How Singles Are Using Bible Study to Transform Their Lives

1. A New Moment for Single Christians

More than 127 million U.S. adults are single, and they now outnumber married adults for the first time in history. Yet on any given Sunday only 23 percent of churchgoers are single, even though more than 40 percent of the surrounding community is unmarried. (tfoministries.org)

Inside that gap are millions of believers who feel unseen by ministries that still assume marriage is the default destination of Christian adulthood. At the same time, broader culture delivers an endless stream of dating hacks, relationship podcasts, and swipe-based solutions.

Many Christian singles have tried those voices and discovered they do not answer the deeper question: “Why has God allowed this season in my life, and what should I do with it?”

2. The Limits of Mainstream Dating Advice

Secular advice often treats singleness as a temporary inconvenience to solve quickly—usually by tweaking one’s profile, flirting technique, or attachment style. Yet Scripture frames singleness as an intentional gift with kingdom purpose (1 Corinthians 7:7). Without that theological lens, even well-meaning tips can amplify anxiety (“Why am I still single?”) rather than nurture intimacy with Christ.

A 2025 Pew Religious Landscape Study notes that 62 percent of U.S. adults still identify as Christian, but cultural Christianity alone does not produce the resilience needed to thrive while single. (pewresearch.org)

3. Why Bible Study Matters More Than Ever

The State of the Bible research shows that 39 percent of U.S. adults open Scripture only three or four times a year. (centerforbibleengagement.org) Yet the Center for Bible Engagement (CBE) found a dramatic shift when people engage the Bible four or more times a week (“Power of 4”): feelings of loneliness drop by 30 percent, bitterness in relationships by 40 percent, and the likelihood of sharing faith jumps 200 percent. (centerforbibleengagement.org)

For Christian singles, those numbers translate into tangible life change:

          Ø Fewer nights questioning self-worth,

          Ø Healthier boundaries when dating, and

          Ø Bolder service in church and community.

The data also show that group Bible study raises daily Bible engagement from 41 percent to 56 percent. (centerforbibleengagement.org) Community really does accelerate growth.

4. Five Transformational Shifts Singles Report

These shifts are echoed in composite stories we hear at S.A.L.T.:

“When I learned to trace the Hebrew verbs in Genesis 2, I stopped seeing Adam as a man who was ‘alone’ and started seeing him as a man placed on mission before marriage. That freed me to pursue my calling in urban ministry instead of chasing the next date.” — Kelly, 29

“Studying Paul’s singleness in 1 Corinthians 7 convinced me that this season is not a holding pattern. Two months later I launched a small-group for single dads at my church.” — Marcus, 34

5. The S.A.L.T. Distinctive: From Reading to Revelation

Singles Applying The Lord’s Truth (S.A.L.T.) exists precisely because statistics are not enough—people need a proven pathway to move from casual reading to life-altering revelation.

Our approach rests on four pillars:

1.  Inductive Method – Observation, interpretation, application. You learn how to study, not just what to study.

2.  Hermeneutical Tools – We compare translations, dig into original languages, consult historical context, and use dictionaries/lexicons so you grasp what the text meant then and what it means now.

3.  Accountable Community – Bi-Weekly live sessions, prayer partners, and moderated discussion forums keep momentum high (remember that 56 percent statistic).

4.  Purpose-Driven Focus – Our online Bible Study, “The Purpose of Being Single,” begins with an in-depth examination of the first single man, Adam, tracking how mission preceded matrimony. Participants craft a personal “Kingdom Assignment” that channels their gifts today rather than waiting for ‘someday’.

6. Measurable Results from the Field

Over the past three cohorts we surveyed participants at entry and completion (12 weeks). Highlights:

• Daily Scripture engagement jumped from 18 percent to 68 percent.
• Sense of calling clarity (self-reported on a 1–10 scale) rose from 4.1 to 8.3.
• Readiness to set healthy dating boundaries increased by 52 percent.
• Volunteer hours in local churches or nonprofits doubled within three months of graduation.

These numbers mirror external research showing that accountability, study guides, and reading plans are correlated with a 70 percent likelihood of daily Bible reading. (centerforbibleengagement.org)

7. Why This Matters Right Now

The cultural narrative says time is running out, your biological clock is ticking, and you need to “fix yourself” to attract the right partner. Scripture counters with a higher reality: God appoints seasons for unique kingdom impact. In a world where nearly a third of adults are single and many feel mentally, spiritually, or emotionally adrift, robust Bible study is not a niche hobby—it is strategic discipleship.

“Blessed is the one…whose delight is in the law of the LORD…Whatever they do prospers.” (Psalm 1:1-3)

When singles learn to delight in the Word, prosperity takes many forms: emotional stability, bold witness, entrepreneurial ventures, and marriages built on covenant rather than desperation.

8. Your Next Step — Join The Purpose of Being Single Online Bible Study

If you long to experience the shifts outlined above, we invite you to enroll in our signature program. Here’s what you’ll gain:

1.  Master the Skill of Bible Study

o    Develop a repeatable method that draws you into personal interaction with Scripture.

o    Leverage multiple translations, study Bibles, word-study tools, and cultural backgrounds to uncover fresh insight.

2.  Discover God’s Design for Your Singleness

o    This in-depth study of the first single man, Adam, will develop your sense of discerning your future mate and revolutionize your walk with Christ.

o    You will learn how to hear God clearly for yourself, and how to apply God’s messages to your life.

God wants to build a secure and established relationship with you first, so you can experience and know how to have that same kind of relationship with your future spouse.

Register today and learn what the Bible really says about being single. Spaces are limited because we keep mentor-to-student ratios low for meaningful feedback. Click here to register!