Q & A

Since last week’s Q&A discussion on the ending of a courtship, I have had a few conversations that were too good not to post.

Both were with moms who had daughters involved in relationships.  The first mom had just walked her daughter through ending her relationship. As I inquired about how they were doing, she expressed gratitude for how the young man responded to her daughter in this decision.  He told her that their courtship had been nothing but a success.  Why?  Because they had both grown in godliness.  This young man had the wisdom and foresight to see that a successful relationship is not one that necessarily ends in marriage, but one where the couple grows in faith and love for the Savior. 

The second mom has a daughter who is two weeks into her courtship.  Everything is new and unknown.  This mom told me that she and her husband were excited about this relationship because of what the Lord is doing in the hearts of their daughter and this young man in the process. 

These moms see something much more significant than a relationship. They observe God at work in the hearts of their daughters. They are grateful that their daughters are growing in godliness. This is an eternal and God-honoring perspective.

So, whether you are presently exploring marriage or have recently ended a courtship, may this biblical view of relationships permeate your thinking and fill your heart with faith.