Monday, 2 July 2007

Not Just for Couples

There's a new book on the horizon (actually there are loads, but I'm gonna mention just this one)

It's called: 'When Sinners Say "I Do": Discovering the Power of the Gospel for Marriage'
[HT: Justin Taylor)

The preface is really good!

Now, I'm not married. I'm not dating anyone. I'm single.
But I want to read this book.

Here's why: I don't want to 'work out' God's view on dating and marriage while I'm dating or are married.
The time to read, think, pray, decide is actually NOW so that when, maybe, I do date/marry my convictions are already in place.

In previous dating relationships I've not had a clue what was going on (!) so I tended to waft around with no courage, certainty or clear aims/boundaries. And that's not good.

What does a godly relationship look like? Who should I look for? What would be good to study together? How should we resolve problems?
WHAT DIFFERENCE DOES THE GOSPEL MAKE?

"Hit the ground running." That's what I always say.

[Great quote - Martin: "How should a minister keep his heart, mind, and will from theological error?" Mark Dever: "I would encourage a man to marry a woman who loves the Lord as much or more than he does, and to stay in the Word."]

[If you want to start thinking about godly relationships head to BOUNDLESS. I've found it a brilliant resource of articles and proper advice.]

2 comments:

étrangère said...

And this follows your Spice Girl kisses post. Oh dear. Yes Mike, read the book!

Mike Chalmers said...

LOL!!
:-)