Genesis 2:18
“18 And the Lord God said, “It is not good that man should be alone; I will make him a helper comparable to him.”
There are moments in life when absence makes itself deeply known—not just in silence, but in the ache we carry in our hearts. Perhaps you know this feeling: waking up and instinctively reaching out, only to find the other side of the bed cold.
Or, waiting for a phone call or a message just to hear the voice that brings you peace. Watching the days roll by slower when your partner is away. That’s the space I’m living in right now—my partner is traveling in Europe, and while I am filled with joy for her adventure, I’m also missing her with a quiet ache I can’t easily shake.
Today, God has drawn my heart back to Genesis 2:18—a verse that’s often read at weddings or in discussions about marriage. But this verse holds deep wisdom for all of us who find ourselves longing for our partner’s presence. It says: “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.”
This was the first time in Scripture God said something was “not good.” Until then, everything God had made was good—light and darkness, sea and sky, birds and beasts. But then God looked at Adam, and something was missing. Not because Adam was weak or incomplete, but because we were never meant to live in isolation. We are made for companionship. We are created in love, for love.
So when your partner travels, when your other half is far away, it’s natural to feel the void. It doesn’t mean you’re needy or clingy—it means you are human. God Himself acknowledged that solitude, in the context of deep love and partnership, is not ideal. We’re wired for connection, for shared moments, for looking into someone’s eyes and knowing we’re seen and safe.
God Wants To Help Us
Let’s not rush past this idea: “I will make a helper suitable for him.” That word “helper” is not a lesser term. In Hebrew, the word is ezer, which is often used in the Old Testament to describe God as our helper. This isn’t about servitude—it’s about support, strength, and sacred presence. Your partner is not just your companion—they are your ezer, your spiritual ally. And you are theirs. That’s why their absence feels so significant. It’s like missing a piece of your own soul.
But here’s the truth I hold onto: distance does not dissolve the connection God has made. If God brought you two together, then no border, no ocean, no time zone can diminish that bond. The absence of the body cannot silence the presence of love. Love travels. Love remains. Love strengthens even in waiting.
The Mystery Of Love
The apostle Paul once wrote, “Though I am absent in body, I am present with you in spirit.” (Colossians 2:5). That is the mystery of love. We can be thousands of miles away, yet still carry each other in spirit. We can whisper prayers across continents and know that God connects our hearts through His grace.
But even as we wait for the reunion, this time apart is not wasted. It’s a time to remember how deeply we treasure one another. When someone is near us every day, it’s easy to take their presence for granted. But when they’re gone, every little thing becomes precious: their laugh, their smell, the way they look at you when you’re not saying a word. Absence sharpens gratitude.
This is also a season for growth. Your partner is away—maybe learning, exploring, resting. You, too, are here, growing in patience, prayer, and trust. And in this space, God meets us. He reminds us that while our earthly partner may be across the globe, He never leaves. Psalm 34:18 says, “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted.” And yes, missing someone we love deeply—even for a good reason—can break our hearts a little. But God comes close. He fills in the gaps. He reminds us that we are not completely alone.
So how do we walk through this season?
- Be honest with your feelings. God already knows. Tell Him you miss them. Cry if you need to. He’s not afraid of your vulnerability.
- Pray for your partner daily. Cover them in grace and safety. Prayer isn’t just protection—it’s connection.
- Stay present where you are. While they experience new places, you’re still living a story here. Don’t let your days be consumed by waiting—let them be filled with meaning.
- Cling to hope. Every day apart is one day closer to being together again.
In closing, let me remind you that the God who said, “It is not good for man to be alone,” is the same God who walks with us when we are. He fills our empty rooms with peace. He turns loneliness into longing, and longing into deeper love.
If you miss your partner today, know this: it is okay. It means your love is real. And if God brought you together, He will bring you through every season apart. Until you’re back in each other’s arms, let God hold you both in His.
To God be all the glory, now and forever.
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Heavenly Father,
You said it is not good for us to be alone, and today I feel that truth deeply.
As I miss my partner across the miles, I thank You for the gift of love You’ve placed between us.
Hold them close, keep them safe, and surround them with Your peace.
And in this season of distance, hold me too—comfort my heart, fill the silence, and remind me that love remains strong even when we’re apart.
Draw us both closer to You, and through You, closer to each other.
Until we’re reunited, be the strength that sustains us.
In Jesus’ name we pray,
Amen.
This message was written by Daniel St.Pierre
