You can be in a relationship and still be in a relationship with God.

[Kaimana]

You can be in a relationship and still be in a faithful relationship with God : This is my take , what is yours ?
Yes, you can definitely be in a relationship and still stay faithful to God. Being in love or dating someone doesn’t automatically mean you’re sinning. What matters is how you handle that relationship. If you stay disciplined, set boundaries, and follow God’s commandments, you can honor Him even while being with someone you care about.
It’s important to always put your relationship in God’s hands. Let Him guide you in choosing the right person, instead of rushing into something just because it feels good in the moment. God sees the bigger picture—He knows who will grow with you, not just who looks good on the outside.
And please, don’t be the “I can change him” kind of girl. You’re not his savior. If he doesn’t already have the heart to walk with God, that’s not your job to fix. Love him as a person, yes, but don’t take on a mission God never gave you.

Be prayerful. Relationships can get confusing and emotional, but when you talk to God regularly about it, you’ll have peace and direction. Prayer helps you see things clearly and keeps your heart in check.
Also, don’t be desperate. Desperation pushes people to settle for less than they deserve. But real love—the kind that lasts—isn’t rushed or forced. The Bible says love is patient, so take your time. Let it grow the right way.
At the end of the day, being in a relationship shouldn’t pull you away from God—it should pull you closer to Him. If it’s from Him, it won’t cost you your peace, your values, or your purpose.

What is your opinion?

 

[@Akinwumigentle]

You can be in a relationship and still be in a faithful relationship with God : This is my take , what is yours ?
Yes, you can definitely be in a relationship and still stay faithful to God. Being in love or dating someone doesn’t automatically mean you’re sinning. What matters is how you handle that relationship. If you stay disciplined, set boundaries, and follow God’s commandments, you can honor Him even while being with someone you care about.
It’s important to always put your relationship in God’s hands. Let Him guide you in choosing the right person, instead of rushing into something just because it feels good in the moment. God sees the bigger picture—He knows who will grow with you, not just who looks good on the outside.
And please, don’t be the “I can change him” kind of girl. You’re not his savior. If he doesn’t already have the heart to walk with God, that’s not your job to fix. Love him as a person, yes, but don’t take on a mission God never gave you.

Be prayerful. Relationships can get confusing and emotional, but when you talk to God regularly about it, you’ll have peace and direction. Prayer helps you see things clearly and keeps your heart in check.
Also, don’t be desperate. Desperation pushes people to settle for less than they deserve. But real love—the kind that lasts—isn’t rushed or forced. The Bible says love is patient, so take your time. Let it grow the right way.
At the end of the day, being in a relationship shouldn’t pull you away from God—it should pull you closer to Him. If it’s from Him, it won’t cost you your peace, your values, or your purpose.

What is your opinion?

Maybe you can, but there's no Biblical support for any intimate romantic relationship apart from courtship and marriage. It's a western culture. The Bible gives us examples of courtship and marriage when it comes to romantic and intimate relationships.
With respect to courtship, we have the example of Mary the mother of Jesus. So we read:
Matthew 1:18 [AKJV]
[18] Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost.
To be espoused is to be in courtship in simple and modern language. They were going to be married.
Paul said all things are lawful to me but all things are not expedient.
1 Corinthians 6:12
[12]All things are lawful unto me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any.
We are to be the light of the world. If unbelievers see those of us who says we are Christians dating, how do they differentiate it from their sinful relationship?
It's easy to write and speak of boundaries. Romantic relationship is playing with your emotions. Emotions is more powerful than knowledge. My stand is to abstain from all appearances of evil however tough and unpopular.
1 Thessalonians 5:22
[22]Abstain from all appearance of evil.
If you want to marry, pray and let God guide you to your partner. Get into relationships with your would-be partner (courtship) and marry!

 

[Kaimana]

Maybe you can, but there's no Biblical support for any intimate romantic relationship apart from courtship and marriage. It's a western culture. The Bible gives us examples of courtship and marriage when it comes to romantic and intimate relationships.
With respect to courtship, we have the example of Mary the mother of Jesus. So we read:
Matthew 1:18 [AKJV]
[18] Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost.
To be espoused is to be in courtship in simple and modern language. They were going to be married.
Paul said all things are lawful to me but all things are not expedient.
1 Corinthians 6:12
[12]All things are lawful unto me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any.
We are to be the light of the world. If unbelievers see those of us who says we are Christians dating, how do they differentiate it from their sinful relationship?
It's easy to write and speak of boundaries. Romantic relationship is playing with your emotions. Emotions is more powerful than knowledge. My stand is to abstain from all appearances of evil however tough and unpopular.
1 Thessalonians 5:22
[22]Abstain from all appearance of evil.
If you want to marry, pray and let God guide you to your partner. Get into relationships with your would-be partner (courtship) and marry!

Oh, for sure! Intimacy is for marriage please!

 

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