Three P's

What do going on dates and the Family Proclamation to the world have in common? I loved thinking about that question. When going on a date there are three P's to remember. Planned. Paid for. Paired-off. Its always good to have a plan when going on a date. Don't forget your wallet and be willing to give your attention and time to whom you are going on a date with, In the Family Proclamation there are three P's as well. Husbands and fathers are primarily responsible for Providing, Protecting and Presiding in their home and families.

Guys asking girls on dates is divine because it helps them fulfill their duty as the provider, protector and presider. It gives them experiences before they get married and have families of their own. It can show a girl a lot about a guy by the dates they plan and go on. Is the guy going to be a good provider? Can he show up and have a plan for an enjoyable evening?

It takes three things to get to know someone. 1. Time. It takes about three months to get to know the real person that you are dating and to see them in different situations. 2. Talk. There needs to be mutual self-disclosure. If only one partner is talking the whole time about themselves, the other person doesn't have the same opportunity to get to know him or her. 3. Togetherness. Doing a variety of shared activities can build your friendship, trust and love.

You marry who you date. One of the reasons you date is to eventually find an eternal companion. Eternity is a long time and you want to make sure you are dating is living up to the standards that the Lord has set for each of us.

Its been said before to me that before you decide to get married, you should see your potential spouse in different situations. How do they handle being with kids? What are they like when they are mad, sad, disappointed or happy? Are they temple worthy? Do they know who their home teaching families are?  What types of relationships does they have with their family and parents? How does they treat their mother and family?