Expert: Dr Tim Gladu - 11/12/2011

Question
So there was this guy I liked and we were seeing each other for about 4 months I would say I met him at my job and it was just a physical attraction. Ok we started seeing each other and getting to know each other and at first everything seemed pretty normal like I told him my beliefs and how I believed that you shouldnt have sex before marriage and he was ok with that. As time went by I started seeing his true colors and seeing that we were to different in many aspects and that he didnt respect the fact I wanted to wait and he didnt he actually want to get physical so I told him how it is and well I guess he didnt like it and basically fell off the face of the earth he stopped calling and texting. I must admit it was hard at first because I really did like him and kind of wish it would have worked out but he wasnt equally yoked as me. So its been like 2 months and out of no where he wants to get a hold of me and call and text me like if nothing happen. Its kind of hard for me to not respond back because I want to be nice and I do somewhat still like him and I know I shouldnt because he isnt christian and i am. I also know I shouldnt be around him because i can fall into temptation. Which in the pass I have before when I was very young with an old boyfriend I use to have. But I did repent and turned from my old ways and havent fornicated since. Is there any verses in the bible that you suggest me reading for this situation? I do feel at times like if the enemy is like making me feel like you have done it in the past your no different why not give this guy a chance. And all I want to do is just please the Lord!!

Answer
Gigi,

I believe that when we repent and ask forgiveness that God honors that. I also believe that if you are able to stay pure until marriage that God will also honor your future. I can give you some verses about promiscuity that might help. 1 Cor 6:13, 18-20, 1 Thess 4:7, Eph 5:3, Romans 6:13, 16. These are just a few that might help you. You can remain pure and if this boy you speak of really wants to be with you he will respect you. If he just wants to be with you for sin then walk away.