Am I Ready to Date Again? A Christian Singles Perspective

Am I ready to date again? Are you a Christian Single girl or guy asking yourself the question, “Am I ready to date again?” Have you been out of a relationship for a while now, and unsure when it would be kosher to get in the market for dating again? Deciding to reenter the dating scene can be both exciting and daunting, especially from a Christian single’s perspective. As believers, it is important to approach dating with a foundation rooted in faith and wisdom. This article aims to help you discern whether you are ready to embark on a new romantic journey by providing key considerations from a Christian standpoint.

Being ready to date again often depends on the circumstances surrounding your previous relationship.  A lot of Christian single women and men ask us how to know when dating again is ok and not something to fear.  While we can’t put “time limits” on this subject, God may be telling you you are ready to date again if you have  the following  “ready to date” signs:





* The first sign that you’re ready to date again is when you’ve experienced healing from your past relationships. Often, this process involves forgiveness — forgiving your former partner, as well as forgiving yourself.  You have  forgiven the past party for all wrongdoing and you have absolutely no feelings for your ex. Take time to evaluate your emotional healing and spiritual maturity. Have you fully healed from past hurts or disappointments? “Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” (Colossians 3:13) When you can remember your past relationship without pain, bitterness, or resentment, it’s a strong sign that you’ve healed.

* You are ready to date again when you are emotionally and spiritually stable, and NOT before! This means you have totally healed from any past rejection or broken heart you may have had from your past relationship.  Are you ready to invest in a new relationship? It is essential to enter into dating with a healed heart and a solid foundation in Christ, allowing Him to strengthen and guide you through any challenges that may arise. Otherwise, you are going to bring that junk into the next relationship, which means that the relationship is a  doomed rebound relationship.

* Before asking yourself, “Am I ready to date again?”, evaluate the state of your relationship with God. Are you growing in your faith and actively pursuing a closer walk with Him? A profound relationship with God should be the foundation of any Christian’s life. “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” (Matthew 6:33). When you focus on deepening your relationship with God, you grow emotionally and spiritually, paving the way to welcome a new relationship. It is crucial to have a strong relationship with God before entering into a romantic relationship. Your spiritual foundation will provide guidance, discernment,