Is it wrong to have ‘the checklist’ when dating?
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Is it wrong to have ‘the checklist’ when dating?

The all-elusive checklist of the ideal life partner that many of us create, whether it be in our heads, journalled or even printed and stuck on the wall, has been a controversial topic in Christian circles for as long as I can remember. 

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Your Life Doesn’t Need to Look Like the World’s Timeline
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Your Life Doesn’t Need to Look Like the World’s Timeline

The world has a script for life: married by 30, house by 35, 2.5 kids and a dog by 40. 🏡🐶 If your life isn’t following that pattern, it can feel like you’re missing out, falling behind, or even failing. But here’s the truth: God doesn’t measure your life by the milestones on a timeline - He measures it by faithfulness in the season you’re in.

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When Hope Feels Low: Scriptures & Encouragement for Singles
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When Hope Feels Low: Scriptures & Encouragement for Singles

Maybe you’ve been single longer than you imagined, your friends are settling into marriage and parenthood, or dating has been a series of disappointments. In those moments, it’s easy to feel forgotten or overlooked.

But Scripture reminds us that God is never absent, even when our circumstances suggest otherwise.

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10 Benefits & Joys of Singleness: A Faith-Based Perspective
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10 Benefits & Joys of Singleness: A Faith-Based Perspective

Singleness is often talked about as a “waiting room” for marriage, but in reality, it’s a rich and rewarding season full of opportunity, growth, and joy. The Bible even calls it a gift - one that allows hearts to focus fully on God (1 Corinthians 7:32–35). Here’s why being single can be such a blessing and how we can use this time to serve others:

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Online Dating: Stats, Facts, and How Faith Can Help
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Online Dating: Stats, Facts, and How Faith Can Help

Online dating is everywhere. For many of us, it’s just part of modern life - swiping, messaging, hoping for a spark. But while it opens doors, it also comes with some serious challenges, both emotional and spiritual.

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