Dating is not just about taking cute pictures together or having someone to text every night. It’s about partnership, and partnership thrives on consideration. If you’re not considerate of someone’s feelings, their pain, fears, or even the things that frustrate them, you’re not ready for a healthy relationship. Why? Because love is not self-centered. Galatians 5:13 says, “Serve one another humbly in love.” Relationships break down when one person only thinks about themselves. Selfishness is dangerous because it hides behind excuses like “that’s just who I am” or “they’ll understand.” But the truth is, love does not seek its own way. 1 Corinthians 13:5 reminds us, “Love… is not self-seeking.” If your first reaction in a disagreement is always about how you feel, what you want, or what you deserve, then you’re not loving the way God intended. A healthy relationship means sometimes putting their needs above your convenience. Being considerate doesn’t mean you will always agree. It means y...

Love isn’t just about words or feelings—it’s about what you do. In dating, serving your partner and others through small, intentional acts of kindness shows Christ’s love and builds relationships that are strong, healthy, and meaningful. For young people, learning to serve thoughtfully is a way to show care, maturity, and character while respecting boundaries and God’s timing. Here’s how you can practice love in action in your relationship. Thoughtful Communication Even a simple message of encouragement can make a huge difference. Sending a kind word, a prayer, or a note of affirmation before an important exam or challenging day shows that you’re paying attention and care about your partner’s life. These small gestures demonstrate love and respect without pressuring intimacy, helping your relationship grow emotionally and spiritually. Active Listening Truly listening when your partner speaks is a powerful act of love. Put away distractions and focus on understanding them, repeating bac...

Courtship is not a casual stage you enter into simply because you feel a strong attraction to someone. Attraction can be powerful, but it is not enough to sustain a relationship that is leading toward marriage. Courtship is a private and intentional phase where two people seriously consider if they are truly compatible for a lifelong union. It goes beyond feelings; it demands clarity of purpose, mutual values, and the maturity to see beyond the excitement of new love. Rushing into courtship because of feelings alone is like building a house on sand—it may look fine at first, but it won’t withstand the test of time. Before stepping into courtship, it is vital to know and understand the person you are dating. Dating is the phase for observation, conversation, and learning about each other’s priorities, vision, and character. It’s where you ask questions and pay attention to how they treat others, how they handle challenges, and what they truly believe in. It is unwise to enter courtship ...