In this episode of Beyond Just Christian Podcast, Brenna is joined by her two friends Jadah Lubin and Maya Rucker. In
this episode, the trio covers the topic of dating, relationships, and singleness. They answer the question of, “What is godly dating and what does it look like?” By sharing their personal experiences and lessons learned, they hope to help women and men alike know how to approach relationships and date in a God-honoring and self-respecting way.
In this episode, they cover categories such as:
Boundaries in dating
Temptations, weaknesses, and mistakes in dating
Idolatry of dating/relationships
How to be content and joyful in singleness
Letting the man pursue
How to interact with men & guy friends
Viewing God as your first love
Waiting on God’s timing
Where to find Maya & Jadah:
Jadah’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jadah.lubin?igsh=MTRldXR4MTA0NWhlbA==
Maya’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melachrome_?igsh=cWlpNG9taTRiMGsx
Self-Reflection Questions:
What temptations, weaknesses, and mistakes have I made in dating in the past?
What boundaries do I need to set up for myself while both single and in a relationship? What are the differences between healthy boundaries from unhealthy boundaries?
How have I idolized having a relationship and dating? How have I accidentally taken on the identity of my relationship status?
How can I learn to be content and joyful in my singleness here and now?
Do I tend to take control with forcing certain relationships into my life that are outside of God’s timing/will? How can I let the man lead and pursue me rather than me coercing him to do so?
Do I present myself in an honorable way to the opposite sex? Is my reputation admirable and recognizable?
How is my relationship with God currently? Am I putting Him first before others? Why or why not?
How can I learn to trust God’s timing and remember that He knows my wants from my needs?
How can I be respectful to myself and honor God in my relationships, singleness, and while dating?
Scriptures Mentioned:
Jeremiah 29:11
Romans 12:1-2
1 Thessalonians 5:19
Proverbs 20:21
Matthew 7:7-8
Genesis 29:20
Matthew 6:33
Psalms 139:23-24
Songs of Solomon 8:4
Podcasts I suggest that cover singleness:
Heart of Dating: https://open.spotify.com/show/1cWpMpHL2dceXR4ti5tV9K?si=72fde48cc9094d94
Dear Future Husband: https://open.spotify.com/show/4BiLXjBUk4n4B2q7rebTM6?si=3cb66ff2ea4c493b
Call Her Holy: https://open.spotify.com/show/6rgQVMOTIbGoL5llQWkQ6W?si=8094d0af84bf4246
Untoxicify Your Relationship: https://open.spotify.com/show/5I6H1tZYaQUyPllRa1Zz5w?si=909e7e64ae8e4dad
Books I’d recommend:
Boundaries in Dating: How Healthy Choices Grow Healthy Relationships by Henry Cloud, John Townsend, John Townsend
Godly Dating 101: Discover the Truth about Relationships in a World That Constantly Lies by Safa Grey and Tovares Grey
Dating with Discernment: 12 Questions to Make a Lasting Marriage by Sam Andreades and Sam A. Andreade
Christ-Centered Dating: Pursuing a Relationship That Glorifies God by Mark Ballenger
Single, Dating, Engaged, Married: Navigating Life and Love in the Modern Age by Ben Stuart
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