6. Beware of Becoming This Type of Man by Dr. John Barnett

Abstract: God's Word goes so far as to even identify what type of person we should avoid, stay away from, never consider as a viable marriage partner, and certainly not become.

Key Quote: “Beware of becoming an Ungodly Person. Proverbs 16:27: An ungodly man digs up evil, And it is on his lips like a burning fire. This fellow rarely show hunger for God's Word, or concern for the Spirit of God, or passion for fellowship or worship of God. They have no song from the Lord on their heart, anger and self-centeredness are their habits.”

Reader Comment: “*Gulp* I found these warnings to be equally applicable to women/wives. Thank you for putting it on the line succinctly and boldly for ALL of us who desire to walk in a godly manner, pleasing to the Lord.” ~ Heartie


7. The Warning Signs of Infidelity by Nancy C. Anderson

Abstract: How do you know if your marriage is in danger of falling victim to infidelity? Author Nancy C. Anderson gives some often missed warning signs that may help protect your marriage.

Key Quote: “When you're guarding your marriage, you're not guarding just your spouse, but guarding yourself too. I rationalized my way into a boatload of trouble because I thought, The rules don't apply to me. I've been to Bible College, I'm smart, I have self-control, and I can stop before it gets too far. All lies!”


8. Is there More to Sex than Pleasure? by Mindy Meier

Abstract: Do you need to rethink your view of sex? My hope is that you’ll catch a glimpse of God’s wonderful view of sex and that it will capture your heart and transform the way you live.

Key Quote: “Sex pulls us out of our self-absorption to unite us with another human being. Jesus gives an indication of this unity when he says, ‘The two will become one flesh’ (Mark 10:8). Marriage is a laboratory to learn how to love.”

Reader Comment: “This is such a refreshing article. Thank you for communicating that sex for the Christian couple is more than pleasure. In our society, we have become such ‘lovers of pleasure’ that we forget to honor God in everything. This article teaches us to honor God with our sexuality. I pray we all change our hearts back to what God intended.” ~ odieham


9. Marrying Your ‘Soul Mate’: Does Such a Person Exist? By Edward M. Tauber & Jim Smoke

Abstract: Never fully defined in any literature, the term “soul mate” is used by people as if we all clearly understood what is meant...

Key Quote: “If you think there is only one person out there who is the right one for you, you are vulnerable to marry when you think you have found that person. There is much evidence that there are likely many people in the world who would make an acceptable mate for you. The risk of thinking otherwise is that when you believe you have found ‘the one,’ you abandon all sensibility and are driven to marry that person…”

Reader Comment:  “... I believe God gave me the one for me! I think the danger isn't in believ[ing] that only one exists for you, but in how we go about that, what we sacrifice to find that, and if we let it jeopardize our relationship with Christ in order to fulfill that desire.” ~ cinderella092003


10. The Lost Girls by A.J. Kiesling

Abstract: At the singles functions I’ve attended, I can’t help but notice how many attractive women mill around, trying to be sociable, likable, and noticed.  So with so many single men out there, why are so many Christian women growing old alone?

Key Quote: “[Jillian] Straus concludes that it isn’t anyone’s imagination; it is harder to find lasting love in today’s culture, and she identifies seven ‘evil influences’ that have changed us from the inside out: 1) a self-serving ‘what’s-in-it-for-me?’ culture, 2) a multiple choice culture, 3) the effect of divorce, 4) the feminism fallout, 5) a ‘why suffer?’ mentality, 6) the celebrity standard, and 7) delayed marriage.”

Reader Comment: “In response to the Lost Girls article I would first like to say thank you for bringing this sensitive subject to the forefront. Unfortunately I cannot agree with your opinion regarding on-line dating. It is unfortunate that we as Christian women have been programmed to look for Prince Charming to ride up on a white stallion, sweep us off our feet and ride off into the sunset. The reality is people meet each other in various avenues of life. I used to think online dating was ‘unromantic’ and unsafe, but, after being single for most of my adult life I realized that I was limiting myself by a fantasy that is not biblical. Once I became open and receptive to meet ‘the one’ through any avenue that God chooses, I met and married my husband...” ~ adivarev