greenlee

Wow-- What a neat site. Thanks for sharing.

I agree that Adam and Eve could see in the spiritual dimension when they were in the Garden of Eden and that the Garden is/was part of that spiritual dimension. I think it's reasonable to theorize that the spiritual dimension is of a different molecular structure that cannot be seen by the human eye. After all, we're not able to always see spiritual beings. Clearly, there are things that are invisible to us for reasons other than microscopic size.

Generally, I don't see anything wrong with kissing in a close, dating relationship. Granted, there are different types of kissing: affectionate and passionate/sexual. A couple should take care to keep things out of the sexual realm. If they can't kiss affectionately without it turning into something passionate/sexual, then it may be wise to choose not to kiss, or to not be alone when they do, etc.

There are a few I could probably add, but for now, I'm currently reading Beautiful if God's Eyes, The Treasure of the Proverbs 31 Woman, by Elizabeth George. An entire chapter is devoted to each verse and it has really been speaking to my heart. It's very practical in it application and I know will be one of those books that really helps me to grow as a woman.

*hugs* I'm sorry you're in this dilemma. As others have said, be completely open and honest with the guy and pray heavily about it. If you and this guy both pray for wisdom and earnestly seek after God's will, I know that His way will become clear to the both of you. I'll be praying for you also.

What a wonderful, faith-building story. God is indeed awesome. Thank you for sharing this experience :-)

That depends... Are the resolutions goals or oaths? There is a difference. Do the resolutions violate Scripture or God's plan for your life? Are the resolutions such that they involve promises you can't and/or don't intend to keep?

I LOVE making resolutions. Here's what I have on my list so far: buy healthier foods when grocery shopping (focus more on the nutritional value v. the amount of calories) exercise 3-4 times/week find a good group of women to have Bible study with keep in better contact with friends and extended family (no more isolating!) clean my home a bit daily instead of letting stuff build up take a class/learn something new practice my guitar at least once a week go somewhere about once a month other than the mall/movies/restaurant... like to a museum or gallery take a vacation from work stop impulse shopping and pack money away into savings write to the child I sponsor at least once a month find a boyfriend :-) start drawing again get my passport and go to Canada again buy more bookshelves and get my books out of boxes read a classic a month refinish my desk (don't like the finish on it much!) get "caught up" on my scrapbooking

No real pearls of wisdom at the moment, but I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Blien, I just wanted to say that I think you've made a wise choice in deciding to not move in with this girl. As others here have pointed out, it would be problematic in many ways. When it is the right time for you to move out, God will open the door and make His path clear to you. Stay close to Him in prayer and ask that He reveal His will to you. I'm sorry that you're not in the greatest of living situations right now. I understand completely, as I grew up in a less than desirable household... Aside from living in a dorm when I went to college, I lived with my parents until I was 25. I was so sick of it and wanted a way out, but nothing was working out and my budget seemed to tight to make it work. When I gave it all over to God, though, and stopped seeking out solutions on my own, God literally just dropped the perfect living situation into my lap-- a whole new life, actually-- new job, new friends, etc.! He sees all that is going on in your life and will deliver you in His perfect timing.