Aleah Stallings
Reading/Lit 5th
Book Review #2
“Boy Meets Girl: Say Hello to Courtship”
Joshua Harris

Joshua Harris continues his amazing book “I Kissed Dating Goodbye” with “Boy Meets Girl,” the story of how he met and married his wife, Shannon. Harris’s first book encouraged readers to abandon the modern day idea of “romantic fixation.” The book “Boy Meets Girl” goes to the next level and urges single Christian men and women to pursue courtship, and then eventually marry, thoughtfully and prayerfully. I believe that many readers will shy away at the idea of courtship. Harris insists that dating should not be emotional recreation but rather a careful decision rooted in obedience to God. This is amazing. I could not agree more. Even from personal experiences, when we think with our emotions and base our actions off of our emotions (which we all have done), it puts in a bad situation. This will possibly lead to destruction and pain, opposed to making a careful decision, allowing God to take control of the wheel which will lead to a beautiful relationship. The story is used to reveal “true-to-life scenarios” about dating drawback are somewhat elementary.

Harris emphasizes the point that obedience to God's word, selfless love, community, purity, and satisfaction in God are the most important aspect of any relationship. The last section of the book discusses forgiveness of past sexual sin, questions to ask before tying the knot, and how an understanding of our sinful nature can lead to conflict resolution. Harris 21 years of life experience; his maturity and devotion to God can be evidence to those that what he preaches works. He has found a passionate relationship with the love of his life.

We know that the last thing singles want is more rules (shoot, totally agree!), but when looking for an intention and God-pleasing game plan spouse, there are rules we must follow. Joshua Harris delivers an appealing one. Harris illustrates how biblical courtship (a healthy, joyous alternative to recreational dating) worked for him and his wife. Boy Meets Girl presents an inspiring, practical example for readers wanting to pursue the possibility of marriage with someone they may be serious about.

If you’re fed up with self-centered relationships that end in disappointment, it’s time to rethink romance. Finding the loving, committed relationship you want shouldn’t mean throwing away your hopes, your integrity, or your heart.
As old school as it may be, courtship is what modern day relationships desperately need. Think of it as romance chaperoned by wisdom, cared for by community, and directed by God’s Word. That appears to be like an amazing experience which will lead to successful relationships.

Filled with inspiring stories from men and women who have rediscovered courtship, “Boy Meets Girl” is honest, romantic, and biblical. Keep God at the center of your relationship as you discover how to: “Set a clear course for your romance, Get closer without compromise, Find support in a caring community Deal with past sexual sin Make the right decisions about your future.” This is an amazing book that I recommend to all that have read “I Kissed Dating Goodbye!” AMAZING BOOK!

i like this book! i like happy ending!
this book is separated three paragraphs.
First is written by girl`s eye. she met a boy on the ship.
she falt in love with him but.. she could not do anything.
i feel frustration! What will this story go?
Next is written by boy`s eye. He falt in love with her, too!!
they could not do anything each other..
as that story continue..
third is brother`s eye.
he try to them associate.
at last, they meet again like fate, and they got together.
it is very happy story.
i feel hapiness. ( )

A Biblical look at relationships and dating with a purpose.

Basically a really good book with a lot of truth. I recommend it to any looking for a book on relationships.

Courtship ( )