More Than a Logophile
The subject of sin is an unpopular one in most of today’s world, but the actions and effects of sin are more blatant than ever. Even Christians like to avoid talking about it for fear of offense, name calling, and a host of other things. Yet the state of humanity is obvious, and the Bible … Continue reading Sin
Truth is always under attack. In today’s culture, it’s easy to find people who say things like, “That may be true for you,” “What’s true for you isn’t necessarily true for me,” or “It’s different for me.” As Christians, we know that God’s Word (the Bible) is true, and it’s true for everyone, regardless of … Continue reading Convictions, Opinions, and the Truth
The sensation we call “falling in love” isn’t actually love. It can’t be, for two main reasons: The sensationLove is a choice and, as a Christian, should be a lifestyle This article could very easily seem like a wet blanket here to smother your fantasies of a new crush or relationship. Logic seems so contrary … Continue reading The Logic of Love
This year, we’ve talked a lot about love. I didn’t really mean for it to happen that way, but God has continued to bring facets of love to my attention. In dating and courtship series, we touched briefly on investing time in others outside of relationships. For a lot of people, having a relationship and … Continue reading Proactive Love
Harris, Joshua. I Kissed Dating Goodbye. Colorado Springs: Multnomah Books, 2003. Print. Baker, Ernie. Marry Wisely, Marry Well. Wapwallopen: Shepherd Press, 2016. Print. Elliot, Elisabeth. Passion and Purity. Grand Rapids: Fleming H. Revell, 2002. Print. Paulsen, Heather Arnel. Emotional Purity. Wheaton: Crossway, 2007. Print. “Chastity.” Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary. Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary, 28 Apr. 2018. Web. Apr. 2018 … Continue reading Principles of Dating and Courtship: Bibliography
The only way to avoid becoming ensnared by the longings of the flesh is for the wills of both people to be offered to God as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable, with only the ashes left behind on the altar of prayer to represent what they gave up in the presence of the One … Continue reading Principles of Dating and Courtship Part 10
Keeping each other’s best interests in mind also includes a large measure of respect. Having love enough to marry someone, yet enough respect for them, their purity, and their well-being to keep some distance until the time is right and all green lights have been cleared. Love and respect go hand in hand. Respect also … Continue reading Principles of Dating and Courtship Part 9
The best thing for young singles to keep in mind as they consider a relationship is that their unmarried years are a gift from God. As with every other blessing and gift that comes down from the Father of Lights, these years are to be used to glorify Him and not to worry about what … Continue reading Principles of Dating and Courtship Part 8
In courtship, the entire point is to stay pure and keep God at the center. Instead of a young man asking a young woman out to dinner when he realizes he is attracted to her, he prays about it and talks to his parents, getting them involved. If they agree that the girl is a … Continue reading Principles of Dating and Courtship Part 7
Most dating relationships do not start as mere friendships. If they did, then both people would have better respect for each other rather than creating a relationship that is mainly physical and, as a result, superficial. As Charlotte Bronté once said, “If we would build on a sure foundation in friendship, we must love friends … Continue reading Principles of Dating and Courtship Part 6
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