Author	Thread: Courtship vs Dating
Admin	Courtship vs Dating Posted : 21 May, 2010 05:15 PM These are not entirely all my words just what I believe in. Although dating may eventually lead to marriage, it is not intended to lead directly to marriage. The main motive behind dating is some kind of sexual stimulation and satisfaction. If someone would argue that point, I would say, "If it is just the company of the opposite sex you are after and not sexual stimulation, hold your sister's hand " Dating, is not in the Bible in word, principle or example. Courting= Courting is men and women seeking each other out, under supervision, for the purpose of finding a spouse in the will of God. This is scriptural. It is found in the Bible in word, principle and example. 1. God created us male and female, or sexual beings. 2. God instituted marriage as His righteous answer to man's sexual nature and need. 3. Courtship is the process that brings men and women together for marriage. 4. Therefore, courtship is part of the doctrine of marriage, and we can find principles and guidelines for courtship in our Lord's doctrinal statement about marriage. Dr, Don Green says, "One of the most beautiful and romantic things on earth is a couple, deeply in love with each other and united in an adventure to serve God by faith. " Just thought I'd throw this out there...for all to see, and comment. Post Reply
View Profile History	Courtship vs Dating Posted : 28 May, 2010 05:09 PM Can you say "semantics"? It seems that these things are just a matter of how one defines them. As I've been on this site and others I have noticed there is a GREAT difference in what each person defines as suitable parameters for approaching the opposite sex. There are differences in motives and methods. Many seem to be looking for marriage partners but are not sure how to go about it, espcially on the second go around. Others completely disagree on what is ok before marriage...is holding hands ok? Kissing? or even being alone together in a public or private setting? Courting implies a relationship that is formed as an agreement to prepare for marriage under the accountability of a guardian of some sort. For us older folks that's a little, well, difficult to maneuver. Seems the main thing is agreement. How can two walk together unless they agree? So, if we (the perspective "daters" or "courters" agree on the parameters) then why the concern over Biblical issues as most of it is splitting hairs? Post Reply

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