More Than a Logophile
To say I loved this book would be an understatement. I read it cover to cover in an afternoon and needed exactly 3 tissues. If you've been following me very long, you know that I firmly believe that God uses books to shape us and draw us closer to Him. The Memories We Painted did … Continue reading Book Review: The Memories We Painted
I came across a post recently that got me thinking. It was intended to be one of those empowering, self-care type posts, but as good as it sounds, it goes completely against what the Bible says. “They may love you. But if they can’t choose you, you must walk away. You are way too valuable … Continue reading To Love a Friend
This article is meant to deal with some of the most common questions about crushes and one-sided attraction. Guys, if you want to know some of the concerns that girls tend to have, please read on. Girls, if you’re obsessing over a guy you have a crush on (or you think has a crush on … Continue reading Most Common Questions: Crush Edition
Today we’re starting a progressive series on love. This series is going to take us to some places that may surprise you, but it is going to logically follow the flow of a Christian worldview. A couple of weeks ago, we went over a few of the many reasons that believers should read their Bibles. … Continue reading God is Love
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
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