A reader, from Falls Church, Virginia asked us: "How do I make the most out of pre-engagement counseling?" This is an excellent question and we're happy to cover it. There are several factors which are important to consider when engaging in the pre-engagement counseling process. But, which are the most important factors? Counselor Selection You want to make sure that the counselor(s) you both are choosing have a similar value system to you. If you are Christians and you seek the counsel from a non-Christian, that counsel may not be biblically-consistent. It is also important to … [Read more...]
Why the People who Made Fireproof Endorse Pre-Engagement Counseling
We’re not the only ones who think that pre-engagement counseling is very important. The people who made the movie Fireproof think it’s important too (and if you haven’t seen the movie, we strongly recommend it)! They posted an article on www.fireproofmymarriage.com entitled “The Benefit of Pre-Engagement Counseling.” Check out why they think pre-engagement counseling is significant in preparing for marriage here. You can also check out our pre-engagement counseling services (as well as premarital counseling services)! We’re located in central Virginia; however, whether you live close to … [Read more...]
Pre-Engaged Defined (Is Pre-Engagement Counseling for Me?)
Some of you might be wondering, "What exactly does it mean to be pre-engaged?" We consider pre-engagement to be the period of time when a couple has become seriously interested in pursuing marriage, but they have not yet reached the point of engagement. Relationships often go through these stages, in order: meeting; forming interest; dating; courting, ending with a period of deciding if marriage should be pursued; engagement; and then culminating in marriage. Pre-engagement is the period of decision; it is the fork in the road between, "Do we go our separate ways?" or "Should we move forward … [Read more...]