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Summary: One of the few truly good dating books
Review: This is a good book, particularly for Christians who are just starting to date. Joshua Harris' biggest message is to wait on God and that the true purpose of dating is to find the right person to marry. I liked his idea of observing people in real life settings to see how they really are. A great companion book that I would recommend for older singles is Philippa Courtney's book "4 Steps to Bring the Right Person into Your Life Right Now." Courtney's book complements Harris' book with a practical approach to determining who our right type of person is and how to find them. These really are both good dating books and a welcome breath of fresh air compared to all the contrived fluff written about dating.
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Summary: Good Reading...Encouraging
Review: I loved it. It was good TO ME... The book was good...I mean I enjoyed it. It isn't for everyone. It's biggest message is to wait on God, don't date until you are ready for marriage, date in groups as to OBSERVE the person in realistic settings, etc. Contrary to popular belief, Joshua Harris was talking about dating in groups so that the person interested in them could observe them in real life settings. Sometimes, on dates, people throw up false representations of themselves, which is why he said "hey, for your benefit, put them in group settings (family, friends of their own) and just observe them; see how they really are"...Anyways, READ YOUR BIBLE because the BIBLE is GOD's WORD. Which side of the line you are standing on (dating vs. non dating...since it is such a controversy now lol) will show whether you like the book or now. Consider the stuff above lol. Enjoy reading it. Hey if you dont like it, sell it on Amazon. If you dont know whether or not you'll like it, buy it cheap on Amazon. ;) Give it a try. Enjoy. I dont want to argue because we as christians aren't supposed to waste our time arguing with eachother lol. But disagreements are welcome .;)
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Summary: Why Teens should read "I Kissed Dating Goodbye"
Review: I recently started reading "I kissed Dating Goodbye" and from the Forward felt it's powerful message. If you are a Teen (Like I am) or a young adult and are dating, or thinking about dating, You should read Joshua Harris' Book. It will open your heart and mind and through the Message of God, save you from a lot of hardships that result in Dating. Please take the time to read and comprehend this wonderful book. It can be Life Changing, but only if you let it.
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Summary: The book that started it all
Review: This book was one of the first to challenge the traditional dating and heartbreaking cycle. I first heard Josh speak about 5 years ago and ever since have enjoyed every chance to meet him and read his books, hear his tapes, see his videos. He's a genuine and kind man with a wonderful sense of humor that shows through in his writing. His challenges make sense and are timely.
This book is the kind you can read over and over...and it just gets better. It goes excellent with Rebecca's new book 'Wait for Me' and 'Passion and Purity' by Elisabeth Elliot. All of these have really encouraged me!
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Summary: One of the best books I have ever read. <><
Review: Mr. harris has hit the nail on the head.
While some critics argue against his (Joshua's) point by truthfully stating that not all "daters" will have sex before marrage, no one that has played the "dating game" in the past can truthfully say that they've gone long before they've delt with heart break. If any people that are not married, or engaged are reading this "feed back" let me ask you if you want to glorify God (YHWH) with your time instead of looking for another distaction to draw you away from Him. No matter if you answered yes or no to my question this book is for you. If you answered yes this book will help you do just that. If you answered no this book will help you realize that unless you REALLY plan on marrying the person you are dating, or next person you date your waisting your, their's, and God's (YHWH's) time because what will most likely happen is at least one of you will get heart broken which is against the will of YHWH. Joshua, like I said, hits the nail on the head. He shows how it is YHWH's goal to heal the broken hearted not have His kids go through it, or worse, cause it.
If you're seeking more on what the Bible says on dating/marrage 1CORINTHIANS CH. 7 SHOULD HELP. :o)
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Summary: One of the best books ever read
Review: This is one of the first Christian living books I read after my dating relationship fell through. It changes your view on dating and allows you to see God's perspective on romance. You'll want to read this several times. It's one of my favorites
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Summary: I couldn't put this book down!
Review: I am a new Christian and I am searching for answers about life: I bought this book for my twelve year old daughter, but found it very helpful for myself.
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Summary: Let us fix our eyes on Jesus...(Heb 12:2)
Review: This book helped reinforce what the Lord had been teaching me in regards to my love life (at the time that I read it). Notice that I said "...teaching ME..."--this book isn't necessarily for everyone. Joshua Harris isn't the Word of God (and he seems to know this himself), so not everything he says is law. It does have some great advice for those of us who want to wait for God's best. What I understood is not that dating is a sin, but that WE are sinners, and that's what makes this area so delicate and complicated. Many people who are currently dating simply shouldn't be. One person may be ready for this season in their lives, and another may not. This book is for those who are not (or aren't sure if they are) in that season yet. One thing I do advise is that this book (and others like it) be read only as a supplement. It shouldn't be what you build your life upon. The only book you should be building your life upon is the Bible. If you have made Jesus the center and focus of your life, He will bring that special person into your life somehow, with or without the help of this book. "Delight yourself in the LORD and he will give you the desires of your heart." Psalms 37:4.
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Summary: Helped Give Me A Reason...
Review: When I read "I Kissed Dating Goodbye", I had never dated before in my life. I was about fourteen, and wasn't even allowed to date, but this book gave me a reason to tell people I didn't date. I later became very judgemental of my friends that did date, and ended up hurting some people with my comments. I still have never technically "dated", in so many words, and sometimes am made fun of for this, from friends who never have anything positive to say about past dating relationships. I think some daters try to get non-daters to date so they (the daters) don't have their consciences nagged by the thought there could be something better out there. I'm not into recreational dating, but when the time comes, I hope to date someone who has already become a good friend, in a relationship that will lead to marriage. I've had little emotional relationships and heartbreaks just like everyone else, but I don't have a lot of regerts, which I'm very thankful for. I think everyone needs to live by their own beliefs and convictions, but for those who are constantly bad-mouthing exes, don't chastise me for avoiding the whole dating game.
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Summary: For The Everyday Christian Single
Review: No sex before marriage? That's intelligent, well-thought out, healthy, gives you satisfaction and is a totally realistic view. It's like waiting to buy something in the mall until you have the money for it, which is most assuredly good. (let's face it, swiping clothes or someone's virginity before you're ready to pay for it or committ to it, is not a good idea).
And no kissing before marriage? It's very possible, realistic, and it's a wonderful way to display your committment and love to your future spouse. It really is comparable to opening the best birthday gift last, and it gives you the chance to make your first kiss something powerful, profound, and a chance for you to give your future husband or wife a special committment.
Josh Harris' book gives Christian Singles a new perspective on love- the willingness to commit to God, and your future spouse BEFORE you've met. Unrealistic and immature? I don't think so. Only for those who skim the surface, and never want to know how deep love goes.
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