I am often questioned about how someone so beautiful who loves the Lord could be alone. A mixture of societal pressure and the voice of people is what worked together to breed insecurity in my singleness. The post The Gift of Singleness appeared first on Courtship Vs. Dating with Rickey E. Macklin ..read more

While we are single, we must value Godly friendships to help us make the right decisions when it comes to relationships. We can sometimes grow impatient and end up accepting a date from anyone who asks us on a date because of loneliness... The post Which Friend Are You? appeared first on Courtship Vs. Dating with Rickey E. Macklin ..read more

While cutting always involves pain and is never easy, you know in order to move forward, it’s absolutely necessary. It’s a good thing to cut the cord that binds you to others who are not beneficial to you. However, it’s a greater thing to cut the cord that binds you to your old self. Let the process begin. The post May Your Process Begin appeared first on Courtship Vs. Dating with Rickey E. Macklin ..read more

Be careful what you entertain. What you watch (sexualize movies) and what you listen to (sexualized and suggestive music) will impact your behavior - over time. The post Worth Waiting For appeared first on Courtship Vs. Dating with Rickey E. Macklin ..read more

I personally believe that failed relationships do not constitute actual failure because everything is truly a lesson learned! It’s a time to redefine your list of must have’s, can’t stands, and just say, “Not my will, but God, your will be done!” The post NEW SEASON! appeared first on Courtship Vs. Dating with Rickey E. Macklin ..read more

During our wait season, we should live each day to the fullest and make every second count. You are needed, you are gifted, and you are powerful. God has called you to the kingdom for such a time as this, dear heart. Trust and believe that God has a plan for your life. The post I AM WORTH THE WAIT appeared first on Courtship Vs. Dating with Rickey E. Macklin ..read more

Your Dad and Mom were Right. “Everything that looks good to you ain’t good for you.” Unfortunately, it took a while for many of us to figure that out. The post Seven Relationship Power-Points appeared first on Courtship Vs. Dating with Rickey E. Macklin ..read more

Regardless of whether you are just getting to know your relationship potential, at the beginning of the relationship, in the middle, or in the engagement process, these questions should be asked and answers should be given BEFORE you say, I Do. The post Key Relationship Questions appeared first on Courtship Vs. Dating with Rickey E. Macklin ..read more

Deal Breakers – If you know yourself pretty well, you should also know the things you simply refuse to tolerate. Those things are called deal breakers or non-negotiables. Deal breakers leave no wiggle room. The post Pre-Courtship Checklist appeared first on Courtship Vs. Dating with Rickey E. Macklin ..read more

Courtship: The 21st Century Process is designed for the marriage-minded person, and this book gives a modern twist to the old ways–“Vintage” made new. It offers a serious approach to a God-centered relationship with practical, 21st-century advice. The post Courtship: The 21st Century Process appeared first on Courtship Vs. Dating with Rickey E. Macklin ..read more