Episode 160 — “I Didn’t Think I’d Be Single: Living Purposefully When Your Story Doesn’t Go to Plan (Part 1)”
📅 Released: August 25, 2025

✨ Episode Overview

In Part 1 of this heartfelt conversation with author Bob Wheatley, we dive deeper into singleness, purpose, and what it really looks like to live with peace when life doesn’t go according to plan. Bob and Rachael explore how the longing we feel — whether in singleness or marriage — points us toward something deeper than earthly fulfillment: a restored relationship with God.

“You will not be made completely whole on this earth because it’s still broken… God has a different vision for us.”

Whether you’re in a season of singleness, partnership, or waiting, this episode offers encouragement, truth, and a new perspective on peace and purpose.

🎧 Key Moments & Quotes

08:45 – Groaning with Hope
We talk about how God gives us permission to groan like Paul — and that this struggle is part of growth.

15:30 – Marriage Isn’t the Fix
Bob highlights why marriage doesn’t automatically solve loneliness — and why that’s okay.

22:10 – Longing for Eden
Our deepest longings aren’t for a person — they’re for restoration with God.

📘 Books by Bob Wheatley

Single-Minded: Finding Purpose & Strength in Your Season of Singleness
A 30-day biblical guide to experiencing joy, purpose, and spiritual breakthrough in your season before marriage.
Bob Wheatley
📖 Buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Single-Minded-Finding-Purpose-Strength-Singleness/dp/B0FLSQ7HRD

Amazon

Our Hearts’ Desire: How Our Stories Reveal the Thing We Want Most
Explores how our favorite narratives point to our deepest longing — for God.
Bob Wheatley
📖 Buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Bob+Wheatley+Our+Hearts%27+Desire

🔗 Connect with Bob Wheatley

🌐 Website: https://bobwheatley.com/

Bob Wheatley
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bob_wheatley/

Instagram
▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bob_wheatley

YouTube
📘 Facebook (books page): https://www.facebook.com/wheatleybooks/

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