Christian Dating Advice

They say that matches and marriages are made in heaven and we just meet our better half or soulmate on the earth. Yes, this might seem to be redundant and a huge passe, but then sometimes in some cases around you, you cannot help feeling that this is true to some extent. Of course the other end of the spectrum is reckless, blind and senseless dating going around all over us. All the same, taking the thread of the former, that matches are made in heaven, young adults, will obviously say that how would we know that unless we get out, start dating members of the opposite sex? But just so, religion has answers to almost everything in this world and dating is not an exception.

Basically, dating advice in Christianity has two threads. One is meant to comfort and soothe individuals and the other is meant to instruct. The latter is given by pastors and counselors. The former is normally received from friends and close relatives. After this, coming up are actual dating tips for men with respect to Christianity.

Christian Dating Advice for Men
Guys, brace yourselves, as coming up your way are some Christian dating tips for men!

# 1
Guys, beyond 18 reading this I am sure do not need to be told what I am going to describe now. But those who are approaching the dating age and business will need to know this. The first thing is appearance. Please guys, do whatever, but avoid looking shabby or over the top. I mean this is not what I am saying! This is according to or rather based on what Christianity says about relationships and dating is a part of that. Coming back to the point though, be clean, dress well. If you have to keep a beard, ensure that it is groomed and cut well. All in all look dashing and debonair!

# 2
Have a good sense of humor. Never forget it at home on a date. Girls always love a guy with a good sense of humor.

# 3
According to some verses in Christianity, having sex or even touching your partner before is a taboo.

# 4
Know the art of wooing and making an impression on the fairer sex by throwing in compliments about her here and there.

These are the basic things men have to remember, be it teenagers or adults. Girls and women generally do not need to be told about keeping their appearance good. They are inherently inclined towards that. Hence most of these things of apart from sense of humor and restraint are only for guys. These things hence apply to teenagers as well.

Christian Dating Advice for Young Adults

There are some more dating rules for Christians apart from those mentioned above, which apply to both men and women equally.

# 1
As per dating advice for Christians, they should not date non believers. The basis of this can be seen in 2 Corinthians 6:14, the Bible says, "Do not be yoked with unbelievers." To be yoked refers to marriage or in today's context relationship, which might end up in a marriage.

# 2
Group dating is not the right thing to do. The reason being, there is no heart to heart connection if you are in a group and you would not get to understand the other person better.

# 3
In connection with dating advice and tips, the Bible says that, in a relationship, you should not expect anything from the other person. You can give unconditional love, but do not expect anything in return. For instance, women, if you are having a feeling that this is the guy, it should not come as a surprise if that guy shies away from you. More so if you give such kind of feelers.

# 4
Patience is the key to developing relationships and to let them develop. So never rush into relationships. Relationship like this is like wine, the more time you give, the better it becomes.

# 5
Finally, even if you do not rush into things, make sure you go by your gut feeling is what we are told by our friends and kin sometimes. But regarding dating, Christianity says that follow the king or the lord, the creator while dating.

Now there will be different interpretations of advice and the dating or relationship related verses in Bible. What you believe and what your personal values are matters a lot too. Approaching relationships carefully and sincerely will go a long way in maintaining them.

Last but not the least, give time and meet different people! No need to hustle up into hooking a member of opposite sex! Keep flings and casual dating at bay! Breaking a relationship is tough! For now, though, I sign off here! All the best!