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Dating

Dating can be confusing, stressful, and hurtful. The examples (and mistakes!) of individuals in the Bible can help us to be wiser, and to navigate this stage of life more gracefully and joyfully.

a bride and a groom walking outside

What Girls Should Know Before Marriage

  • by Vertical Thought
If you enter into marriage blinded by physical attraction, you'll be rudely awakened not long after, when the full character of your spouse becomes evident.
Girl and guy sitting on a dock looking at the sunset

How Far Is Too Far?

  • by Tarra Scott
Within dating are some challenges, one of the more complicated ones being “How far is too far?”
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A question that many teens may ask is “Should I date someone who is not part of the church I attend?” Scripture does warn us to “guard our hearts.” As Christians we must be careful not to give our heart away too easily.

The Dating Dilemma

  • by Scott Hoefker
More and more voices in society attempt to challenge the basic principles from God’s Word in regard to marriage, claiming it’s out-of-date and seeking to change its definition. And along with that, some of those same principles for dating are being ignored. There’s much to be said about these relationships God instituted, beginning when He first made man and woman, and continuing throughout the...
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A man and woman holding hands walking in a park in the fall.

Choose Love

  • by Frank Dunkle
Hollywood may tell us we're helpless when it comes to falling in love. But the reality is we can rule over our emotions and make wise choices.
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Sex and the Young Christian

Youth Focus... Sex and the Young Christian

  • by Dan Dowd
Sex sells in the popular culture, and many young Christians are buying. But outside the right context, sex brings consequences. What does the One who designed sex say on the matter?
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Waiting for Marriage - What Do I Do Now?

Waiting for Marriage - What Do I Do Now?

  • by Amanda Stiver
Do you feel stuck and lonely in the single life - worried that you’ll never find a mate? A right perspective will help - along with taking action.
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Sex and The Young Christian

Sex & The Young Christian

  • by Dan Dowd
Sex sells in the popular culture, and many young Christians are buying. But outside the right context, sex brings consequences. What does the One who designed sex say on the matter?
Vantage Point: Biblical Marriage & Prayer

Vantage Point: Biblical Marriage & Prayer

  • by Randy Stiver
In the words of Sir Winston Churchill: "Where does the family start? It starts with a young man falling in love with a girl—no superior alternative has yet been found."
Friends With Benefits What's the Problem?

"Friends With Benefits" What's the Problem?

  • by Amanda Stiver
The expression "friends with benefits" refers to the relationship where a guy and girl who are friends socialize, share companionship at times and have regular sex with "no strings attached".
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What's Right With Marriage

What's Right With Marriage

  • by Scott Hoefker
More and more voices in society attempt to run down marriage, claiming it's out of date and seeking to change its definition. But there's still much to be said for this relationship God instituted when He first made man and woman.
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The Perfect Support System

The Perfect Support System

  • by Whitney Creech
Coping with teen pregnancy is hard - premarital sex and children out of wedlock being against the purpose of marriage and family. But there is help to go forward.
A closeup of young woman's face.

What If You've Made a Mistake?

  • by United Church of God
When it comes to sex, people make mistakes—both premarital and extramarital. The biblical way to cleanse one's conscience is to repent—that is, stop breaking God's law.
A group people.

Popular Sexual Myths

  • by United Church of God
Given all the confusion that exists today regarding sex, it's important for us to understand some of the most common but mistaken ideas about this subject.