Matthew 23:25-28 Colossians 2:21-23 - Apologized for legalism - Purity outside does not mean inside - Stopped from people making mistakes - Controlled and not trusting singles Reasons - Came from caring - singles were the victims of the love - Sin in the singles - must stop but way was reactionary Someone Dating --- Fear of rejection Had to be venerable Broke up after 9 months Dating relationship without advice will fail There are some absolutes: Purity Ephesians 5:1-7 Treat women as sisters 1 Timothy 5:1-2 - Strong attraction is not always lust No stumbling blocks 1 Corinthians 8:9-13 - Consider those who have a weak conscience in your actions - Actions may not be sin but it may cause someone to stumble - Different backgrounds - purity, family, in different situations - Some do not see how they are affecting others sometimes - People are around us and are watching Checking your conscience James 4:17 Romans 14:22-23 - Movies, concerts, lateness, speed of the relationships? - What does your and their conscience allow? - How do you know about the other - Ask! Marry only Christians 1 Corinthians 7:39 - Unspiritual person usually affects the spiritual Non-absolutes Double dating - Helpful - Hopeful - Holy - Purity as an issue - should do double dates Advice - Growth comes faster with advice - Be real - listen to what you do not want to hear Openness - Do not be afraid - Can outcome Communication - Consider: time, how often - Clear and honest Physical affection - Watch your conscience and the others as well - Kissing God will deal with your sin Do not judge - will have different ideas (communicate and find a common ground) Confess sins; if you fall and we will help you up Have fun!