(COURTSHIP) INTENTIONAL PREMARITAL RELATIONSHIP

 Studies have shown lots of breakups in premarital relationships because many of the relationships were accidental rather than intentional. Some started the premarital journey (courtship), without purpose, vision, and adequate guidance from God and good counsellors. As a result, the whole experience became moribund.

These are what know and put into consideration before going into that courtship.

COMPOSITION AND 

THE BEENEFITS OF INTENTIONAL PREMARITAL RELATIONSHIP (courtship)

1. THE COMPOSITION

An ideal premarital relationship/courtship should be made up of two full-grown adults (male and female) who have a vision of establishing a home. It should be purposeful and not wishy-washy. There is a goal of marriage in sight, and it should be filled with realistic dreams and not ‘eldorados,  The two of them should take time to build a structure with a good base so they do not major on the minor. The two adults should have a good understanding of each other . It should be deliberate and pure. It should be well planned with full details of how to move from one point to another . It progresses by the day from just seeing each other from a distance to becoming close friends , It should be fun-filled and built on trust.

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2. THE BENEFITS

The following are some of the numerous benefits of an intentional premarital relationship during courtship:

It provides a Solid Marital Foundation: If the relationship is well established or grounded, it will serve as a template for the couple on getting married , As a result, any kind of ‘wind’ does not blow the marriage away .

It makes room for a Direction-Driven relationship: There is a realistic destination in mind. The details of the relationship are known to the two parties involved. They are on the same page .

The relationship will be filled with hope and assurances: It will be devoid of uncertainty and full of realistic expectations and optimism .

A Progressive and Flourishing adventure will be experienced .

There will also be Peace and Joy in the relationship: It is void of struggles because there are only two mature adults with positive mind.