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  1. What is courtship? - Institute in Basic Life Principles

    But what exactly is courtship, and how is it different from dating? Courtship, for a Christian, is a relationship between a man and a woman in which they seek to determine if it is God’s will for …

  2. How does courtship work? - Institute in Basic Life Principles

    A long courtship can become confusing and frustrating, often leading to disillusionment. Also, the deeper the friendship becomes, the more painful a separation will be, if the courtship does not …

  3. What Is the Value of a Father’s Blessing upon a Courtship?

    It is traditional in conservative Christian circles that a young man seek out the blessing of the father of the girl before pursuing her hand in courtship. Is this merely a tradition? Is it an …

  4. Understanding the Fear of the Lord - Institute in Basic Life Principles

    There are some Christians who by their upbringing are led into the fear of the Lord, even before they come to faith. This is a very great blessing: parents can give a child no greater blessing …

  5. Critical Questions to Help Discern God’s Direction in Courtship

    Every courtship is unique because each couple and their circumstances are unique. More significantly, God’s ways are unique, and He has creative, timely, and even miraculous ways …

  6. Courtship & Dating - Institute in Basic Life Principles

    Courtship & Dating What Is the Value of a Father’s Blessing upon a Courtship? It is traditional in conservative Christian circles that a young man seek out the blessing of the father of the girl …

  7. What Role Do Parents Have in Courtship? - Institute in Basic Life ...

    How active can and should parents be in the selection and pursuit of a spouse for their children? This perplexing question has given rise to much controversy and misunderstanding among …

  8. God Was Manifest in the Flesh - Institute in Basic Life Principles

    The incarnation of the Lord Jesus is the central event of human history. When we celebrate Christmas, we are celebrating far more than a babe born in Bethlehem. We are rejoicing in the …

  9. Articles - Institute in Basic Life Principles

    Every courtship is unique because each couple and their circumstances are unique. More significantly, God’s ways are unique, and He has creative, timely, and even miraculous ways …

  10. Partner - Institute in Basic Life Principles

    May 2, 2025 · Every courtship is unique because each couple and their circumstances are unique. More significantly, God’s ways are unique, and He has creative, timely, and even …