Morning Devotional
August 19, 2003
"The Perfect Mate"  
by Don Emmitte
This letter is from Paul, Jesus Christ's slave, chosen by God to be an apostle and sent out to preach his Good News. This Good News was promised long ago by God through his prophets in the holy Scriptures. It is the Good News about his Son, Jesus, who came as a man, born into King David's royal family line. And Jesus Christ our Lord was shown to be the Son of God when God powerfully raised him from the dead by means of the Holy Spirit. Through Christ, God has given us the privilege and authority to tell Gentiles everywhere what God has done for them, so that they will believe and obey him, bringing glory to his name. You are among those who have been called to belong to Jesus Christ, dear friends in Rome. God loves you dearly, and he has called you to be his very own people. (Romans 1:1-7 NLV).
I finished my last book and was searching for something to read when I picked up one of Mary’s magazines. It was one of those ladies magazines that have many different articles centered on some form of self-improvement. One in particular caught my eye. The topic had to do with fate, romance and soul mates.

One woman interviewed described the moment she "found" her soul mate. "You know how the actors and actresses in 'Touched by an Angel' become illuminated when they disclose they are angels? Well, this guy looked at me and that's exactly how he appeared!" she said. She and her "soul mate" have been happily married for over 30 years now. Another woman told how, at age 35, she still had not met someone that she could make a lifelong commitment to. Then, at an out-of-state seminar, she met a man whose character she greatly admired. The two exchanged numerous letters and phone calls learning they shared many common interests and goals. After a year, the two were married and remain happily together. Another woman's story wasn't so happy, as she regretfully spoke of how she found out too late that her own husband was not her "soul mate."

I began to think whether or not there is such thing as a "soul mate?" Is there a special someone who loves and accepts us more than any other, who understands how we think and feel, who is patient with our flaws and weaknesses, who appreciates us as the unique individuals we are, and with whom we share a special bond that none other can replace? Well, I cannot speak with certainty if such an earthly "soul mate" exists for each of us. I have found such a mate though I know there are those who have not. I also know that on a spiritual level, God is the ultimate soul mate. The love He offers to those who call upon Him is unique, more fulfilling than any other love we have ever known. Through His Son, Jesus Christ, we can have salvation, forgiveness of sins, strength to overcome adversity, and a sense of peace and joy that only faith in God can provide. Yes, your "soul mate" is there waiting for you. Seek Him early and you will know a love unlike any other.