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15 Bible Verses About Dating Advice!

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When it comes to dating advice, there are a few essential things to remember. Firstly, dating is an agreed-upon commitment to date your partner exclusively. You must share values and interests with your partner, most importantly, faith in God, as well as similar interests and hobbies. Take things slowly and ask meaningful questions about what makes your partner tick.

2 Corinthians 6:14  Do not be yoked together with unbelievers. For what do righteousness and wickedness have in common? Or what fellowship can light have with darkness?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A House Divided Can Not Stand!

 

 

 

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When You Date The Right Person, You Will Know It!

“FALLING in love” is a DANGEROUS mix of words, like falling off a high cliff onto the rocks below; the end can’t be good! Please do NOT ever “FALL” into LOVE. True love takes careful observation, communication, seeking the Lord, getting His clear go-ahead, faithfully & continually holding the relationship before the Lord, willingness to give it up at any time the Lord says, “STOP!” Authentic, healthy LOVE is a beautiful, growing Gift with roots deep into the water of the Word.

 

 

 

More Wisdom From My Good Friend Sue Sauer!

Talks about having a relationship with the opposite gender that will have some pain. Her husband, Ron Sauer, says, “If you play football, you will get hit. If you swim, you’re going to get wet! And a relationship, friendship, or romance will produce hurt from time to time.” The secret is to recognize that and prepare your heart to respond rightly to the person who hurt you, bypassing/casting “ALL your care on Him because He CARES for YOU!” (1 Peter 5:7). When two people get good at that they reflect his kindness & unconditional love to each other in ways that build up and don’t tear down; ways that seek the other’s good, ways to heal rather than to hurt. ~ Sue Sauer

 

 

 

50 Principles For Healthy Dating!

  1. Learn what their relationship with God means to them. Hear their testimony.
  2. Find out about their past, especially if they are divorced, have children, or have other factors.
  3. Don’t give up your personal life and friendships.
  4. Only talk about marriage initially (only to see if they are open to it someday, and if that is something you want).
  5. Can you see them as a possible teammate?
  6. How important is God to them in their life?
  7. Don’t be misled by good or not-so-good looks.
  8. Is physical attraction the main attraction, or are spiritual, emotional, and intellectual attraction important too?
  9. Take enough time to get to know each other and their likes and dislikes.
  10. Look for Godly character and let them know you like that.
  11. Take your time before you kiss; at least 4 months of dating is wise.
  12. Sex before marriage is not an option.
  13. Don’t tell them you love them until you know it is true love.
  14. Are they friendly, like-minded, respectful, kind, honest, transparent, loyal, and have integrity?
  15. Do they generally seem to be more naturally positive or negative?
  16. Are they emotionally stable, generally speaking?
  17. Do they have any past or present addiction or issue that needs to be discussed?
  18. Do they have a good sense of humor?
  19. Do they communicate well, both listening and talking?
  20. Try to limit to 3 dates per week, max. You can start slow; you can always increase later.
  21. Pay attention if they tend to argue or debate quickly.
  22. Enjoy your time together, hang out with one another, and try to have a purpose.
  23. Keep both eyes open while dating, then shut one eye if you were to get married.
  24. Always be the best person you can be, and help others improve.
  25. Knowing each other brings them closer to God, no matter how the relationship develops.
  26. Listen to them well and show them love through your actions and kind words.
  27. How do they talk about others, and do they seem worthy of your trust?
  28. Encourage open communication and transparency.
  29. Keep the relationship a little private until it is more established.
  30. Ask a mentor, a close friend, or even a counselor or pastor for advice about your situation.
  31. Remember that just because you are dating someone does not mean it will lead to marriage.
  32. Enjoy getting to know them as brothers or sisters in Christ, whether or not you stay together.
  33. Do they act, talk, and dress appropriately?
  34. Be honest about why you are attracted to them and if that is substantial enough for a healthy relationship.
  35. Remember that you want God’s will to be done, not your will!
  36. Can they freely ask for forgiveness and also forgive you?
  37. Remember that it is okay to be single. Yet marriage can be excellent with the right person.
  38. What are their standards, values, and morals? Is it compatible with yours?
  39. Go slow emotionally; do not count your chickens before they are hatched.
  40. Be sure that the way you treat them is pleasing to the Lord and that your conscience is clear.
  41. Please pay attention to them while determining their character. Tell them what you admire about them.
  42. There is no such thing as a perfect girlfriend or boyfriend.
  43. Don’t email, text, or call too often or not enough. Ask what is comfortable for them.
  44. Give and take healthy space for one another. I hope you have healthy boundaries.
  45. Pay attention to red flags. Talk to them calmly and nonjudgmentally, as you would want to be talked to.
  46. Determine if any negative trait is unacceptable to you. Can you negotiate or make other arrangements?
  47. Remember that you are not perfect, and neither are they.
  48. Think of what you consider a deal breaker before you start dating someone.
  49. Pray about the relationship. Do not make any decisions based only on emotions.
  50. Ideally, wait all four seasons before getting married to know them well enough.

~ Bill Greguska

What To Do If You Have Feelings For Someone?

 

 

 

 

Dating Advice: The Leading Of God, Not Of Your Hormones!

  1. “Don’t judge a book by its cover.” That’s how the old saying goes. But as you get to know the other person, ask questions, and learn about your date before you consider letting yourself fall in love.
  2. Ensure your values and goals do not clash; for example, if you would love to have children and your partner is not interested, that would be an excellent example of a conflict. It is also suggested that your spending habits align with your dates, as money is a common source of arguments.
  3. Are there standards for movies and television like yours?
  4. Are they the type of person who keeps their Word?

 

 

 

Here Are 4 More Good Suggestions!

  1. Share on an as-needed basis, which means not disclosing personal shortcomings initially; however, at some point, more will need to come out.
  2. Do not get involved in a romantic relationship with a non-Christian. You can be friends, but do not date someone who does not hold similar spiritual beliefs. This can be a point of division in the long run.
  3. It’s important to remember that dating is an agreed-upon commitment to date your partner exclusively, and it comes with some essential considerations. For a successful partnership, having common interests and values, such as faith in God, is crucial. Take the time to get to know your partner fully before deciding whether you’re compatible for marriage. Being patient can make all the difference between success and failure in relationships.
  4. Rushing into things may lead to divorce, so it’s always wise to be prayerful and take things slowly. Good dating advice involves asking deep questions about what makes them tick, understanding their beliefs regarding following the Lord, and taking sex off the table until after marriage. Enjoy spending time together as friends while learning more about each other; this will create a strong foundation that lasts through life’s challenges. Remember always that good communication is key.

 

 

15 Red Flags That Will Keep You In A Bad Relationship!

 

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One of the best ways to get to know someone when dating is to ask questions and observe their behavior!

  1. Do you swim?
  2. Could you mention some favorite memories?
  3. What is their favorite Bible verse & why? (Note if they wish to know yours too)
  4. Have they ever looked at Proverbs in the context of friendships? Would they like to be with you?
  5. What life goal(s) do you have?
  6. Do they like learning new things?
  7. Do any particular subjects interest them the most?
  8. What’s on your “Bucket List”? I.e., what do you want to do in life? Do you have goals? Do you have prayers and plans to reach them?
  9. Future Hope? Proverbs 24:20 states that only evildoers have no future hope!
  10. How do they respond to your encouragement?
  11. You want to know how they evaluate friendships. (their level of discretion/reasons for intimacy with others.
  12. Are they a-worry-wart? If not, why not?
  13. Do you ever discuss the sermons from church?
  14. What are their gifts/areas of expertise/interest?
  15. Things they like to share with you would enrich your life.

 

 

Dating Is A Process ~ Not A Race!

  1. Observe your partner’s personality. Be sure that they are loyal. Learn how to handle their temper, be open to what the Bible teaches, not be addicted to drugs or alcohol, and tend to be unselfish and honest in all areas of their life, like decision-making, values, respect, forgiveness, etc. Most importantly, learn how their faith in God influences their life.
  2. Practice manners from the start and prioritize them throughout the relationship. If you maintain this respectful attitude when the foundations of marriage are laid, it will be possible to build on them later.
  3. Don’t expect your partner to be perfect, which means things the media conjure up in our minds (muscular men/shapely women). Looks are fleeting, but good character is worth more than silver or gold.
  4. Date with a purpose in mind. Guard your heart, and don’t allow yourself to be disrespected. Have high standards. Don’t settle for something mediocre when God has something exceptional for you.
  5. God intended sex for marriage, and as a disciple of Christ, it’s our responsibility to protect ourselves when we get married. The world has turned sexual activity into a recreational sport when, in fact, God’s purpose for sex is for it to be a spiritual bonding between two married people. Don’t let the world influence your view on sex. 

 

 

 

The Best Dating Advice Is To Get Anchored In Jesus First!

 

 

 

Some Specific Scriptures To Encourage You:

2 Timothy 2:22 ESV 

So flee youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, along with those who call on the Lord from a pure heart.

1 Corinthians 6:18 ESV 

Flee from sexual immorality. Every other sin a person commits is outside the body, but the sexually immoral person sins against his own body.

Genesis 2:24 ESV 

Therefore, a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh.

Proverbs 31:30 ESV 

Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.

Matthew 19:5 ESV 

And said, ‘Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh’?

Amos 3:3 ESV

“Do two walk together unless they have agreed to meet?

 

 

 

 

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