How to Wait

1. Set Standards Beforehand
2. Be Accountable -- to a friend or family member
3. Let Your Lifestyle Show
• Keep your mind pure
• Avoid sexually oriented media
• Dress to reflect your convictions
• Glorify the Lord with your body
4. Choose Companions Carefully
• Get involved with support groups
• Don't be in a hurry to "go steady"
• Develop close relationships with family and friends
5. Seek Others' Wisdom
6. Ask God to Help - even if you're not sure what's best for you, He is.

Controlled Dates

1. Set Dating Goals
2. Make Definite Plans
3. Date Only People with the Same Convictions
4. Communicate Openly About Sex
• If you can't talk about it, you aren't close enough to have it.
5. Include Prayer
• Before the date is a perfect time.
• For two Christians, on the date is great, too.
6. Avoid Being Completely Alone
7. Set Aside the Physical and Focus on Building the Relationship