Great Books for Christian Single Women

Even though it has been awhile, I do remember my single days — trying to find contentment and confidence in myself (something I’m still working on) while I waited for Mr. Right to come along.

There were times where I was completely happy with my singleness, and times where I loathed it. One thing that really helped me during those difficult times of singleness was reading a good book, specifically one that understood where I was and encouraged me in those times of waiting.

Perhaps you are single. Or maybe you are looking for a gift for a friend who’s single. Either way, these are my recommendations for great books for Christian, single women — whether that woman be you, your daughter, your friend, or your sister.

Great Books for Single Christian Women

Lady in Waiting: Becoming God’s Best While Waiting for Mr. Right by Jackie Kendall and Debby Jones

This is my number one recommendation. This book helped me so much during my single days. I’ve read through it twice at different times in life — once in college and once after graduating college. I even got the journal edition that includes questions and places to write inside the book. What I love about this book is that it doesn’t focus on finding the right man, it focuses on becoming the best woman. Each chapter focuses on a new character trait, and together it teaches us that only Jesus can make us whole — not a boyfriend or husband.

Captivating: Unveiling the Mystery of a Woman’s Soul by John and Stasi Eldredge

I read this book in college, and I plan to read it again soon. Captivating explains that our hearts matter more than anything else in all creation. The desires we had as little girls and the longings we still feel as women tell us of the life God created for us. This book shows us how God is the hero of our stories — the one who will rescue us and show us how captivating and beautiful we are.

Authentic Beauty: The Shaping of a Set-Apart Young Woman by Leslie Ludy

Every girl longs for romance. This book reveals how we can have the passion and intimacy that we all long for. This books talks about our true Prince, what authentic beauty is all about, and how to fulfill the deepest longings in our hearts.

So Long, Insecurity: You’ve Been a Bad Friend to Us by Beth Moore

Insecurity is something I’ve always dealt with. I still struggle with it, but I definitely struggled with it most when I was single. I read this book, and loved it. In fact, I want to read it again. This book is about dealing with our inner-most fears and developing a strong sense of self — finding our value and self-worth as daughters of God.

Let’s All Be Brave: Living Life with Everything You Have By Annie F. Downs

Has fear ever held you back? As a single young woman, Annie writes this book like she’s sitting next to you in a coffee shop — with stories full of honesty and humor. This book isn’t necessarily about being single; in fact, I read it while married and really enjoyed it. But I do think single women would enjoy this book, especially when Annie talks about her own singleness in certain chapters. This book is great for anyone who likes to laugh and is ready to start living their life to the fullest.

Crazy Love: Overwhelmed by a Relentless God by Francis Chan

No, this book isn’t geared toward single women. But it is about the deep, personal love that we all desire. Yes, God calls us to a passionate love relationship with Himself, and this book is all about falling in love with Him. When you really encounter God’s crazy love for you and you fall wildly in love with Him, it will totally change your life. I really enjoyed this book, and I would read it again!

Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers

This is the only fiction book on my list. This is my all-time favorite book, and I love it because it taught me what real love looks like. It taught me how God loves me. It taught me about the type of man I wanted to marry someday. It’s a beautiful love story and definitely worth reading. I’ve read this book twice, and I will probably read it again in a few years.

Dateable: Are You? Are They? by Justin Lookadoo and Hayley DiMarco

This is a great book for teens who are starting to date or think about dating. I read this as a teenager and it had a huge impact on how I chose boyfriends and how I viewed dating. This book is all about guarding your heart, having fun while dating, and keeping yourself from making mistakes in relationships you may regret in the future. Plus, I loved all the little doodles and funny parts throughout the book.

Other Books That Look Great

• Praying for Your Future Husband: Preparing Your Heart for His by Robin Jones Gunn and Tricia Goyer
• Sacred Singleness: The Set-Apart Girl’s Guide to Purpose and Fulfillment by Leslie Ludy
• Lies Young Women Believe: And the Truth that Sets Them Free by Nancy Leigh DeMoss and Dannah Gresh

What other books would you add to this list?

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