Christian Dating Guide

How far is "too far" in a biblical, christian, dating relationship?

Where should the line be drawn when both have made the committment to save themselves til marriage? Is it a personal conviction? Is kissing too far? Please share your views.

Public Comments

1. I'd say if it feels dirty than it's probably not an okay thing to be doing. although, maybe you should completely restrict yourself. what do i know? I'm an athiest whore. please give me crack for answering your question.
2. i think very very far than u think
3. I commend your moral feelings. Yes according to the bible you should wait until marriage until you have sexual realtions. I know many people who have done that and everything worked out well. BUT, in the other hand i know some who needed to live together first before they got married. So i think if you really love theis person and they love you everything should work out for the best. As for the Kissing question, I think you must kiss someone to have that physical interaction. thanks
4. You have both set yourself up with a difficult task your natural urges are to give in to your baser instincts. You need to discuss with each other on where the line is for you. Understand that there are different passion levels to a kiss, and different locations of a caress (a shoulder is not the same as a knee and each person is different). I would suggest that you pray for guidence and look into meeting with your spiritual leader for couciling. The big tell is if you feel like your going too far stop, take a break, and discuss how you feel with your partner.
5. In my humble opinion, Kissing is not taking it too far, after all, you kiss your parent (hopefully not in the same maner as your significant other). Though some would argue that "2nd" base is not too far, but I see it as a gateway to other "experiences." As far as the christian belief goes, some religions would find it offensive to hold hands. So it's really up to you and what you can handle. To be perfectly safe though, i'd go with the "everyone gets tossed out at 1st" method. Thats strictly my opinion. The bible doesn't go into intricate detail on that issue other than flowered words.
6. My current boyfriend and I have chosen to practice celibacy. I have a cousin who did the same, even though she and her (now husband) lived together for about 5 years before marriage. My boyfriend stays over a lot, but we keep it pure. Yes we kiss, but if you and your partner have decided to go that route, you have to discover for yourself what is too far. You will know that you can handle a peck but not an intimate kiss, because that might lead to . . . . and so on (for example). I commend you. It does get easier, trust me. Praying together helps to strengthen your relationship as a couple. Good luck to you both!