getting to know you better

[Maeyken]

My bf and I have been dating for (...counting...) about 7 months, and I am thinking I'd like to do some sort of "getting to know each other better" type devotion book or other such activity. I'm basically looking for suggestions of books that do *not* focus on "this is your future husband" (or wife), but do focus on getting to know one another better. I have looked at some books, but they either seem geared to teenagers, or to engaged couples. Are there any for the in-between stage ppl?!

 

[Pope Gonzo]

Well, you could just go through a book of the Bible together.

Just out of curiosity, why don't you want a book or devotional that considers your boyfriend your future husband? Or am I just reading that wrong?

 

[silentpoet]

I think she means that such a book is not appropriate for where they are at in their relationship. Me and my girlfriend are in a similar place. Serious, but not yet ready for that stage in the relationship. Yeah I want things to go that direction, but I know they are not there.

For what it is worth we looked at all the devotionals they had at our local bookstore and picked "Songs 4 Worship presents Open the Eyes of My heart". We start going through it tommorow. We just picked it up this morning.

 

[Maeyken]

Just out of curiosity, why don't you want a book or devotional that considers your boyfriend your future husband? Or am I just reading that wrong?

Like silentpoet said... it's not that marriage is not a possibility... it would be great if it did happen at some point. But, most of the devotion books for couples that I've looked at just seem to be farther along in the relationship than I feel we are at the moment. Does that make sense?

Silentpoet- let me know how that book works out for you. I didn't know Songs 4 Worship had devotional books, but I love that song!

 

[InTheFlame]

Try going through Boundaries in Dating (or Boundaries Before Marriage - its title changes from country to country) and talking over each chapter together. Five Love Languages is a good one to do this with, too. I have heard of a 'Devotions for Dating Couples' but I feel your pain - there's not much out there.

 

[Maeyken]

I've heard of the 5 love languages book. I might go take another look at it. From what I've heard it sounds really good. Thanks for the ideas

 

[InTheFlame]

No worries Sorry, I meant to say 'I've heard of a 'Devotions for Dating Couples' but I haven't seen or read it.' It's home time for me!