Romance

"I charge you, O daughters of Jerusalem, do not stir up nor awaken love until it pleases" (Song of Solomon 8:4).

The romance and deep companionship God designed to be shared between a man and a woman are so important to Him that He uses the analogy of an engaged couple to explain Christ's love for the Church. But He also makes it clear that romance has a time and place. Learn more about what it is and when it should happen below.

Featured Content in Romance

The Difference Between Infatuation and Love
The Difference Between Infatuation and Love
by Jeremy Lallier

In the heady world of male-female relationships, how can one know the difference between love and infatuation?

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Marriage: Soon Obsolete?
Gary Petty

Is marriage outdated and antiquated? Some people think so. But what does your Creator say? Discover the vital truth.

Posted May 18, 2012 | 1 comments
Learning to be a Godly Wife - The Blessings of Prayer
A blog post by Sabrina Peabody
Learning to be a Godly Wife—The Blessings of Prayer

I am new to this institution called marriage and a novice when it comes to saying and doing all the “right” things in this covenant relationship.
Posted May 10, 2012 | 4 comments
Sexual Immorality: Prophesied, Proliferating and Pernicious
Don Hooser
Sexual Immorality: Prophesied, Proliferating and Pernicious

"For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money... without self-control... lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God" (2 Timothy 3:2-4).

Posted April 18, 2012 | 0 comments
Marriage: The Key to A Fulfilling Life
John Elliott

As Christians, we need to deepen our intimacy and our longterm relationship with the family of God. By studying the example of marriage given to us by God, let's discover how we can learn more about our personal relationship with God and Jesus Christ.

Posted January 30, 2012 | 1 comments
"Friends With Benefits" What's the Problem?
Amanda Stiver
Friends With Benefits What's the Problem?

The expression "friends with benefits" refers to the relationship where a guy and girl who are friends socialize, share companionship at times and have regular sex with "no strings attached".

Posted November 4, 2011 | 0 comments
What's Right With Marriage
Scott Hoefker
What's Right With Marriage

More and more voices in society attempt to run down marriage, claiming it's out of date and seeking to change its definition. But there's still much to be said for this relationship God instituted when He first made man and woman.

Posted November 4, 2011 | 4 comments
Dating

In this Teen Bible Study Guide, we will learn ways God wants us to develop Christian relationships through dating.

Posted March 18, 2011 | 0 comments
The Mercy Effect
Darris McNeely
Steve Myers
Gary Petty

Are feelings of anger and resentment keeping you in an emotional and spiritual prison? Learn how to find the healing you need.

Posted February 6, 2011 | 4 comments
Was Sex Intended Solely for Procreation?

Does the Bible prohibit sexual relations within marriage purely for pleasure?

Posted December 8, 2010 | 0 comments
The Different Kinds of Love Mentioned in the Bible

The Greek language in which the New Testament was written uses several words translated "love." The first two listed below are found in the New Testament. Understanding their meanings helps us better comprehend God's expectations of us.

Posted December 8, 2010 | 0 comments

Videos in Romance

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The Mercy Effect

Are feelings of anger and resentment keeping you in an emotional and spiritual prison? Learn how to find the healing you need.

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Do You Still Love Me?

The need for a loved one to feel loved is crucial for a relationship to be truly satisfying.

Romance Sermons

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Seals, Sex, and Alarm Clocks
Presented by United Church of God

Song of Solomon gives us useful instruction about the proper way and time to love someone. It is not the broad way that most people follow, but, rather, it is the narrow way that leads to great blessings. What are the keys that make love the blessing God intended?
Posted December 23, 2006 | 2 comments |
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A Lesson of Jacob: Put God First
Presented by United Church of God

Jacob had to learn some difficult and bitter lessons before finally learning the lesson of where his heart should be. Have you learned to put God first?
Posted December 22, 2006 | 0 comments |
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Related Booklet

Marriage and Family: The Missing Dimension

Marriage and Family: The Missing Dimension

The joy of a happy marriage blessed with loving, respectful children is a dream of most men and women. Traditionally, marriage has been an exclusive bond between a man and a woman. Yet in recent years this pattern has been changing...

Guys, Girls, and God - Dating and Relationships That Work

Guys, Girls, and God - Dating and Relationships That Work

Build wonderful relationships with the opposite sex while you keep God in mind! This ebooklet is a re-print compilation of a series of articles written for Vertical Thought magazine.

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