Dateology

How about we reflect on and celebrate some of what we’ve learned in a season 1 culmination? Join Candice and Matt as they enjoy a fun retrospective. Plus, they have a special word of blessing and gratitude for all their listeners. And... they announce a new website where you can reach out! To meet, visit https://www.dateology.org/

How do race, ethnicity, dating, and the Gospel all come together? Race is a complicated thing to talk about, and Candice, Matt, and their guest Steve discuss it all in this vulnerable and thoughtful conversation. To learn more about the hosts and to follow Dateology on social media, visit https://www.dateology.org/

So the relationship is progressing… what happens now? In this episode, Candice and Matt talk about serious relationships and how they can trigger fears of intimacy and commitment. Plus, the team chats about how great it is to pray for God's guidance as a relationship becomes more serious. To learn more about the hosts and to follow Dateology on social media, visit https://www.dateology.org/

Why are people drawn to one another? Join Candice and Matt as they talk about what tend to be attractive qualities and what theories explain attraction. Plus, they'll consider how living according to a God-given calling might be one of the most attractive things of all. To learn more about the hosts and to follow Dateology on social media, visit https://www.dateology.org/

Ever had a crush on a friend? Or had a friend say they have a crush on you? Candice and Matt interview Emily, who shares her experience dating a longtime pal. To learn more about the hosts and to follow Dateology on social media, visit https://www.dateology.org/

What can we learn from Cale’s reflections on the end of a relationship? Join Matt and Candice as they chat with Cale about our tendencies toward selfishness in dating. Plus, what about that one wild date with the woman who enjoyed dining with the dead? To learn more about the hosts and to follow Dateology on social media, visit https://www.dateology.org/

When it comes to sex, what are the dynamics at play in Christian dating? Candice and Matt discuss sex from a few different angles — from intimacy to porn to celibacy and more. Also, as promised in the show, here are a few links to resources Candice and Matt have found helpful in understanding the Bible’s teachings about sex. Sermons: The Story of Sex: Essence - http://bit.ly/2J5hvKu The Story of Sex: Ethics - http://bit.ly/2kFZMPy The Exclusive Paul - http://bit.ly/2suLynX Book: Loveology by John Mark Comer - http://bit.ly/loveologybook (P.S. Sorry for the sirens in the background. Just a little proof we live in a big city.) To learn more about the hosts and to follow Dateology on social media, visit https://www.dateology.org/

When the breakup happens, where do we go next? Candice and Matt talk about breakups — in the midst of the conversation and in the aftermath. There's hope in knowing that God is always near to the brokenhearted. To learn more about the hosts and to follow Dateology on social media, visit https://www.dateology.org/

​What makes for a great first date? Candice and Matt discuss the norms surrounding the beginning of dating relationships. There's lots of need for good news, and we got it here! To learn more about the hosts and to follow Dateology on social media, visit http://bit.ly/dateology

What do you do when messy, broken stuff comes up in a dating relationship? Is it worth it to keep going? Candice and Matt talk about the brokenness that inevitably surfaces in every relationship, and how the good news of Jesus empowers us to persevere and grow through it all. To learn more about the hosts and to follow Dateology on social media, visit https://www.dateology.org/

What's on your list for the person you're looking for? What's a core item, what's a preference, and how can you know the difference? Candice and Matt talk about ways that lists can be helpful (or unhelpful) and also the Gospel truths that empower us to make wise, healthy choices. To learn more about the hosts and to follow Dateology on social media, visit https://www.dateology.org/

Growing up, did you have a dream about marriage? Candice and Matt discuss the various ideas we gather about romance and how they impact our approach to dating. What do we do when our dreams aren't fulfilled? And what does it look like to audaciously hold on to a dream anyway? To learn more about the hosts and to follow Dateology on social media, visit https://www.dateology.org/

What are the best ways ask someone out, and when is the right time? Candice and Matt discuss their experiences and also some important factors to consider when asking someone out (or saying yes). What might it be like if we all had the courage and freedom to just make the ask? To learn more about Dateology and the hosts, visit https://www.dateology.org/ Follow us on social media: https://www.instagram.com/dateology_pdcst/ https://twitter.com/dateology_pdcst

What does it mean to pursue someone, and what's it like to be pursued? Candice and Matt share their experiences and thoughts on the kind of power dynamic that the pursuer/pursuee framework creates. Is there a different way that leads to deeper freedom, love, and companionship? To learn more about Dateology and the hosts, visit https://www.dateology.org/

Glad to have you! Get a glimpse of what the show will be like, topics we'll cover, and learn about the hosts, Candice and Matt. To hear more about the show and the hosts, visit https://www.dateology.org/