Deaconess Mercy Opoku, the Assistant Women’s Ministry Leader of Mannheim District of The Church of Pentecost in Germany, has advised singles not to be anxious or feel pressured by family and friends into marriage, asserting that being single is not a crime.
Mrs. Mercy Opoku gave this assertion when she spoke at the maiden edition of the Singles Conference organised by the Mannheim District on Saturday, 29th June 2024, held in Freiburg, Germany.
Deaconess Opoku said, “Sometimes in the state of singleness, some people begin to ask themselves questions such as ‘Why am I still single? Why is no one coming?’ This brings anxiety, which eventually leads to wrong decision-making.”
“As a Christian, always remember that Jesus Christ is your first love, and for that reason, build a strong relationship with him,” she added.
She advised singles to be vigilant when choosing a partner because some people can be deceptive.
According to Deaconess Opoku, one of the issues singles face is insecurity.
“When you feel insecure and confused as you prepare for marriage, stop, take your time, and deal with the situation carefully. Don’t allow the person to lead you into an accident,” she stressed.
Deaconess Opoku also revealed that sometimes Christians are lured into toxic relationships because they did not take their time to wait on God.
Quoting from 2 Corinthians 6:14, she advised singles and the youth to be vigilant in their quest to find the right person to marry.
Report by Mannheim District Media Team.
