I'm 15 and I'm not allowed to date,I'm a Christian,so I guess that's my parents reasoning.But I still don't see the harm when I'm 15.I'm prolly not allowed to go on a single date with a guy til i'm 17! Do you guys think this is strange?
2007-01-01 15:37:22 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
Speaking as another Christian, I don't think it's weird at all.
I think you should defer to your parents on this one, as they probably know a little bit more about relationships than you do. Don't get me wrong, I believe it is healthy for you to begin having 'feelings' towards boys, but remember that they are BOYS.
I could begin spouting scripture (Song of Songs 2:7 - Do not awaken love until it so desires), but I won't, because I don't believe this question is really about how you're 'not allowed to date' as much as it's about your parents' authority over you.
I'm sure your parents wouldn't mind if you went to the movies with a bunch from a church group or your school friends, but it seems you have a problem with your parents saying you can't go out on a single date.
Have you talked to your parents about this? If you aren't satisfied with their answers, tell them so. The best thing you can do to honor your parents (see 10 Commandments, #5...) is ask them why they feel so strongly about this. Like it or not, your parents will have to begin giving 'adult' answers to your adult questions. Be honest and tell them how you feel.
And under no circumstances should you believe it is acceptable to go against your parent's wishes while under their roof and still call yourself a Christian... Sorry, but considering all of the bad advice already posted to this question, I know my answer would not be complete without that little reminder.
2007-01-01 16:08:28 · answer #1 · answered by Rudy G 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Parent do a lot of things we dont understand or agree with but when we get older we learn to appreciate them protecting us because there is a lot going on in this world that could hurt us. Boys are stupid at 15 anyways and just play games so they're doing you a favor.
2007-01-01 23:49:17 · answer #2 · answered by ZX3R 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
youre not alone, i'm catholic and my parents didn't let me or any of my sisters date till we graduated high school. at least you don't have to worry about all the immature boys or predators trying to take advantage of you. i'm 23 now and i thought it ws stupid then but after seeing so many people my age or younger w/ std's i'm glad they were like that. dating is also more important to me now than than most people my age. I also know what to look for in a woman whereas i didn't when i was your age. like personality wise i mean. God bless, ben
2007-01-02 00:11:44 · answer #3 · answered by Ben S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think that's weird. There are plenty of ways to spend time with that special someone by having him be a part of a group of friends that get invited to your house for an event or by a group of your friends going to an event together.
There's no rush. There'll be plenty of time to get to know guys while you go through HS, and into college and into your adult life.
Take your time.
2007-01-01 23:46:35 · answer #4 · answered by tobiemonterrey 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your parents are just concerned about your welfare. Look at the statistics of teen pregnancy and date rape in our country and you'll know why they feel the way they do.
Also lying to them is not going to make them trust you.
2007-01-01 23:43:28 · answer #5 · answered by playmkr278 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
tell your parents you are going to the movies and then meet your date there. ya i think that that is weird
2007-01-01 23:40:46 · answer #6 · answered by Nicole 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋