Loveleaf

Recently, I had the joy of watching a single mother—someone who had clearly weathered some of life’s fiercest storms—walk down the aisle. Her wedding was far more than a simple celebration of romance; it was a living testimony that stories can be rewritten beautifully, especially when God is involved in the plot. Seeing her radiance, I couldn’t help but notice how actively and faithfully she had been living her life before that moment. It left me wondering: What does it actually take for a woman in her season of single motherhood to be found? How do you position yourself for a healthy, Christ-centered love without losing your dignity, your peace, or your purpose? Single motherhood is not the end of your love story; often, it is simply the backdrop for your greatest transformation. If you are trusting God for a godly partner, positioning yourself strategically isn't about chasing or pleading—it’s about becoming whole. Here are eight powerful ways to position yourself for...

We often talk about love as if it’s a sanctuary—a safe harbor where the storms of life can’t reach us. We are taught to look for the person who makes our hearts race, who fulfills our checklists, and who makes us feel entirely safe. In 2013, I thought I found that person. I was on the cusp of finishing college, standing on the threshold of adulthood with a bright, untarnished future ahead of me. I had big dreams, a clean slate, and a heart wide open to the world. Then he walked into my life, and suddenly, the universe seemed to shift on its axis. He didn’t just meet my standards; he exceeded them. Everything about him clicked. The qualities I had quietly prayed for in a partner seemed to live naturally within him. He was attentive, charming, and deeply comforting. I remember those early days with painful clarity. Just the thought of him made my heart bubble and dance. It was an intoxicating, euphoric feeling—like a heart that had drunk its fill of fine wine and was completely satisfied...

"Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it." — Proverbs 4:23 Being a single mother comes with a unique blend of strength, sacrifice, and responsibility. Every day, you make decisions that affect not only your future but also the lives of your children. When it comes to dating, this reality means you cannot afford to approach relationships carelessly. Unfortunately, many single mothers enter the dating world carrying invisible burdens. Some battle rejection from previous relationships. Others wrestle with guilt, fear, or the belief that their opportunities for love have somehow diminished because they have children. That belief is one of the greatest lies you can believe. Your value did not decrease because your relationship status changed. Your worth is not measured by your past, your age, or whether you have children. Your worth comes from God, who created you with dignity and purpose. Healthy relationships begin with healthy sel...