1 Corinthians 7:34, The Unmarried Woman Careth for the Things of the Lord

1 Corinthians 7:34 There is difference also between a wife and a virgin. The unmarried woman careth for the things of the Lord, that she may be holy both in body and in spirit: but she that is married careth for the things of the world, how she may please her husband.

Here is highlighted the difference between the married and the single woman. The unmarried woman is able to better devote her time to the service of the Lord whereas the married woman has to tend to the needs of her husband. William MacDonald observed well, “The expression “that she may be holy both in body and in spirit” does not mean that the unmarried state is more holy, but simply that she can be more set apart in both body and spirit to the work of the Lord. She is not essentially purer, but her time is freer.”

Whether one is married or remain single is of the Lord. She seeks to pursue the will of God for her life. When she has found it, she can rest in the Lord’s better judgment for her life. Thank God for guiding His people to His perfect will. Amen.