Tom F.

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Thanks for offering your opinion and the Scripture references. I agree with you. As a parent I would instruct my son NOT to date an unbeliever. Because the Bible tells us not to be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship has light with darkness.

However, two things that Laz asked could use further clarification. I noticed he didn't use the term "date" in the singular sense but rather plural. Which means ongoing dating that could lead to something more. This resembles "courting" which is intended to lead to a more committed relationship. The second thing he didn't mention in his question is who should do the disciplining. I think Pilgrim may have rightly understood him to mean the church. Certainly someone should demonstrate their concern for this relationship and explain what the Bible teaches before it does become more serious.

It's too easy to just let young people make up their own minds when they don't realize the long term consequences for the choices they make. A parent, relative, fellow church member, or just a friend of the young believer should refer them to some of the Scripture texts that speak to this issue and help them make the right choice.


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