Godtimes – The New Rules of Love, Sex, and Dating Part 4
Day 1 – Proverbs 14:8
It is wise to give thought to your own life. Consider the patterns and actions of your life. Are you living today to prepare for tomorrow? Take a moment and write down three “ways” that would be descriptive of your relationships. Ask yourself what direction your “ways” take you. Is it where you want your life and relationships to go?
Day 2 – Proverbs 14:15
Andy said that commitment is overrated. Promises take preparation. We cannot just say we will run a marathon; we have to train. The same is true in relationships. We have to practice. What steps do you need to take to be prepared for the future? Do you need to get out of a relationship? Do you need to set some firm boundaries? How do you need to change to be a great spouse who can fulfill their promises?
Day 3 – Proverbs 14:18
Promises are no substitute for preparation. If we want to be simple and not consider our ways then we will inherit folly or foolishness. If we give thought to our ways then we can gain knowledge. Andy Stanley encouraged us to consider our emotional health. If you have unresolved issues from your childhood or with your parents, what steps can you take to get help? Begin today by being honest with yourself.
Day 4 – Proverbs 22:3
There are many unhealthy relationship behaviors. We were given several pieces of advice about being in healthy relationships. 1. If you are a woman, Andy encouraged you to bait men with your love for God and who you are as a person, not your body. 2. Get out of debt! 3. When you are dating, postpone the physical as long as possible. 4. Don’t live together before marriage. 5. Don’t date a non-Christian because when you get married you will want that person to be a Christian. 6. Be involved in your local church. You are more likely to find someone whose life is moving in the same direction as yours. Which of these six items do you need to work on?
Day 5 – 1 Corinthians 13
You can make decisions now that will enable you to mean it when you say, “I do.” After reading 1 Corinthians, what aspect of love do you need to focus on? What about all the advice in Days 3 and 4 of the Godtimes? Is there an area you need to focus on to be the person you are looking for is looking for? Write down today what you need to work on and pray about it for the next week.