Biblical Dating - What is it?

As a married Christian woman, I'm asked this question all the time by single friends. What is biblical dating?

Well, before we get into that, ask yourself this, "Am I ready?"

The first step in the process of moving toward dating or courtship is to evaluate yourself spiritually. Remember, the guiding principle here is that you are trying to be (or prepare to be) a godly spouse even as you try to find a godly spouse.


As you move into the stage of life where you begin to seriously consider a relationship or marriage, your first step should be to reflect on your own spiritual walk. If you aspire to be a godly husband or wife someday, what have you done and what are you doing to prepare for that ministry? The important part here is to spiritually posture yourself for that role.

In addition, are you at a place in your life where you are open and ready to date/marry? Practice and social recreation should not be your sole reasons to date. Biblical dating is for the purpose of finding a marriage partner. Side note: If you can't happily picture yourself married within a year, you're not in a position to date.

Lastly, once you decide that you're ready to date, look to the Word of God to decide the kind of person to date. Evaluate potential dating partners on the criteria that's set in the Word, rather than solely relying on the world's systems and ideals. We can often miss our blessing by getting hung up in the material.

Are you ready?

MORE TO COME! ♥