Sermons on Living Single:

The Dating Game

Contributed by Joshua Bowers on Jul 9, 2001

Just what is this thing called dating and what is expected of you.

What does it mean to be dating? -Webster simply says "to have social engagements with persons of the opposite sex" -Period of time a couple takes to get to know each other. Matthew 19:4-5 "And He answered and said, "Have you not read that He who created them from the beginning made them ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:4-5, 2 Corinthians 6:14

Denomination: Church Of God

Passionate Love Awaken Series

Contributed by Bumble Ho on Apr 24, 2006

This is a verse-by-verse exposition (1 of 4). Big idea: Of many practical guidelines in Dating and Courtship, the most important is this: Passionate Love is meant to lead to Permanent Love.

Sacred Romance 1: Passionate Love Awaken {Intro: World’s Song and God’s Song} My favorite old movie is Casablanca. A classic film with Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman, where Bogie owns Rick’s Café American bar in Casablanca, Morroco. It takes place during World War 2 in Casablanca, which was ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Home Alone Series

Contributed by Michael Hensley on May 19, 2003

A message to Singles about being a Single Christian. Also speaks to the rest of the church about respecting these vital members.

May 18, 2003 The teaching ministry of Rev. Mike Hensley, First Baptist Church, Raton, NM Ben Young, whose various singles ministries at Second Baptist of Houston typically draw 7,000 people, says that the greatest challenge he faces as a singles pastor is twofold: Helping prepare people who will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:7-35

Denomination: Baptist

Undignified

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Jan 24, 2008

A study from Nehemiah to help people get in the right relationships, especially dating and marriage.

“Undignified” 012307 Summary: People often get into relationships that bring pain and suffering and they lose their dignity. But David chose to be undignified for God. I. Introduction: Hooked: Fish have a 6 second memory, so they keep getting hooked! Why is it we continually get ourselves ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 10:30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Reminders For The Youth

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 28, 2004

Paul gave as some reminders as the guiding principles of the Christian youth.

Paul gave as some reminders as the guiding principles of the Christian youth. Who is Timothy: -A youth -A believer -A youth leader -A young minister I. DON’ts For the Christian youth A. Don’t live the way of unbelievers - v.7 B. Don’t let anyone look down on you - v.12 II. DO’s For the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:6-16, 1 Timothy 2:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Satisfied Series

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Jan 30, 2008

This message is part of a series on relationships and dating emphasizing the need to marry a committed believer (based on Neh. 10:30). Power Point with pictures for message available. Email cgwallis@sbcglobal.net

“Satisfied” Theme: We can be fully satisfied in God. John 4:27-42 Intro: Have you ever been full? So full you felt sick? We fill our lives up with so many things, but on the inside we are empty and lonely. The Samaritan woman had six men, but was still not satisfied. Review: Nehemiah ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-42

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Second Home

Contributed by Doug Lyon on Sep 15, 2004

Celebacy is an acceptable lifestyle in God’s eyes

1 Corinthians 7:6-9 A Second Home Introduction A first grade teacher gave each child in her class the first half of a proverb. She then asked them to come up with the remainder of the proverb. Now, keep in mind that these are 6 year-olds who responded. [Power Point:] · Better to be safe ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:6-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Perils Of Petting

Contributed by James Groce on Jun 15, 2002

Petting breaks down the will and destroys self-control. It stirs a desire that petting itself cannot satisfy. Petting is not an end in itself but is preparatory.

There is no such thing as love at first sight. Real love is not built upon mere sight. We may see one’s talents and appearance, and these we may admire, but true love is a tender and strong attachment to the inward person. We love personality and personality must be learned, admired and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Engagement Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 18, 2003

This is the 3rd study in the study "Intimacy". This study looks at being engaged and the pressures and stresses that go with engagement.

ENGAGEMENT Song of Solomon 2:8-3:5 As we continue in our study we will watch the courtship process taking place. Realizing that courtship and dating differ in some ways, we will see this couple enter into what our culture would consider engagement. The Proposal Song of Solomon ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

No One Loses

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 15, 2018

A study in the book of Numbers 27: 1 – 23

Numbers 27: 1 – 23 No one loses 27 Then came the daughters of Zelophehad the son of Hepher, the son of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh, from the families of Manasseh the son of Joseph; and these were the names of his daughters: Mahlah, Noah, Hoglah, Milcah, and Tirzah. 2 And they ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

So You Wanna Go Out Series

Contributed by Randy Harp on Feb 5, 2002

Part one of Dating 101 (Guidelines for Dating)

Dating 101 So You Wanna Go Out Where does the term “dating” come from? 1. The Bible NEVER mentions the word dating · Couples got together from their parents arranging them to be together (forever) · Couples got together from a dad trading his daughter for money, property or goats 2. Dating ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Baptist

So What Do You Wanna Do Series

Contributed by Randy Harp on Feb 6, 2002

Part three of Dating 101 (Guidelines for Dating)

Dating 101 So What Do You Wanna Do Three Lies About Temptation Lie # 1 No one else GOES THROUGH what I’m going through But remember that the temptations that come into your life are not different from what others experience … I Corinthians 10:13 Lie # 2 The temptation is too STRONG for me to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Baptist

So You Wanna Do "It" Series

Contributed by Randy Harp on Feb 6, 2002

Part four of Dating 101 (Guidelines for Dating)

Dating 101 So You Wanna Do “IT” Five Sexual Lies From the World Lie # 1 Sex is no BIG DEAL Lie # 2 Sex is purely PHYSICAL Lie # 3 God is DOWN on sex Lie # 4 Everyone is DOING IT Lie # 5 It’s impossible to be PURE Three Truths About the Creator of Sex Truth # 1 God isn’t into RULES, He’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Baptist

Needle In A Haystack

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Feb 25, 2003

Learn about how to find the right mate without compromise.

Needle in a Haystack The Search for True Love I. Introduction Since I was a little shy when I was in high school, I didn’t ask many girls out on dates. So my friend came up to me one day and said, “Hey, I’ve lined you up with a great date for Saturday night. It’s all set.” “Who is it?” I asked. It ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18, Psalm 37:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Chameleons

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Jan 11, 2003

A message on relationships and dating that I taught at least once a year during ten years of singles ministry. How to identify the true colors of "Spiritual Chameleons."

Chameleons II Cor. 5:17-19 Introduction Here in South Carolina we have a small lizard that is a chameleon. It can change its appearance to blend in with the environment. If it in the grass, it turns green. If it is climbing up the side of your brick home, it turns reddish brown. It uses this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17-19

Denomination: Baptist