This letter is in response to Rachel Wilhelm’s Dec. 17 article, “High school relationships: Not worth the time.”
Dear Editor:
Truly, it is SO much better to focus on one’s relationship to Christ during teen years and as they grow and mature in Him. Many will find that other relationships will be more fruitful and someday, in God’s perfect timing, He will send that “special someone” into your life.
There are enough stressors during your school years… and getting serious too soon can cause a lot of pressures and sometimes lead to decisions that can be regretted later.
“My last point is that you should date with the intent that marriage could possibly follow. There really is not any other reason for dating. The only real difference between being good friends and being boyfriend/girlfriend is the physical affection. If you simply like each other, then sure; you can hang out and have fun times.
The titles of boyfriend and girlfriend put a stress on a relationship that otherwise works just fine.” -PEFECTLY SAID!
I am thankful for your article and more than that, for your commitment! I hope others will learn from your example!