Christian Dating
Christian dating baffles me. i can hardly comprehend how so many Christians are dating in the church, with no intentions of tying the knot. I ask myself, when did casual dating and casual sex become a icon in Christian culture? A more controversial question would be how did this happen? I believe that i am lucky, Christianity has dealt me a blow of isolation, and for me this is good. 1 Cor 7:9. " but if they cannot exercise self control, let them marry. For it is far better to marry than to burn with passion" . Yes, i admit it, i am burning, however my true quest for the clean temple so the Holy Spirit may dwell in it, has a hotter flame.
I am no bible scholar by any means. But I think if more of us Christians spent time in the "word" (self included) we might be more apt to use it as a guide for our lives. But over all as far as christian dating is concerned I think we have adopted the wordly view of; If it feels good...do it! And If no body knows it's ok. But God knows all and sees all and as my mom always said "what's done in the dark will come to light." And one day we will be judged for the things that we have done with our time here on earth and who we've done it with lol!. Are you ready for that?...I don't know that I am either, but with the help of the Lord I'm working on it everyday!
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You are correct, Christians should spend more time in the Word, and so might I suggest to those out there in Christendom, perhaps your first date should be at church. Not much is going to happen as long as you know the church mother is watching you. She wants to know who that man is you have waltzed in with. You can simply tell her when she asks, " I am on a Christian date". I wonder what kind of church gossip can spur from that, LOL!
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Very interesting ,but I believe that if you are strong in your faith you will fine the wright one,rather she or he is a christian or not he will provide you wtih the person you belong with.
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Christian dating is not all difficult to do. When you're dating your sister or brother in Christ, you view them as close family. You treat all family with respect, just like you would treat your own mother. Stay away from a lot of heavy courting and alone time in the bedroom,,,oops!!!!! Your backseat of your Jeep,,Oho!!! We as Christians tend to put our selves in bad situations, where we have to fight temptation. It's like playing around a hot stove, eventually you'll get burnt. When courting you should be trying to get to now more about the persons likes and dislikes, tendency, there family, ambitions, do you want an extended family. Those are some very good questions you may want to talk about. If we go through this process of elimination we will find our mate and eliminate the waste of time. Then you can get married in Holy bliss. O k so I didn't do it the way I talked about it, but we got to start some where. Brothas and sistas David was correct when he said "When I'm trying to do right, evil is always present". Let's stay prayed up. And keep the full armor of the lord on. Bless you.
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I have fallen short many of days and i know 1st hand how difficult it is. The Christian walk is filled with all kinds of things to deter us from the path. I am going to stay in prayer cuz sin is for suckers and I am far from perfect. I will give you credit Tone, you beat us all to the marriage vows at an early age, kudos.
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Exactly. Stay out of situations that would be tempting. Spend time with the opposite gender in group situations. If you are interested in someone, rather than focusing on their body, focus on their character, personality, dreams, and ability to live life.
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Loved the Sermon video C, Bo.
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i see you doing ya thang stay strong
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I think the Apostle Paul was leaning toward a person's dedication to Christ and whether they can fulfill their obligations to the ministry when he was speaking in that verse. There are many people who can go through life without a partner, it's only natural for people to want to be together. The "natural burning with passion" should be controlled.
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