Courtship, Sex, and Dating
Evangelical Christianity has some very specific guidelines when it comes to sex, love, and dating. While many people do understandably take comfort in these restrictions, feeling forced to experience romantic relationships in one specific way can be overwhelming at best, and damaging and dangerous at worst. In this episode we will take a look at what the Evangelical concept of courtship is, how it functions in the culture, its biblical roots, and why I think it can be so dangerous when it\u2019s weaponized against young people.\nContent warning for patriarchal bullshit.\xa0\nIf you like what you hear, don't forget to rate and review on your preferred listening platform! Join the community on Instagram at @runaway_eve. I'm always open to topic suggestions, ideas, and any other ways you want to collaborate.\nSources in order they are mentioned:\nHow is courtship different than dating?, Institute in Basic Life Principles\nGod defined marriage, National Association of Evangelicals\nA Christian view of marriage, Christianity\nCourtship vs. Dating: The Father\u2019s Role, J. Lewis