The Role of Faith in Dating After Loss

The role of God is one of guidance, comfort, and potential for new beginnings, encouraging individuals to seek His wisdom and direction in their journey toward remarriage or simply finding joy in singlehood.  

Your faith provides:

  • Guidance and Direction: God can provide guidance and direction in navigating the complex emotions and decisions involved in dating after loss. This includes seeking His wisdom on whether to remarry, and if so, when and how. 

  • Comfort and Healing: God offers comfort and healing during the grieving process, helping individuals to find peace and move forward with hope.  

  • Potential for New Beginnings: God can open doors to new relationships and opportunities, allowing widows and widowers to experience love and companionship again. 

  • Biblical Perspective: The Bible doesn't prohibit remarriage after a spouse's death, and in some cases, it even encourages it.  

  • Focus on God's Love: Remarriage, if pursued, should be motivated by love and a desire to honor God, rather than simply seeking to fill a void.  

Seeking Counsel: It's important to seek counsel from trusted mentors and godly friends who can offer wise insights and support.  

Prayerful Approach: Praying earnestly and asking God for His direction is a crucial part of navigating this journey.  

God is a defender of widows and promises to establish boundaries

Jeanne Gormick