March 2, 2023
Dating as a Christian can be tricky, especially when you want to honor God with your relationship. But don’t worry — there are plenty of creative and meaningful first date ideas that are perfect for Christian singles who want to share their values.
Following the Christian Intentional Dating guidelines, you want to find a girl or boy who shares your religious views. That can be a little challenging, since people often don’t always believe the same things about God. However, praying about it can help you find someone who shares your beliefs.
Ask God to lead you to someone who has the same faith as you do. Then, you should try to meet him or her. A good way to test the relationship initially is to take your date out to an event to determine if you appear compatible. Over time, once you find out that he or she shares your religious views, you can feel good knowing that you have chosen the right person.
Regarding events, there are several fun things you can do together as a couple. Just try to make the date as much about learning each other as about having fun. For example, if you two want to go on a hike, you can bring up the beauty of God’s creation while on the trail. It’s nice to share common interests as well as common beliefs.
If you want to get to know each other and learn something new at the same time, take a class or workshop together. You could both take a pottery-making class, try a painting session, or sign up for cooking classes. It’s an excellent way to connect with your date while also having fun and being creative. Plus, you’ll have something tangible at the end of it all.
Also, you may find that the two of you have now created a new interest that you both enjoy. When you are dating someone, you want to be sure that you both have some common interests.
Joining classes or workshops together is also a good way to spend quality time with your date while learning something new. You’ll both have fun in the process. And you’ll likely learn something new about each other. The new skill you learn could be used by the two of you to teach to someone else.
Cooking classes appear to be among the favorites. You’ll learn some new recipes to share with each other when you cook together on your future dates. Dance classes are another. Or if you both like singing, try out for the chorus at your local theatre. Then there is joining a sports team together. Such activities as these are also a way to meet other new couples that you may decide to include occassionally on your future outings.
Everyone knows that the best things in life are free, and you may find a gift certificate from the local bookstore. They often give them out for free on special occasions. So, exchange the certificate for a book or a CD. You and your date can then read to one another or sing together.
Get outdoors and spend some quality time at a nearby beach or park. Pack snacks and cold drinks to make the day extra pleasurable, then enjoy each other’s company as you take in the views. Hiking, swimming, sunbathing—you name it! This ideal date is also an excellent opportunity to get to know each other more as you watch each other’s reactions and reflections throughout your experiences.
Having a leisure walk is one of the best ways to get to know someone better. I suggest considering a nearby park or beach. There are many wonderful views in these places, while enjoying some interesting sights and sounds. A place like this is perfect for just two people who want to get to know each other much deeper.
Know that enjoying the outdoors is a good idea for any type of date, whether it is a first date or a second date, a date that is going well or a date that is going poorly. Remember to observe nature and point out things to the other that you each see. You can look at the sky and see the clouds moving, the trees and flowers changing color, the people passing by, and so much more. There are many conversational pieces in the outdoors to share with one another. Spend time talking about what you like and what you don’t like. Make sure you talk about the positive things more often.
As you’ve guessed by now, one of the greatest benefits of taking your date outdoors is the ability to talk with one another. If the surrounding nature doesn’t give you enough conversation topics, then try talking about each other’s opinions on different topics. You can discuss topics such as religious beliefs, movies, books, sports, and politics. You can also talk about what you each did in the past. Talking is a great way to learn more about each other.
Lastly, make your outdoor event together memorable by taking pictures. There’s nothing better than having pictures with your date following the event so he or she will remember that perfect time with you.
If you and your date are music-lovers, why not attend a live performance together? There’s nothing quite like the feeling of a room filled with people attending a show for the same purpose — to be inspired by musical artistry. From concerts to comedy clubs, there is something to fit every taste or mood. Attend one of these events and get ready to experience something special together!
Attending a concert is a great way to spend time with your date. You can also learn about the artist (from each other) and his/her background. When you are at a concert, you will be surrounded by people who share the same interest in music. You will feel the excitement of the audience. You might even find that you enjoy listening to music just as much as you enjoy dancing or watching movies together. Music is something that brings everyone together. It’s an emotion that everyone can relate to.
The best thing about attending a live performance is that you can see the artist perform live. This allows you to mentally connect with the artist (even if you’re not on stage with them). Hands in the air, swaying back and forth with your date beside you, and maybe even holding up lighted candles together can be a wonderful connecting moment to the artist as well as your date.
And before going to the concert, you should research the artist. This will make sure that you know everything about him/her. You will also find that you can anticipate what the artist will play next. This will allow you to enjoy the concert even more.
Take your first date to a local museum or art gallery and explore the many interesting artifacts, objects, and paintings on display. This can be a great way for you both to connect over shared interests in history or culture.
You can have interesting conversations about the artifacts or share funny stories about an artwork that catches your attention. Plus, it’s a great chance to get to know each other better without any pressure of having to impress one another.
Have you ever wondered how different museums may be from one another? Well, think a moment. A museum is a place where you can find many different types of artifacts. You’ll find that different museums cater to different types of items. You may find old furniture, paintings, statues, musical instruments, and so much more.
Plus, museums are another wonderful place where you can have great conversations. You can talk about the artifacts or even tell your date a funny story about a particular piece of art. Like parks and beaches, the best thing about museums is that you can have a relaxed atmosphere with each other. There won’t be any pressure to impress your date or have a certain goal. You can just enjoy the experience of being in a museum together.
Again, if you want to make sure that you have a fun day, you should do some research before your visit. This way, you’ll know which museums have interesting artifacts. Once you’ve decided where you want to go, you should get tickets in advance. This way, you won’t waste time when you are already at the museum.
Visiting an animal rescue center or local animal shelter can be a moving experience for you both to share, and can open up great conversations about your beliefs and compassion for animals. Here, you get the chance to give love back to the animals and make a difference in their lives by helping out. Some facilities may even allow you to take the adopted animal home, so don’t forget to make an inquiry before your visit.
Animals are so precious and wonderful. They simply need for us to treat them with kindness and respect. In the past, it was very common to keep wild animals like lions, bears, and tigers as pets. However, these wild animals were typically captured by people who did not know how to care for them properly. So, they usually became sick. This is why many animal shelters are there to help animals who are in distress and don’t know how to be taken care of by their owners.
There are many places where you can find a rescue shelter or animal center. Some places might specialize in just one type of animal, while others might help with dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, or anything else. The best way to find an animal shelter or rescue center is to ask around as well as doing an internet search.
If you and your date want to adopt an animal, you should check whether the facility is licensed. The reason is that you want to be sure the animal has been vaccinated properly and has not been abused while in the facility.
If you are a Christian, you probably want to find a lady or gentleman who shares your religious views. That can be a little challenging, since people often don’t always believe the same things about God. However, you can help you find someone who shares your beliefs by praying about it.
Ask God to lead you to someone who has the same faith as you do. Then, you should try to meet him or her. If you think you have found someone that you really like, try one of the suggestions above together for a first. You’ll have plenty of time to chat with another. One of the topics should be whether he or she believes in God. If yes, future dates can be used to discuss religious views. After a few dates, you’ll likely know if you’ve chosen the right person for you.
And remember, having common interests is great, but having common Christian beliefs is the goal of most importance in your journey to find a mate to support you in your service to God.
I’m Lori Stith, The Stoicess
Your Christian Life Coach
AND I believe in YOU!
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