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Snapshot: Friendship. What is it really? What does it mean? How does it affect our lives as Christians? What importance does it hold for single Christians? Let's look at friendship according to its definition and through the eyes of scripture - examining ourselves in the light of God's perspective on this subject.
   
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Snapshot: We've held many rap (open floor discussion) sessions, both of the impromptu and the official variety. During most of these events, at some time or another, at least one or two people make comments or ask questions about games people play with regards to relationships.
   
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Snapshot: Ahhhh. The grand question posed by the Lord to Cain after he murdered Abel. Where is thy brother? Immediately someone will see this and wonder what this has to do with singles ministry. After you review this article, you'll understand why this is so important.
   
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Snapshot: First, let me say that marriage is honorable -- as also says the scriptures (Hebrews 13). It is a wonderful and glorious state to be in -- even with its challenges and its ups and downs. The desire to be married is also honorable. There is, unfortunately, an associated problem (one that hides behind the honor of the desire). While the desire is honorable, that doesn't mean that the motive, qualification of the individual or the PRIORITY of the desire are in order.
   
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Snapshot: Many of us have heard it, seen it, know someone who has done it or it currently doing it...a good single, Christian man that is courting a woman for all the wrong reasons. My heart is heavy today because of Satan's non-countered attack on the brethren concerning women.
   
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Snapshot: In a recent conversation regarding marriage, a young lady began to express her frustration regarding the fact that she was not married yet and how badly she desired to be married. In conversations such as this, being "ready" for married rarely comes up.
   
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Snapshot: This is the first of a six-part series aimed at discussing the God-ordained mind set of the single believer. The series will define maximizing singleness by presenting some rarely (if ever) considered dimensions, and highlight some of its benefits - naturally and spiritually - thus illustrating what Paul meant when he said, godliness is profitable in all things, having promise in the life that now is and the life that is to come.
   
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Snapshot: Many may wonder why singles ministry is important. Many question its validity. Many singles feel that they can do without it. Many feel that singles gathering for ministry is nothing more than a "meat market". Well, I used to feel that way too. It wasn't until the Lord graced me to come to a singles ministry service, touched my heart and changed my life that I really began fulfilling God's call on my life.
   
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Snapshot: "You shouldn't date someone that's not saved" . . . "the Bible says be not unequally yoked together with unbelievers" . . . Sound familiar? During my years of being saved, I have heard this statement many times. The scripture is used out of context, but the message is true. Unfortunately, many Christians have found reasons to ignore this exhortation and have dated, or in some cases, even married someone who has not been redeemed by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
   
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Snapshot: Fellowship is probably one of the most misunderstood, yet more vital aspects of our walk with God. (Who you choose to be close reflects who you are OR dictates who you become). Doth not nature teach us some things? Do you realize that if a well person walks into a room full of sick people that his wellness won't affect their illness.
   
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Snapshot: As previously stated, God did state many times that He was displeased with marital choices made by His children. In light of that fact, He gave many guidelines. Quoting 2 Corinthians 6 is not enough ammunition to arm the saints of God. If the exposition on fellowship doesn’t persuade you, let’s go a little deeper (without getting deep). Let’s cover some of the scriptures that directly highlight this fact.
   
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Snapshot: Imagine yourself again as one of two oxen in the yoke. You try to go right, but the other ox is trying to go left. You try to go left and the other ox tries to go right. You try to go forward and the other ox tries to rest. This is an impossible and frustrating situation, but this is where many of us are finding ourselves.