13 COURTSHIP TIPS FOR SINGLES
When courtship is properly done, it can build a strong foundation for the marriage thereby positioning the marriage for success.
1. It is wise to consider courtship only at a time when you are ready to get married. Do not lead people to sin by giving them a false hope,courtship is not boyfriend/girlfriend relationship.
2. There is no point courting someone you will not consider marrying. You must only go into courtship with someone God has approved for you for a life partner.
3. One of the aims of your courtship is to be certain that God has approved your relationship. In courtship you have to be able to confirm this as this will prove valuable to you in marriage.
4. Be deliberate about praying and finding out God's willing (purpose) for the new family you are about to start.
5. Endeavour to spend time with each other's families. Families often observe what you cannot see. More so, since they will always influence your marriage either directly or indirectly you will have the opportunity to observe them too.
6. Emotional Intimacy; Guard your feelings, do not lose your head and fall into sin. Allow your relationship to grow naturally before sharing(dumping) all your secret with your partner. Some people have had to regret this when the courtship did not eventually lead to marriage. Focus on knowing each other.
7. Physical Intimacy; Work with each other to agree on the limits and boundaries upfront and ensure you stick to it. There is no point drawing a boundary that will not be respected.
8. Kissing and hugging; it is advisable you save the kiss till you get married. Kissing can spark up romantic flames that may lead to many other things.Hugging is an expression of love for some people but it should also be done with moderation.
9. Be deliberate about where and when to send time alone together. Avoid late nights or spending time in lonely places.
10. Keep scandal at bay; do not give room for people to assume that you are having sexual relationship with your partner. Scandals can ruin your credibility.
11. Be accountable to each other and to a mentor; Develop a list of guidelines for your courtship to keep you on the right path. Also, consider submitting yourself to a mature Christian with a great marriage to advice and guide you.
12. Create time to pray individually and together with your partner. Life is spiritual.
13. Ensure you are active in church; This will also help you observe your partner area of passion andhow he/she behaves in a group.

Hope you find this helpful. May God engrace us to go through this challenging period in purity.

Good tips.