tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15841782.post4478079395834047379..comments2023-09-25T08:52:15.671-05:00Comments on The Good Part Blog: The Way Of A Man With A MaidThe Momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11267368729189076910noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15841782.post-22867359920952307862007-02-06T14:10:00.000-06:002007-02-06T14:10:00.000-06:00I'm blessed and refreshed after reading your post....I'm blessed and refreshed after reading your post. I'm assuming you were a young (in years) bride, but your maturity far greater than most. As the mother of a lovely young woman who I'm honored to call my daughter, I've read a number of books and articles relating to the subject of courtship. I became disappointed and at times grieved by the legalism and game-playing depicted within the pages. My husband and I are in agreement with the following quote found on the internet...I apologize for not providing the author.:<br />"Let’s not become absorbed with either creating or following a myriad of rules for courtship. We would all be better served by focusing on a few key principles, while remaining flexible to the situation and seeking the Lord’s leading and wisdom. Suggestions and examples of other courtships can be very helpful, as long as we use them properly. We must not try to force every courtship into one narrow mold. Extend some grace to your brethren in Christ. You may not see the wisdom in some of the courtship decisions of others, but don’t be quick to criticize or find fault."<br />Bless you sweetly.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15841782.post-25288113857625377512007-01-06T17:51:00.000-06:002007-01-06T17:51:00.000-06:00What is the definition of a "couple" according to ...What is the definition of a "couple" according to Christian courtship? Is a 6 year courtship too long?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15841782.post-69187032393431922352006-11-27T23:02:00.000-06:002006-11-27T23:02:00.000-06:00Well Andrea, I don't think we gave anyone enough t...Well Andrea, I don't think we gave anyone enough time to catch on to us. :) We hardly caught on ourselves before it officially started! Yes, it was a very special time. I didn't realize how much had impacted you until now. Thanks for the comment.The Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11267368729189076910noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15841782.post-88408396475617643172006-11-27T11:41:00.000-06:002006-11-27T11:41:00.000-06:00That was sweet, Court! It sure does bring memories...That was sweet, Court! It sure does bring memories back. YBS, that shocking phone-call days afterwards that you and Toby were courting, (I still can't figured out how I was so blinded to not see it coming!:-) wedding preparations, and finally the big day will always be indelibly etched on my mind! It's so hard to believe it's coming up on four years already! Time goes sooooo quickly!! Through it all, though, it's been an exciting blessing to see God take you and Toby on. Your beautiful and squishably cute children are a joy to be around, (whenever I get that rare priviledge)and your continued friendship a blessing! Hugs and love to you, Courtney!muzic4himhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17916120212294069498noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15841782.post-13475863827871572462006-11-26T22:21:00.000-06:002006-11-26T22:21:00.000-06:00Anonymous...
Yes, there are far too many sad st...Anonymous...<br /> Yes, there are far too many sad stories like that. But ironically enough, there are still a few good ones that turn out even with the strict "biblical" approach to courtship. I'm always amazed how God sometimes will turn things around for our good even when we don't want to take our hands off and let Him do it His way. <br /> Thanks for the comment!The Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11267368729189076910noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15841782.post-27833937529965360902006-11-26T14:56:00.000-06:002006-11-26T14:56:00.000-06:00I think I saw your footpprints on my site, so I de...I think I saw your footpprints on my site, so I decided to check you out. Thank you so much for sharing "The Way of a Man With a Maid". I agree 101% with your post. It almost literally burns me up when I hear again and again the spiritual recipes of how to obtain a happy, godly, worry free marriage. And if the courtship isn't done quite right the couple is asked to quit seeing each other and put their relationship on the shelf and act like they don't want each other. Then finally after proving by putting on a good act you are allowed to be together again... I think I am finished blowing my top although I have only started blowing...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15841782.post-13341645912700589262006-11-25T18:47:00.000-06:002006-11-25T18:47:00.000-06:00Thanks girls for the comments! As for how Toby pro...Thanks girls for the comments! As for how Toby proposed, that is in and of itself a unique yet simple story. :) I'll have to expound some time when the blog moment strikes accurately in that area. Thanks for the idea Bethany!The Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11267368729189076910noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15841782.post-46747351423409888302006-11-24T22:56:00.000-06:002006-11-24T22:56:00.000-06:00Love this post, Court! The pictures are neat. Than...Love this post, Court! The pictures are neat. Thanks for sharing your and Toby's story...and you're right, everyone's is unique! :-)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15841782.post-26808525541842888822006-11-24T20:35:00.000-06:002006-11-24T20:35:00.000-06:00I appreciate you sharing this, Courtney...!I appreciate you sharing this, Courtney...!Cherihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06279806588780362328noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15841782.post-50830066264514474072006-11-24T12:47:00.000-06:002006-11-24T12:47:00.000-06:00So sweet! But after all that you never did get aro...So sweet! But after all that you never did get around to telling us how he proposed! :D <br /><br />Happy 'Engagement' Anniversary!Bethanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05230809042212722768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15841782.post-75902513244103258672006-11-24T00:11:00.000-06:002006-11-24T00:11:00.000-06:00Aww! What a sweet couple you two are! Thanks for s...Aww! What a sweet couple you two are! Thanks for sharing, Courtney! (((hugs)))Lizziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13127021454032005976noreply@blogger.com