Love in God’s Plan
I never imagined I’d meet someone on a dating site and actually feel like it was part of God’s plan. But that’s exactly what happened when I met Grace on JustSingleChristians.com. I had been hesitant, online dating always seemed a little… forced, but after some prayer and encouragement from a friend, I decided to give it a try.
Our first conversation was simple. I wrote, “Hi Grace, I noticed we both love church volunteering and Sunday morning worship. Any favorite hymns?”
Her reply made me smile immediately: “Hi Michael! Yes—‘Great Is Thy Faithfulness’ always lifts my spirits. How about you?”
We spent the next hour messaging back and forth, sharing our favorite scriptures, funny anecdotes from church events, and even our most embarrassing moments during youth group missions. There was an easy honesty about her words that made my heart lighter than it had been in a long time.
When we finally met in person, it was at a small coffee shop after Sunday service. I arrived early, heart pounding—not nervous in the teenage sense, but the kind of nervous that comes from hoping God’s timing is truly right. Grace walked in, smiling like she already knew me, and said,
- Michael! I hope you didn’t have to wait long.
- Just long enough to pray for patience. - I joked.
She laughed—a sound so full of joy it made my chest tighten in the best possible way. We talked about everything: church events, favorite books, even our shared guilty pleasure of cheesy Christian-themed rom-coms.
At one point, while sipping coffee, Grace said,
- I wasn’t sure about online dating, honestly. But I think God knew what He was doing when He put us here.
I smiled, feeling a quiet certainty in my chest.
- I was thinking the exact same thing. Funny how He works in mysterious ways, even through Wi-Fi and a dating site.
Over the next few months, our connection deepened. We volunteered together, went on long walks discussing faith and life, and shared meals where laughter often drowned out any awkward pauses. With Grace, even the simplest moments felt sacred.
One rainy afternoon, we were volunteering at a local shelter. I watched her patiently help a child learn to tie their shoes, her focus and kindness radiating. I realized then that God hadn’t just led me to a wonderful partner—He had led me to someone whose heart reflected His own.
Later, as we shared a quiet walk back to our cars, I reached for her hand.
- Grace, I know we’ve only known each other a short while, but I feel like I’ve been waiting my whole life for this moment.
She looked up at me, eyes bright, and whispered,
- Me too, Michael. Me too.
Our story isn’t perfect. We argue over which hymns to sing at home, who leaves the dishes in the sink, or whose turn it is to drive to church events. But those little disagreements are minor compared to the joy of sharing a faith-filled life with someone who truly understands and supports you.
Meeting Grace online reminded me that trusting God sometimes means stepping into the unknown, believing He has a plan even when the path seems uncertain. I could have dismissed online dating as a digital gamble, but I chose to trust—and God’s plan led me straight to Grace.
So, if you’re single, faithful, and hesitant to try a Christian dating site, remember this: sometimes God’s guidance comes in unexpected ways. A simple “Hello” can turn into prayer-filled conversations, laughter, and a love rooted in faith. And when you meet someone like Grace, you’ll know it was worth every prayer, every moment of courage, and every click.