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Summary: Christians tend to want black and white
Review: And life it not always about black and white. Life does not fit into our nice little boxes we have created for ourselves.
I liked this book, as I like most books, who do not depend on legalism for how to live life. Jesus didn't say THOUGH SHALT NOT DATE or THOUGH SHALL DATE. He just said to seek Him and all will be added. Does that include a marriage partner? For most people yes. God has created us with a drive, part of that is sexual, to be in relationship with other people. I liked this book a lot because after I read it, I did not feel guilty about being who I am and what I desired. I frankly felt very guilty for being female and having asked men out on dates back in the day after having read "I kissed dating goodbye."
In all of life we need boundaries, for our children, our marriages and all of our relationships. This includes in dating. You know where you stand, what you can handle. Proverbs says, Guard you heart. It does need to be guarded, but don't miss out on what could be a lot of fun because of fear bred into you. If you can't handle being on a date alone with someone because your sexual desires overwhelm you, then know that about yourself and watch it. That is what I liked this book. Not full of legalisms and full of advice to those that have been there.
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Summary: God's "A" List
Review: Boundaries In Dating is on God's "A" list for giving advise on how to date safely and wisely.Tamara Suell
Author of A Woman's Hand Is Taken
Release - November 2004
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Summary: Fresh Perspective on Christian Dating--a MUST READ!
Review: Full of wisdom and insight, this is one of the best books ever written about dating from a Christian perspective! This book has helped me identify unhealthy issues in my own dating patterns and areas in my life that I need to work on...and has given me courage and affirmation to date healthy, safe and balanced individuals. I'm sure that you will find it to be a source of education and encouragement as well. The topic of setting boundaries is a bit conceptual however, with a thorough understanding of its importance, you will be well equip to apply the truths outlined in the book to your own personal situations. A strength of the book lies in the practical examples the authors share to clarify each of the key principals and to help you apply them in your life. (I'd suggest reading the first book, "Boundaries" for a more indepth overview).
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Summary: For those seriously waiting Patiently for their true love
Review: I was afarid to read this one.because in this day and age who's setting aside boundaries? CHRISTIANS!! It really spoke to me and showed me all my past errors and how i am able to overcome them.
I also learned: when you set boundaries you can tell who's into you and who's not.
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Summary: good and bad
Review: Just be aware that this has alot of holy roller crap in it.. a turn off for me. I'll look for another book that doesn't preach.
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Summary: Thank You Drs. Cloud and Townsend
Review: My Christian teenage daugher has many Christain friends who have bought TOTALLY into the book "I Kissed Dating Goodbye" by Josh Harris. One of them gave the book to her in order (I think) to set her straight. She is a very bright, fun, thoughtful young lady who has dated and had some very good experiences with it and also rough experiences. She and I both read the book and discussed it together. It left her very distressed. She was made to feel like dating was a sin and yet, she couldn't really understand (Biblically) why. I, too, was very bothered by the legalistic approach of that book. I went in search of a resource to clarify things for both my daughter and myself. I found this book and read it first before giving it to my daughter (no need to set her up for more confusion!) This book gives a wonderful and clear outline on the purposes and values of dating. It is biblically-based and sound in its information. My daughter is about halfway through reading it and as we discuss it, she is constantly saying, "now this makes sense". I especially appreciate the empasis placed on the issue of maturity in dating and how God can use dating (if done within His boundaries) to grow her into a mature Christian woman who will have the ability to make a wise decision when the time comes for her to marry. She plans to share this book with all of her friends!
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Summary: A Great Reminder
Review: My family raved about "Boundaries In Marriage" (also written by the same authors as this book). I had never heard of the series before, but thought I would give this "dating" book a try. I have never spent so much time taking notes, (I didn't get the workbook and should have... but just ordered it) and highlighting things. It gave me a new sense of depth... for myself and for future relationships. It also ensured current beliefs and brought me to new levels that I otherwise wouldn't have obtained on my own. Though this book is based on the reader being Christian, the general idea is great for everyone... Christian or not!
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Summary: Easy Reading and Good Ideas
Review: These guys are Christian, have been there, and know the pitfalls of dating and how to avoid them. Great teaching on life, let alone dating. How do detect safe and unsafe people to date is super advice, and turn it around and see how you need to change to be safe. I did. They give a short criticism of 'kissing dating goodbye' which is right on and I wish more would realize.
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