But this continual pushing forward of single people into premature or unblessed relationships is very harmful. For this puts a rush on all aspects of a young relationship - a relationship which they should be entering into slowly, with their eyes open, and with much prayer . Our attitude toward marriage today seems to be much too casual. And I can tell you from my experience as a counselor that many people have had to learn this the hard way . What To Do Love is a commitment, and no one can make a faithful and unwavering commitment to someone they don't know.
Many attractions are completely foolish.
Often people find themselves day-dreaming about someone they've seen once or twice at school or work. The day-dreamer begins carrying on an imaginary relationship in his head with this person. But other times attractions can be more serious. Occasionally these desires toward the opposite sex can seem overpowering, but the only way to control these feelings is by making the right choices and drawing closer to God. Though it is not a sin to be attracted to someone, what you decide to do with that attraction can be.