Conversations...

In light of my never-ending soap opera life, I've had some good conversations with girlfriends and even their husbands. While chatting with some girls about our frustrations with guys and how we want them to be chasing after their passions and where God wants them, I came to a conclusion. The man who is solid in his faith, serving others, actively seeking God's will for his life, and using his gifts, must also be passionately pursuing me. He must desire to see me grow in my walk with the Lord, lead in the relationship, encourage my dreams, and, with God permeating every aspect of his life, make me his number one earthly priority. Why is this so hard to find in men? I know I'm not perfect by any means, and neither are my friends, but why does it seem like the number of solid, Christian women out-weigh solid, Christian men? Are there any godly men who share the same passions and ministry interests? If so, where are they hiding?!?! Then again, why am I even concerned with "finding someone, as if God doesn't have everything under control already? A friend's husband mentioned a race analogy... Instead of trying to force someone to do a race with you, it makes more sense to go out, train hard, and run the course, then look to see who is around you. Whoever is right there might just be someone who IS heading in the same direction. I suppose my "race" is beginning soon...