Posts by Oasis Singles (Page 5)
Dating a Single Christian Who Has a Mental Illness
Dating someone who has a mental illness, comes with unique challenges and considerations. As Christian singles, we are called to approach every relationship with love, compassion, and understanding. Here are some tips to help you navigate dating a person with mental illness while staying grounded in your faith. Understanding and Education The first step in dating someone with a mental illness is understanding what they are going through. Mental illnesses can range from anxiety and depression to bipolar disorder…
Praying for a Husband: A Christian Single Girl’s Perspective
As a Christian single woman, the journey to finding a life partner can be filled with mixed emotions and uncertainties. In the midst of hopes and anxieties, prayer emerges as a powerful tool, a divine conversation that aligns our hearts with God’s will. This article explores how prayer can be an integral part of seeking a husband, from the perspective of a Christian single girl. Praying for a Christian husband In the Christian faith, prayer is much more than a…
Advantages of Being Single: From a Christian Single Perspective
There are a number of advantages of being single as a Christian single. For those of us living alone, we can sometimes forget. Also, the constant barrage in the media communicates to single gals and single guys that they are somehow “missing out” because they are not hitched. In today’s society, where relationships are often seen as a marker of success, the Christian community, in particular, has unique insights into the value and benefits of being single. From fostering a…
Alcohol Use Disorder Among Single Christians
This is a fact: Alcohol Use Disorder is much more prevalent among single people (across all age groups) than among those who are married. While single men are by far the largest demographic that uses and abuses alcohol, recent studies in the US and UK find alarming rises in alcohol use and abuse among single women. Alcohol abuse is a significant societal problem affecting multiple demographic groups, including Christian singles. Despite the public image of sobriety often associated with the…
Small Group Bible Studies for Christian Singles
Basically, small group bible studies for Christian singles are support groups or cell groups that include Bible study, but worship, prayer, encouragement, learning more about the Lord, and outreach to the community around them. Here at Oasis Singles we highly encourage Christian singles to hook into small group Bible studies. For many Christian singles, the journey of faith is both personal and deeply communal. While personal devotions and corporate worship have their irreplaceable places in a believer’s life, there’s…
How to Build Trust in a Christian Dating Relationship
Learning how to build trust in a Christian dating relationship can be challenging, especially when we consider the many values and principles that guide our lives. For Christians, one of the fundamental aspects of any relationship—be it friendship or dating—is trust. Trust is the bedrock of any healthy relationship, but how do you build it, especially in the delicate dance of Christian dating? Here’s a deep dive into cultivating trust in a Christian dating relationship with the opposite sex. 1.…
Child Support Payments and Christian Single Parents
Receiving child support payments is a major worry for Christian single parents, who often struggle to keep their kids well-fed and clothed. It’s no wonder then that custodial single parents rank collecting child support payments ahead of concerns like dating . Of course, when it comes to child support payments, these single parents are not alone. Skirting Child Support Payments: A Worldwide Problem According to ACES (The Association for Children for Enforcement of Support) only half of US custodial single…
Embracing Solo: The Joy of Being Christian Single and Loving It
In a world that often places great emphasis on romantic relationships, being a Christian single can sometimes be perceived as a temporary state or even a social stigma. However, the truth is that being single can be a fulfilling and liberating experience for many individuals. Rather than viewing singleness as a void to be filled, embracing the single life can lead to personal growth, self-discovery, and a profound sense of contentment. In this article, we celebrate the joys and advantages…
Why Christian Single Men Need a Proverbs 31 Wife
Most Christian single men I know frequently whine about their need for a nice Christian wife. Who can blame men who feel this way? After all, in Proverbs 31:10, our Bible Verse of the Day, Solomon wrote: “A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies.” Christian single men, whether they are college teens or single parents, would benefit by checking out this chapter of Scripture. In fact, any man would be in hog…
Forgiveness and Dating Relationships
There is an amazing connection between forgiveness and healing in the Bible. Forgiveness has amazing benefits. Forgiveness can heal broken relationships, broken hearts and even bring health to one’s body. Only recently have secular psychologists and doctors begun speaking of the healing power of forgiveness in one’s life. That is exactly why it is important to learn how to forgive someone who hurt you emotionally. The Forgiveness and Dating Relationships Problem Many Christian singles have problems with their health and…
Is it a Sin to Have Sex Before Marriage?
Is it a sin to have sex before marriage? Is sex before marriage still a sin if you love each other? These two questions are some of the most asked questions I get at Oasis Singles. Sex sin is a huge issue for Christian singles. Why? The simple answer is that most singles struggle with some form of sex sin, or at least tempted in this particular area. Let’s lay aside masturbation for a moment. The question “Is it a…
How to Get a Christian Guy to Ask You Out
Wondering how to get a Christian guy to ask you out? In the realm of Christian dating, the journey to a meaningful relationship is often paved with shared faith and values. For many Christian women, understanding how to encourage a Christian guy to ask them out is not just about romantic interest, but also about fostering a bond that resonates with their spiritual principles. This guide delves into the nuances of forming such connections, respecting the faith-based dynamics that are…
How to Find a Christian Wife
Ever wonder how to find a Christian wife? I would think many Christian single women in the market for a husband would be interested in knowing the number of Christian men hoping to find a Christian wife. Well, we are too, and that’s one reason why our up-and-coming singles survey will try to quantify the different numbers of Christian single men looking to find a Christian wife, those looking to simply find a date and those not seeking a mate…
Anger at Being Single-Dealing with Anger in Relationships
Do you have anger at being single? Many single women and men walk around with a lot of anger because they are still single long past the time they thought they would be married. Does being single at this time in your life make you angry? Target of Anger at being single One target of a single person’s anger is directed at God Himself because He has not brought that one true love into their lives. Frustration, jealousy, and discouragement…
How Should Christian College Students Respond to Anti-Semitic and Anti-Israel Sentiments?
As a pastor on the campus of Rutgers University, I see firsthand the heated political and social conflicts brewing among the students. For Christian college students, the emergence of anti-Semitic and anti-Israel protests can be particularly troubling. This blog post aims to explore how Christian students can respond to such situations in a way that aligns with biblical teachings, promoting peace, understanding, and compassion. Understanding the Context Anti-Semitic and anti-Israel sentiments on college campuses often stem from complex geopolitical, historical,…
Should Christian Singles Blindly Support Politicians?
I’m find it extremely concerning how blindly many people follow certain politicians and interest groups on both the LEFT and RIGHT, EVEN when it’s obvious they are demagogues, liars and crooks. If you claim to be a Christian, it’s time to WAKE UP! The moral authority of the church is undercut when we blindly support anyone. It’s also dangerous! We need to speak the TRUTH in love no matter where it leads. No matter if it makes you feel uncomfortable.…