How to Recognize Your King: Is He the One God Has Ordained for You?

By Brother Donato S. Powell, Sr.
A devotional on Jeremiah 17:9–10 and how the Word and Spirit search, heal, and transform our inner life

🕊️ Introduction: When God Writes Your Love Story

In a world obsessed with romance, it's easy to feel pressure to find “the one.” But the Bible reminds us that not every good thing is a God thing. Discernment is essential.

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.” — Proverbs 3:5

This devotional is for women wondering: “Is he the one?” May you gain peace, clarity, and the confidence to wait for the man God is preparing—not the one the world pressures you to settle for.

💡 10 Biblical Signs to Look For

1. Let God Do the Choosing

Start with prayer. God sees your future and your heart.

“The heart is deceitful… who can know it?” —Jeremiah 17:9

Let Him guide, not your feelings.

2. Friendship First, Then Courtship

A Christ-centered friendship builds the foundation.

“Can two walk together unless they agree?” —Amos 3:3

Courtship comes with purpose, not confusion.

3. Evaluate the Fruit

Is he rooted in Christ?

“You will know them by their fruits.” —Matthew 7:16

Look for spiritual maturity and accountability.

4. Is He Pursuing You with Godly Intent?

“He who finds a wife finds a good thing.” —Proverbs 18:22

God’s man leads with clarity, not games.

5. A Plan and a Place

Is he ready to provide, lead, and commit?

“If anyone does not provide... he has denied the faith.” —1 Timothy 5:8

6. Watch His Circle

Bad company corrupts good character.

Look at his friends, mentors, and family dynamics.

7. Does He Walk in Purpose?

Before Eve, Adam had a purpose.

Your future partner should be vision-driven.

8. Are Your Callings Compatible?

“Two are better than one…” —Ecclesiastes 4:9

He should support your calling, not silence it.

9. Is He Emotionally and Spiritually Whole?

Healed people love better.

“Love your neighbor as yourself.” —Mark 12:31

10. Does He Lead You Closer to Christ?

A godly man draws you nearer to God, not away.

“Husbands, love your wives just as Christ loved the church…” —Ephesians 5:25

💡 Real-Life Encouragement

You don’t have to beg to be loved.

You don’t have to settle to feel seen.

Your Father is the King—He won’t send a counterfeit.

Wait for the one who reflects God’s heart for you.

🛐 A Prayer for Discernment

“Lord, I surrender my heart to You. Help me see through Your eyes. Lead me away from what distracts and toward what honors You. Prepare my heart for the man You are preparing for me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

📥 Download the Simple Devotional Worksheet

This week’s worksheet is a prayerful guide to help you reflect on your current or future relationships through God’s lens of purpose, peace, and truth.

👉 Download the Simple Worksheet – How to Recognize Your King (PDF)

Use it during your quiet time or as part of your small group study.

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This devotional is part of The Berean Journey — a Bible study series by Kingdom Fusion Fellowship.

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