Dating with Purpose: Aligning Your Values and Intentions

Dating with purpose means moving beyond surface-level attraction and casual connection—it’s about entering each relationship with clarity, intention, and a heart aligned with God’s will. When you know who you are and what you value, you stop entertaining confusion and start building connection with discernment.

Amos 3:3 asks, “Can two walk together unless they are agreed?” This verse reminds us that shared values and vision matter. Chemistry may spark a flame, but alignment is what keeps it burning in the right direction.

Purposeful dating requires that you:

• Know your non-negotiables—your faith, your standards, your goals.

• Communicate clearly and early about what you're looking for.

• Be honest with yourself about red flags, spiritual disconnection, or emotional immaturity.

• Stay rooted in God’s guidance—through prayer, wise counsel, and peace in your spirit.

You don’t have to settle or shrink to be chosen. When you date with purpose, you protect your heart, honor your healing, and position yourself to receive the kind of love that aligns with the woman God has called you to be.

Journal Prompt:
What are my core values when it comes to dating and relationships? How can I stay true to them even when emotions or loneliness try to sway me?

Take time to write out your non-negotiables and relationship intentions. Ask God to help you date from a place of purpose, not pressure.