Dating

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Boy and girl hands almost touching.

What I Wish My Younger Self Knew About Lust

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There’s one thing I need to warn you about. You’re going to struggle with lust, and I’m sad to say that a lot of it will stem from these three lies that you will—or already—believe about sex and intimacy.
A woman and a man do not look to each other

Red Flags You Should Never Ignore

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I was dating the “edgy Christian guy” who played guitar in the worship team and wore cool shoes. He also exhibited small but worrying behaviours at times, but I figured I would be able to fix them.
a shot of a female and male legs with bags

Does it Matter Who Makes the First Move?

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I was the one who made the first move by asking my then-boyfriend (now husband) out. We first met online and after an encouraging conversation, I initiated a coffee date.
A friend is comforting her friend

Leaning on God in the Season of Heartbreak

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Last year was a tough one for me. I thought I could end up with someone whom I considered my best friend and my safe place, but it did not happen as I’d hoped.
Illustration of a man standing alone against the wall

Dealing With the Aftermath of a Bad Breakup

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On the surface, we might’ve looked like a happily-in-love couple, but beneath this façade were fears, misunderstandings, anger, and doubts built up due to silent treatments and unresolved arguments.
Illustration of a couple holding hands walking away from her friend

My Friend is Dating a Non-Christian. What Should I Do?

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I was that friend who once dated a non-Christian. Let me tell you my story.
Couple sitting on a wall together

Navigating My First Relationship (With Help From the Bible)

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It’s not surprising if you feel that the Bible isn’t a book you can run to for advice on modern-day romance. Nevertheless, there are some Biblical principles that we can discerningly apply to our romantic pursuits.
Couple's lower halves standing across from one another in church

The Kind of Compromise We Need When Dating

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"Is he worth wearing a skirt for?" That's the question a good friend left with me after I shared my doubts about the guy I was dating. 
Illustration of online dating profiles

5 Ways to Stop Feeling Desperate When It Comes to Dating

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At the start of each relationship, I was worried that I wouldn't find a suitable life partner. My trust in God had begun to waver. The resulting feeling of desperation caused me to compromise on aspects that should’ve been clear non-negotiables when looking for my future husband.