Dating While Single Christian Parenting

Single Christian parenting is filled with questions like…

• Am I doing things right?
• Should I date?
• Am I ready to make good choices for my life and the life of my children?
• How do I conquer this loneliness?
• Shouldn’t my relationship with my kids, with God, with my family, and with my church family be enough?

If you are pondering those questions, I assure you, you are not alone. Making the decision to date or not to date is a heart tugging experience, and only you can make that decision. It can be most difficult decision to make when single Christian parenting.

Before you decide to date, make sure that you are prepared…

My Single Mom Life: Stories & Practical Lessons for Your Journey By Angela Thomas / Thomas Nelson Do you dare to dream of a passionate, amazing life as a single mom but don't think it's possible? Take heart! Through personal illustrations and encouragement, Angela Thomas, herself a single mom of four, shows you that you can be the person God wants you to be and provide the best home possible for you and your kids - even on your own. Foreword by Donald Miller

I went to a Bible study for singles that was based on Stephen Arterbum and Dr. Meg J. Rinck’s book Avoiding Mr. Wrong: An What to Do If you Didn’t. It was great and I was excited to find out that they wrote a follow up book titled Finding Mr. Right, and How to Know When You Have. These are great resources for single Christian parenting moms.

Avoiding Mr. Wrong: And What To Do If You Didn't By Stephen Arterburn / Thomas Nelson Complete with a diagnostic quiz and quick reference lists, Avoiding Mr. Wrong is ideal for women whose hopes have been dashed again and again by a seemingly promising relationship. The book helps them to see more clearly, think more rationally, and act more wisely in the pursuit of Mr. Right. Paperback Edition; ECPA GOLD MEDALLION FINALIST

Finding Mr. Right, and How to Know When You Have By Stephen Arterburn & Dr. Meg J. Rinck / Thomas Nelson

Don’t despair, I have resources for single Christian parenting Dads too...

His Rules: A Practical Road Map for Becoming and Attracting Mr. or Mrs. Right By Christopher Burge / Random House, Inc Using wit, straight talk, and real-life illustrations, His Rules explores relationship guidelines singles can follow as they seek out lifelong love. These no-nonsense relationship rules will equip you to get closer to God, challenge you to clean up your act in preparation for a mate, and give you the savvy you need to distinguish a godly mate from an imposter.

H. Norman Wright also authored a book, Finding the Right One For You: Secrets to Recognizing Your Perfect Mate, which is designed for both women and men.

Finding The Right One For You: Secrets to Recognizing Your Perfect Mate By H. Norman Wright / Harvest House Publishers This book was written to help people make the choices that will lead to the kind of marriage they've always longed for. Filled with guidelines and practical exercises, this book offers straightforward answers to the questions singles ask: How can I know if I'm in love? Are we really compatible? Where do I find a lifelong partner? How do I recover from a broken relationship? Written by H. Norman Wright - marriage enrichment expert and best-selling author of Before You Say "I Do" - this book can help you find Mr. or Mrs. Right. Previously published as Finding Your Perfect Mate.

Of course, after you think you have found your soul mate, you might want to read H. Norman Wright’s book, 101 Questions to Ask Before You Get Engaged.

101 Questions to Ask Before You Get Engaged By H. Norman Wright / Harvest House Publishers Are you ready to walk down the aisle? Deciding who you are going to spend the rest of your life with is a huge decision. Be sure to get to know your partner before you take the big plunge. In 101 Questions to Ask Before You Get Engaged, couples counselor Norm Wright steers you through a series of questions concerning spirituality, finances, family of origin, past relationships, and annoying habits. A dynamic book for anyone seeking God's guidance in finding a lifetime companion that will last a lifetime.

My story…

We reconciled and I was committed to making the marriage work. Evidently, he wasn’t. He just came back for the benefit of the kids. After we lived together for about seven months, he left again and voiced his intention of divorce. When that was all over, I was definitely ready to start dating, but I assure you, I wasn’t ready to make good decisions.

After a bad relationship, I took a break from dating and prioritized my objectives. I was parenting two kids, homeschooling them and supporting them with a home-based business. If there was going to be a man in my life, he had to be a Christian that shared my values. Having a Christian marriage was extremely important to me. Single Christian parenting is hard enough, you don't want to marry someone who doesn't share your values.

Internet Dating...

If you are a single Christian parent interested in meeting Christian singles online, you might check out Christian Café, eHarmony or Christian Mingle. I met my husband on Yahoo! Personals, but I also met a lot of men that just didn’t fit the bill; however, there are some Christians there and it is very popular site among singles.

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