The ‘D’ Word - Dating with Purpose & Discernment

Send us Fan MailAre you curious about getting to know someone God’s way, or what it means to “study” your spouse? Join the conversation as we discuss, “D”— Dating with Purpose & Discernment!This episode is chock-full of creative content, based on our 31 years of marriage and 6 years of dating/courting, curated to help you WIN when it comes to dating, courting, and taking that next big step in getting to know someone beyond the initial physical attraction!Chapters:0:00     Welcome to Love Letters with Jason & Ros1:37     Our Story: “6 Years of Dating— How We Got It All WRONG!”9:20     What’s the Difference Between DATING & COURTING? 11:36   Know and Understand Your “INTENT”13:22   The “A.C.T.s” of Dating and Courting17:20   Facing the Challenges of Dating w/Discernment27:12   Be Sober: Recognize “RED FLAGS!”30:43   Overcoming & Winning The Dating Game32:26   Biblical Truth: Philippians 2: 3-535:11   Dating Power Takeaways & Love Letter Challenge43:52   Closing PrayerAdditional Content & Notes:ACT of Dating— Getting to know someone initially to see if they’re worth pursuing more.AlignmentConnectivityTogethernessACT of Courting— For the purpose of exclusivity, engagement, and eventual marriage.AmiabilityCharacter CompatibilityTransparencyTop 7 “Red Flags” of Dating Every Adult, Teen, and Parent Should Know!Only Seeks Personal Gain: Sex, Money, Affiliation/Association, IntellectDisplays Abusive Behaviors- Starts verbally, moves to rough physical handlingManipulative, Possessive, Highly CriticalExtremely Self-centered and Inconsiderate of OthersLacks Integrity, Reliability, and StabilityExhibits Irresponsible and Reckless Behaviors— Use of illicit drugs, etc.Their Personal Values Greatly DifferIf you ever feel unsafe or are experiencing any type of unwanted behavior, please contact one of the following resources.National Sexual Assault Hotline:  https://rainn.org/ National Domestic Violence Hotline:  https://www.thehotline.org/Biblical Truth:Philippians 2: 3-5 - “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus:”Live Out Your Love Letter Challenge:Establish your CORE VALUES when it comes to dating and entering into a love relationship God’s way. Know your intent, set internal boundaries, and be sober-minded about your decisions.Everything in one place: https://linktr.ee/loveletterswithjasonandrosLive out your Love Letter. 💌Everything in one place: JasonAndRos.comLive out your Love Letter. 💌