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How Godly Contentment Makes Us Better Daters

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Before I begin this post, I would like to include a few disclaimers: 1.) When I use the term “dating” or “date” I am actually referring to courtship. Courtship is how believers “date” essentially. So as I say date or court, I am using the terms interchangeably. I choose not to get hung up on terminology in this regard simply because after reading so much Christian literature on courtship and dating from sound and good Christian authorities, I have decided that it is a battle that none of us can win. Depending on who you talk to, the term “dating” can mean anything. In this regard, just trust that I mean courtship and I will define it in this post. 2.) This post is for all those who are both currently pursuing courtship and especially those who are not currently pursuing courtship but would like some pointers once God opens doors in that area. If God has specifically deemed it not the time for you to pursue courtship, please still feel free to use this material among oth

Gold Nugget #8

Contentment in Christ says, "I am not concerned with comparing where I am in my life right now to where others are. I am going to be thankful to the Lord for what I do have and where I currently am. And I am going to trust the Lord for what I do not have and not worry about it, knowing that He has it all under control. I will keep moving forward in His strength without feeling pitiful for myself!"

Just Real Quick: "Bring On The Tests!!"

-The Gifts Are Great, But I Want the Growth! Just Real Quick!! Man, it has been a beautiful and wonderful season of learning in my life so far this year. I look back and realize how grateful I should be when I see how far I have come. One of the most important things I have learned is how important it is to find my contentment in Christ, especially through tests and trials.

Gold Nugget #7

Contentment in Christ does not mean giving up your desire to be married. It is simply the desire to put all of our desires second or last compared to what we know God desires for us in any particular season of our lives.  Only HE can give you this desire.