God has a plan for singles to faithfully serve Him in and through His church in unique ways, and maturity is a values proposition that involves moving beyond self-centeredness to think about what matters most in life and being willing to make sacrifices for those things. Maturity also involves being sober, aware of one's vulnerability, and understanding the importance of being stable in one's faith. It is a mindset that says the word of God is the authority in one's life, and one is not strong but can be made strong through God's grace. Additionally, maturity involves being selfless, pursuing ways to give of oneself, and setting aside an attitude of selfishness. In singleness, one can discover one's giftedness, come to grips with who they are, and live under God's authority, finding security and identity in Christ.
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