And the failure of her marriage loomed over the entire enterprise. So she gave up on dating. Many single parents know how Price feels. Peggy Sue Got Married. Still, in our culture, dating represents the most common path to remarriage, an arrangement many single parents desire.
Modern marriage can be a risky business.
First, dating helps you learn to relate to others. Since dating should ultimately lead to a permanent and satisfying marriage, use the opportunity to see how well you relate to each other. Sexual temptation makes the need for mature relationships even more important. In fact, some Christians question why they should date, since the process will create yearnings that can't be satisfied outside of marriage. They require a great deal of sexual self-control namely, avoiding adultery and pursuing the best interests of the other person.