ating can be a very confusing and complicated time in a young teenager’s life because they haven’t established a solid set of boundaries. As parents, we often times don’t prepare our children for this and just assume they will learn. Below we’ve listed some “Do’s” that may help teenagers establish some boundaries so that dating can be fun and exciting yet remain within the spiritual realm of God’s will. With these boundaries teenagers will be better equipped so they won't be set up by the devil for disappointment.
“Do's of Dating”
Do – Commit to God and yourself that you will keep yourself morally (sexually) pure, until marriage.
Do – Put God first in all you do with one another.
Do – Talk to your parents and get their permission before making a decision to date.
Do – Set boundaries BEFORE you start dating.
Do – Date someone your own age.
Do – Date someone that has the same values and convictions as you.
Do – Date for friendship first.
Do – Pray for one another.
Do – Discuss your convictions, boundaries, and expectations with one another up front.
Do – Go with others or groups on dates.
Do – Respect the convictions and boundaries of one another.
Do – Look for warning signs that could lead you to bad behavior.
Do – Discuss positive and spiritually stimulating subjects.
Do – Know where you’re going on a date and what you will be doing BEFORE leaving.
Do – Take a break from dating sometimes.
