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Happy Families Podcast: My Daughter Has a Boyfriend
When Should Kids Start Dating?
By: Collett Smart
It would be naïve of parents to think their child won’t develop love interests at various times in their high school years. Indeed, belittling our teens for having feelings is the quickest way to ensure they never come to talk to us, about relationships, as they get older. Continue reading “When Should Kids Start Dating?”
What Marriage is Really Like
By: Sabrina Peters
Before I was married, I had this picture in my head of what I thought marriage would be. It was a dreamy blend of The Notebook and A Walk to Remember. Continue reading “What Marriage is Really Like”
How to Know if He’s Boyfriend Material
By: Sabrina Peters
So you’re into this guy and you you think he’ll make the perfect boyfie, but you’re not sure if you should start dating. Here are 10 questions that will help you figure out if he’s just a crush or has real potential. Continue reading “How to Know if He’s Boyfriend Material”
10 Don’ts of Christian Dating
By: Sabrina Peters
Relationships can be messy, and love can be complicated. Here are “10 Don’ts of Christian Dating”. They are raw and honest, compiled by the many failings of my own life and the wisdom of a collective group of voices. Continue reading “10 Don’ts of Christian Dating”
Should a Woman Ask a Man Out?
By: Tania Harris
Should a woman ask a man out on a date? I asked this question once to a class full of young and hip ministry students. The overwhelming majority objected without a hiccup. “No. Never!” one guy declared with rock-solid conviction. “That’s such a turnoff!” said another crossing his arms. Continue reading “Should a Woman Ask a Man Out?”
What to Say to Your Kids When They’re Going on Their First Date
Australia doesn’t have much of a dating culture. Our kids aren’t usually asking someone on a date, going out as a couple, and then dating someone different next week.
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‘I Survived I Kissed Dating Goodbye’ – The Aussie Director Behind Joshua Harris’ Documentary
By: Laura Bennett
In 1997 a 21 year-old Joshua Harris wrote, ‘I Kissed Dating Goodbye’, the Christian youths’ so-called guidebook to saving sex for marriage, and approaching romantic relationships with fresh intentionality. Continue reading “‘I Survived I Kissed Dating Goodbye’ – The Aussie Director Behind Joshua Harris’ Documentary”
The Importance of Preparing for Marriage, Not Just Your Wedding
By: Sabrina Peters
Most couples spend so much time planning for their wedding day, but very little time planning for their marriage. I know, because several years ago that young bride to be was me. Continue reading “The Importance of Preparing for Marriage, Not Just Your Wedding”
Why I Waited for the Wedding Night – the Truth about Abstinence
By: Sabrina Peters
When I was a teenager I kissed a lot of guys. My high school years were riddled with multiple short-lived romances. In grade 10 I entered a relationship with a guy that lasted almost 3 years. I genuinely thought I was in love. Continue reading “Why I Waited for the Wedding Night – the Truth about Abstinence”