Dating for God’s Glory (1)
This article by Garry Eriks addresses how biblical principles apply to dating practices, arguing that while the Bible doesn't explicitly mention dating, it provides important guidance through principles rooted in God's design for marriage. The author emphasizes that dating must be governed by biblical truth about marriage, involve parental oversight, and be conducted "in the Lord" as a foundation for godly relationships leading to marriage.
Does the Bible say anything about dating? This is a good question for young people who are dating and who desire to date. The answer to this question is what parents should be discussing with their young people. There are two answers to this question. The first answer is, "No." If you search in your Bible app or concordance you will not find the words, "date," "dating," "boyfriend," or "girlfriend." Paul did not write about what to do on a first date. He does not tell us how long to date...
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