Blog #4 of the Relationship Goals series based on the book written by Michael Todd
Is the person I am dating bringing glory to God?
First of all, if both parties are not following God, then the relationship is not going to bring glory to God. Regardless of what the person is saying about their faith and relationship with God, you must watch their behavior. How do they carry themselves? How do they handle tough situations? In a nutshell, how do they live their life? The answer to those questions should tell you whether they are really following God or not. Now, being realistic, no one is perfect. I am not saying they should be. However, the person should be showing progression. They should always be working towards the next person God has called them to be.
Is how we are dating bringing glory to God?
Are the two of you “equally yoked”? Yoke was another word used for oxen. Equally yoked originated from farmers who wanted oxen who were equal. A farmers goal was to have the oxen walk in a straight line to plow the field. However, if one oxen was stronger than the other, then that was impossible. Same thing applies to relationships. Being equally yoked is for the greater good because it is about the peace, productivity, and well being of the relationship. The two of you should be headed in the same direction. Have the same goal you are trying to accomplish as ONE!
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