Dating & Relationships

Book Resources

By: Ernie Baker
Does marriage matter any more? If so, is it even possible to have a stable marriage? How do you choose the right one? And, is there anything I should be working on now even before being in a relationship? Marry Wisely Marry Well teaches you how to start building your future marriage house even before being in a relationship. Learn to make a wise choice of a spouse and how to start preparing yourself for a future relationship that is truly built on Christ. 
By: Jenilyn Sweet 
Singleness is not a problem or a waiting period―it’s a place where many of us live, and it offers unique blessings, challenges, and opportunities. Many resources on Christian living focus on the particular situations of married people. Yet many are single longer than they would like, some expect never to marry, and others find themselves single again. Whatever your situation, faithful living is possible, and so are flourishing and growth. Writing as a fellow traveler on this road, Jenilyn Swett turns to Scripture to show how our identity in Christ, paired with a robust theology of singleness, gives us a vision for the single life, no matter how short or long it may be. Daily readings reflect on practical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of faithful living as a single person, and each entry concludes with a point of reflection and a call to action. We are God’s children above all else―we find in him all the riches we need. 
By: Lou Priolo
When a romantic relationship is torn apart, it can wreak havoc in the lives and emotions of everyone involved. The pain is all the worse if you were not the one who wanted the relationship to end.

You may wonder, “Will the ache in my heart ever go away?”
The answer, says Lou Priolo, is yes.

You can find relief even when you feel forsaken, because true healing comes from the One who will never forsake you. If you are hurting after a broken relationship, here is much-needed counsel and biblical guidance to lead you away from heartache and into a healthier, happier, and holier relationship with Christ.
By: Lou Priolo
Here’s an inventory to help you decide if the light on the road before you is green, yellow, or red. It is designed to identify problem areas before you move forward with marriage plans, to serve as a useful tool as you seek godly advice from those who counsel you. If you have any doubts about whether to move forward toward marriage with this person, take the time to read this book. By the time you are finished, your doubts may be relieved. And, even if they aren’t, you should have a much better understanding of the issues that must be addressed to remove doubts and have a marriage that is pleasing to God and deeply rewarding to both of you. 

Online Resources

CCEF Counseling Resources for Dating
https://www.ccef.org/search/?search=dating

IBCD Counseling Resources for Dating
https://ibcd.org/?s=dating

Pursing Purity Before Marriage
By Amber Komatsu
https://biblicalcounseling.com/resource-library/conference-messages/pursuing-purity-before-marriage/

Blame After a Breakup
By Sean Perron
https://biblicalcounseling.com/resource-library/articles/blame-after-a-breakup/

Biblical Guidance on Dating and Engagement
A packet of resources put together by ACBC
https://biblicalcounseling.com/product/crafting-covenant-biblical-guidance-dating-engagement/

How we Should Treat Those Who Reject Us?
By Jim Newhieser
https://ibcd.org/how-should-we-treat-those-who-reject-us/

Audio Resources

The Blessings and Struggles of Singleness
By Greg Gifford
https://biblicalcounseling.com/resource-library/podcast-episodes/til-008-the-blessings-and-struggles-of-singleness-feat-hannah-carter/

Theology of Dating
By Greg Gifford
Pt 1: https://transformed.org/podcast/the-theology-of-dating-part-1/
Pt 2: https://transformed.org/podcast/the-theology-of-dating-part-2/

Boundaries in Relationships
By Greg Gifford
https://transformed.org/podcast/understanding-the-biblical-perspective-on-boundaries/

Is Your Relationship Doomed – Unequally Yoked
By Greg Gifford
Is Your Relationship Doomed? Unequally Yoked Part 1 - Transformed with Dr. Greg Gifford | Podcast on Spotify

10 Dating Red Flags You Can’s Ignore
By Greg Gifford
https://transformed.org/podcast/10-dating-red-flags-you-cant-ignore/

Navigating Red Flags in Dating
By Greg Gifford
https://transformed.org/podcast/navigating-the-red-flags-of-dating/

Physical Boundaries Before Marriage
ACBC Truth in Love Podcast
https://biblicalcounseling.com/resource-library/podcast-episodes/til-088-physical-boundaries-before-marriage-feat-sean-perron/

Talking to Couples Who Are Living Together
ACBC Truth in Love Podcast
https://biblicalcounseling.com/resource-library/podcast-episodes/til-040-talking-to-couples-who-are-living-together-feat-kevin-carson/

Should a Women Date a Man Who is Hooked on Pornography
ACBC Truth in Love Podcast
https://biblicalcounseling.com/resource-library/podcast-episodes/til-004-should-a-woman-date-a-man-who-is-hooked-on-pornography/

Pornography and Dating
ACBC Truth in Love Podcast
https://biblicalcounseling.com/resource-library/podcast-episodes/til-247-pornography-and-dating-feat-sean-perron-and-spencer-harmon/

How to Know Your Marrying the Right Person
ACBC Truth in Love Podcast
https://biblicalcounseling.com/resource-library/conference-messages/how-to-know-you-are-marrying-the-right-person/

When Is it Time to Break up? 
ACBC Truth in Love Podcast
https://biblicalcounseling.com/resource-library/podcast-episodes/til-131-when-is-it-time-to-break-up-feat-sean-perron-and-spencer-harmon/