Bible Question: Is there anything about our American custom of dating that violates Scriptural principles? Is dating, as we know it, proper preparation for Christian marriage? In addition to my fellow Americans, could someone also submit an answer from the viewpoint of a different culture or country? Has anyone read the book "I Kissed Dating Goodbye" by Josh Harris? If so, comments please. |
Bible Answer: Hi Kalos, "I Thess. 4 is clear that it is possible to defraud a brother or sister, not only physically, but emotionally as well! Christian families, to be safe, must erect fences that will protect against defrauding in both areas." Dr. S.M. Davis I have not read this book. However, I purchased and listened to an excellent message on CD by Dr. S. M. Davis entitiled "Seven Bible Truths Violated by Christian Dating." My 13 year old son also listened to it with me and we discussed it. This message has helped him decide to wait for the one God has prepared for him and not test the waters with dating. Checking out a young lady or young man by dating is a lack of faith in God bringing you the one prepared for you. Also, there is an exchange that is made when one becomes emotionally tied to another. Should that relationship breakup, there is a wounding. Think about it. Put yourself in that situation where you really care about someone of the opposite sex and are working on building a strong relationship. Then one day they come to you and say you are not it. They have found someone else. Does this not create a wound in your spirit? This is defrauding emotionally. It is not something we should set ourselves up for or do to others. I highly recommend this Biblically sound, easy to understand message as Dr. Davis can say it much better than I can in this short space. It may be purchased at www.visionforum.com. Yours in Christ, Bows44 |