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Previous Challenge Entry (Level 3 - Advanced)
Topic: Patience (08/21/08)
Adam…

Sometimes I envy the guy. Well, at least before the fall anyways. Think about him for a moment. The dude was formed from the dust of the ground. He didn’t have to worry about pesky relatives hitting him up for cash. In fact, the guy didn’t have to worry about cash at all. He was dropped into a garden utopia that would probably make even Bill Gates jealous. No mortgage, and no debts to pay off. All day long, Adam got to skip around the garden in his birthday suit giving interesting names to animals such as “Duck Billed Platypus” and “Echidna.” Everything in his garden was organic, so it was like having his own personal Whole Foods grocery store, where he could stuff his face with free, all-you-can-eat produce.

However, the thing that makes me most envious of Adam is how easy it was for him to find the perfect woman. All the guy had to do was take a nap and give up a rib. Next thing you know…BAM! There stands Eve, the perfect woman for him! Of course, we all know of the disaster that takes place next, but for the sake of my rant, I won’t go there. Let’s just say that I wonder what it would be like if Adam tried to fend for himself in today’s brutal world of relationships. What if there wasn’t just Eve standing there. What if he also had Veronica, Stephanie, Julia, and about a hundred thousand other women frolicking around the garden? It would be hard to figure out which one was the right match for him, wouldn’t it? And to top it off, what if he wasn’t the only man on Earth? What if he had competition from thousands of other males who were also vying for these ladies’ attention? That would also raise the pressure. I don’t know if the good old boy could handle taking a step into the 21st century…into MY world.

The first time that he got rejected because his looks weren’t good enough or his personality not compatible, would he totally freak out and want to give up? Would he be crushed when the person that he cares for decides that she just “wants to be friends?” Would he put up a wall to his heart that would prevent him from ever being able to find the true love that he longs for?

Perhaps he would choose to participate in the club scene, thinking it to be an ideal place to meet a nice girl. Only after coming up empty handed would he realize that church would be a much better place to look. Of course, if his church is small or lacks a significant number of dedicated Christian females, then where would he turn? I guess he could always try online matchmaking. It works for some people, but again, he may come up empty handed in the process. He might be tempted to just “settle” for any girl who comes his way, regardless of her moral standards. He might find himself tempted to engage in inappropriate activities with women before marriage, working hard to keep his purity intact. Loneliness might set in, causing him to feel like he will never have a family.

He would see that finding a wife in today’s world is a million time harder than just waking up and seeing her standing there. One thing would remain the same though. Eve would still be the woman that God created for Adam. She would be out there somewhere waiting, on her knees, crying out to God with the same plea as her future husband. “Please Lord! Send a helper suitable for me!” Both would be required to learn patience while waiting on God and His perfect timing.

One would hope that they would totally commit themselves to serving God as Christian singles while they waited. Establishing a close-knit relationship with their Heavenly Father would play a vital role in keeping their union intact once it became established. Patience and prayer would become staples in their lives, as they walked by faith, trusting that God would grant them the desires of their hearts.

For all of the Adams and Eves out there waiting, be strong and hang on to God. Build yourself up in the Lord, so that when He does finally send you a mate, you will be ready to welcome that person with open arms and be the loving companion that God has called you to be.
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Jan Ackerson
08/29/08
Fun title, great voice. Really strong entry.
Leah Nichols 
08/30/08
I like the turn in the end that gives encouragement to singles. It sounds like an article that would be perfect for a singles magazine. Great writing!
Laury Hubrich 
09/01/08
I love this. You shared the plight of a single male very well. Great writing!
Sharlyn Guthrie
09/02/08
This is not your average biblical fiction, nor is it like any other entry I've read on the topic of patience. It is unique and creative, with just the right touch of humor, and full of wisdom. Nice job.
Chely Roach
09/02/08
What a great take on the topic! Very funny touches throughout, but balanced with the stark reality of trying to find a Godly mate...Well done!
Catrina Bradley
09/02/08
Wow, I never thought of it that way. Adam and Eve DID have it made in the "finding the perfect match" game. I loved your rant. You made me smile. The encouragement at the end was a nice cap to this great entry.
Marlene Austin
09/02/08
Great piece with strong hope at the conclusion. In my way of thinking, God has made the "perfect Eve" for each single male; and, the "perfect Adam" for each single female. It's just a matter of "falling asleep" to the physical draws and waiting for God to wake you up to see her. :) Rest well until God awakens you. ;)
Joy Faire Stewart
09/02/08
Along with being very creative, it's packed with Godly wisdom and great male "voice." Excellent job!
Scott Sheets
09/02/08
Great reminder to all Christian singles from a very unique perspective. It might have been fun to have time warped Adam to our era and follow him as he goes through all the situations you described.
Sunny Loomis 
09/03/08
Excellent view on the topic. Never thought of the Garden of Eden as being organic, but of course it was. Very nicely done.
Edmond Ng
09/04/08
I like the angle you are coming from in this article. You are absolutely right, finding the right mate requires a lot of patience. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, and may all who wait upon the Lord not be disheartened, but rather pesevere on through earnest prayer.
Dee Yoder
09/04/08
Aww...this is very touching and honest. Great take on the topic and great advice to all singles-men and women.
LauraLee Shaw
09/04/08
Oh, how I love your creativity and wit. You have really found your voice, Josh, and it is quite effective. Well done!!!!
Beth LaBuff 
09/06/08
Josh, this is sooo hilarious! I love this, "What if there wasn’t just Eve standing there. What if he also had Veronica, Stephanie, Julia, and..." and then your "21st century" comment. Super creative humorous writing!!!
Celeste Ammirata
09/07/08
I love this! You had me hooked from the first line. What a humorous way to impart wisdom to today's singles. Excellent! Very well written. Great job.
Mary Ginty
10/27/08
HAHAHA! THATS soooooooooo funny cause I am in the middle of writing something about Adam and Eve, "The first conversation"
Amanda Ewing
11/06/08
wow. powerful.

i was giggling through the beginning on how great Adam did have it..

Then it turned into reality. We do feel like that sometimes... giving up, looking in all the wrong places.. but the key IS patience.

i love your work!
Amanda Ewing
11/06/08
wow. powerful.

i was giggling through the beginning on how great Adam did have it..

Then it turned into reality. We do feel like that sometimes... giving up, looking in all the wrong places.. but the key IS patience.

i love your work!