3 Principles for Christian Dating

From the Podcast:

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Key Points:

• Principle One: Have the right mindset. Don’t date just for the sake of dating. Be intentional. Date with the mindset that you are “testing” to see if this is a person you could marry. It doesn’t mean you can’t have fun but you need to be clear as to why you’re dating and that you should both be evaluating if this relationship could go the distance.
• Principle Two: Commit to communication. Be honest about expectations. Be clear about boundaries as it pertains to being physical or when to say “I love you.” It’s also important to communicate how you each feel about the boundaries that are put in place, especially if you don’t like some of them. Be honest but also be considerate. If the other person needs certain boundaries, respect them.
• Principle Three: Set healthy boundaries. Pay attention to how you spend your time, how you touch, and how you talk. Don’t hang out late at night which could lead to making mistakes physically. And don’t forget about your friend groups. Hang out with other people and don’t spend all your time alone. Have clear boundaries as to how physical you will be and don’t do things that tempt you to go further. Don’t talk about things that could lead to temptation and don’t express love right away. Make sure it means something when you say it.

Quote This:

James 1:13-15 And remember, when you are being tempted, do not say, “God is tempting me.” God is never tempted to do wrong, and he never tempts anyone else. Temptation comes from our own desires, which entice us and drag us away. These desires give birth to sinful actions. And when sin is allowed to grow, it gives birth to death.