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Are You a Grinch? Top 10 Ways to Fix Your Face (and heart)

Co-written by Kris Swiatocho, Director of The Singles Network Ministries and Kris Swiatocho Ministries 
1. Put Christ at the Center—On Purpose
Read the Christmas story in Matthew and Luke. Ask God for fresh eyes to see the miracle.
“For unto you is born this day… a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.” — Luke 2:11
2. Serve Someone Who Can’t Repay You
Give food, clothes, time, or help to someone in need.
“Whatever you did for one of the least of these… you did for me.” — Matthew 25:40
3. Slow Down and Worship
Pause to praise Him in the midst of the holiday rush.
“Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10
4. Share the Gospel with Someone
Christmas opens doors—use the opportunity to share Christ.
“Go into all the world and preach the gospel…” — Mark 16:15
5. Give Intentionally, Not Just Financially
Let your giving be Spirit-led—time, prayer, presence, kindness.
“It is more blessed to give than to receive.” — Acts 20:35
6. Forgive Someone You’ve Been Holding Onto
Christmas is a season of peace and reconciliation.
“Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” — Colossians 3:13
7. Start a new God-Centered Christmas Tradition.
Ask your friends and family for prayer requests; buy gifts for those in need instead of for family or friends; go Christmas caroling; and distribute tracts while praying.
“As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” — Joshua 24:15
8. Encourage Someone Who Is Hurting
Reach out to widows, singles, single parents, the grieving, or the lonely.
“Encourage one another and build each other up.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:11
9. Practice Gratitude
Choose thankfulness, even in difficult seasons.
“Give thanks in all circumstances…” — 1 Thessalonians 5:18
10. Celebrate Jesus Boldly
Let your gatherings, words, and traditions point to Christ.
“Let your light shine before others…” — Matthew 5:16
 
© 2025 Kris Swiatocho
www.TheSinglesNetwork.org| www.KrisSwiatochoMinistries.org | www.LaborDaySingles.org
www.RestorationExperience.org | www.IntentionalRelationshipSolutions.org | www.AllChristianCruises.com

Being Thankful as a Single? Really, God?

by Kris Swiatocho, The Singles Network Ministries Director
Being single isn’t always easy. Whether you’re single by choice, circumstance, or a season of waiting, it can sometimes feel like you’re living life in the “in-between.” But as followers of Christ, we’re reminded that thankfulness isn’t dependent on our relationship status—it’s rooted in our relationship with Him.

1 Thessalonians 5:18 – “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”

1. We Can Be Thankful for God’s Presence
Singleness offers a unique opportunity to draw closer to God with fewer distractions. It creates space to hear His voice, grow spiritually, and deepen intimacy with Him. While others may rely on a spouse for emotional or spiritual support, we learn firsthand that God is truly enough. 

Psalm 16:11 – “In Your presence is fullness of joy.”
And yes, for those parenting alone, we recognize life can be full of distractions—but even in that, God remains enough.

2. We Can Be Thankful for Our Purpose
Our time as singles is not wasted—it’s preparation. It’s a season to discover our gifts, serve others, travel, study the Word, and pour into ministries that might not be as easy to commit to later. God is using this season to shape our hearts for His glory and to bless others through us.

Ephesians 2:10 “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”

3. We Can Be Thankful for God’s Timing
Thankfulness reminds us that God’s plan is perfect, even when we don’t understand it. Whether He calls us to lifelong singleness or prepares us for marriage one day, we can trust in HIS timing. Gratitude shifts our focus from what we don’t have to what God is doing right now. It can also prepare us for eternity.

Ecclesiastes 3:11 “He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the human heart; yet no one can fathom what God has done from beginning to end.”

4. We Can Be Thankful for Community
God never designed us to walk alone. Singleness opens doors to deep, Christ-centered friendships and meaningful opportunities to invest in others. Through our church family, small groups, and ministries, we discover belonging, accountability, and love in abundance. Yet, community doesn’t happen by accident—it grows through intentional effort, consistent presence, and a willingness to reach out and be known.

Hebrews 10:24–25 “And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.”

Being thankful as a single Christian isn’t about denying our desires—it’s about recognizing God’s goodness in every season. When we choose gratitude, our hearts remain open to joy, contentment, and the peace that comes from knowing He fully loves us. So, during this month of November, when so many sermons remind us to be thankful, let’s also thank God for the gift of singleness. It’s not a lesser season—it’s a purposeful and blessed one, uniquely designed for our growth, freedom, and service to Him.
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© 2025 Kris Swiatocho
www.TheSinglesNetwork.org| www.KrisSwiatochoMinistries.org | www.LaborDaySingles.org
www.RestorationExperience.org | www.IntentionalRelationshipSolutions.org | www.AllChristianCruises.com
Kathy and I have had the pleasure of working with Kris of The Single Network Ministries at several events over the past three years. We always look forward to her insight and creative ways to connect with her audience sharing the Word of God with encouragement, humor and just being real. You will want to catch her for sure the next time she is in your area. Her sense of humor is a hoot and infectious.
—Kathy and Klay Watson,  Dating His Way Ministries

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