God is Relational
He created relationships
Genesis 2:18-25
Relationship in The Trinity
John 3:21-22
The Goal: Glorify God
Caveat: This is hard for sinners
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Imaging GOD
IN Roles
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God made Roles
Men: Love your Wife Women: Respect your husband
Get some knowledge: Ephesians 5
Lead. Pursue. Initiate. Support. Help. Submit.
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Pursuing Relationships
In Community
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We are Called
Live in Community Walk in the Light
John 17:20-26 Ephesians 5:1-21
Freedom in the Spirit
Galatians 3:10-14
What does this mean
for you?
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Defining Terms
“Christian Dating” “Courting”
“Pursuing”
Not
“hanging out” “aimless dating” “keeping it caszh(?)…”
“Being Intentional”
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let’s make this easy
“Dating in Community”
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Dating in Community
FEARS
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Dating in Community
BENEFITS
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Discuss
Does your view need to change concerning…
– Relationships?
– Your Role?
– Your Community?