Youth Pastor's Dating Advice to Christian Teenagers

In this episode, I’m going to share the dating advice I give to teenagers as a youth pastor. We’ll be covering what I believe are the two most dangerous myths about relationships. And we’ll see some biblical principles that will help Christians in dating and relationships. Hey! I’m David Cipriano, and my goal is to teach the Bible and to help you follow Jesus. Connect with me on Instagram and TikTok! @itsdavidcipriano 0:00 The mistakes churches make in giving dating advice 3:25 Should teenagers date? 9:33 Dating Myth #1 - “I have to be in a relationship.” 10:18 Don’t rely on a relationship to be happy or fulfilled. 11:50 It’s better to be in no relationship than a bad relationship. 17:52 Don’t think that you can’t live without them. 21:10 A relationship doesn’t determine your worth. 24:57 Dating Myth #2 - “I can fix them.” 27:58 Wait for somebody that you don’t have to change. 32:25 If they only change for you, then they haven’t truly changed. Bible verses explained in the video: Proverbs 18:22, Proverbs 14:12, Proverbs 21:19, Genesis 1:26, Genesis 1:27, John 3:16, 2 Corinthians 6:14, 2 Corinthians 6:15 All Bible verses are in the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible. I’m a brand ambassador for Elevated Faith! Buy clothing that helps you share the gospel, and save 15% with my ambassador link! https://elevatedfaith.com/discount/DCipriano1555