—it’s not happening because you doubt it will. Let’s unpack that for a moment.

I truly believe the Lord gives us the desires of our hearts. But I also know that not everyone is called to be a wife, and that’s a reality we don’t often discuss. It doesn’t mean God loves you any less or that you’re somehow forgotten. God knows what He’s doing. His plans are purposeful, and He calls us to trust Him completely, even when life doesn’t match up with our hopes or timelines. Personally, I wasn’t someone who initially desired to be a wife. God had to work on my heart to prepare me for that role, showing me that His ways are higher and wiser than my own.

To anyone reading this who feels unseen or unfulfilled in this area, I want to remind you that God hasn’t forgotten about you. Whether or not marriage is part of His plan for your life, His love for you is constant and unfailing. Trust Him with every part of your journey—your desires, your timing, your purpose. Rest assured, His plans for you are good, even if they look different than what you envisioned. Listen with your heart and know that you are deeply loved and valued, regardless of your marital status.