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common in bible times, comes from the first people created, that of Adam and Eve. Our Creator made Adam and then he took a rib from his side, with this He created Eve. God said it wasn't good for Adam to live alone so he created a help mate for him. Adam did not pursue Eve. Eve was taken to Adam by God. In the early christian era, heads of the household, which was the father, selected prospective grooms for the bride, most times the bride never saw the groom until the wedding day, when she was brought to him for the ceremonial wedding and feast. There again, is further proof, the bible does not speak about dating. It is giving us principals to follow. It does not speak against it, however, it does give exact directions relating to marriage. The Bible cannot give us dos' and don't for everything we should do or not do. It does give a principal, that will answer any question you will have as to whether the practice is right or wrong. We are particularly cognizant of young people. They are vulnerable, they do not have the same strength and forbidding that we adults do. They are prey for the adversary, who is the devil. We have to be ever mindful of where they are and what they are doing. Another thing is their association. Peer pressure is almost as bad as the natural desires. Not one of them wants to be called chicken, and they will give in, just to keep the kids from snickering and flapping their wings, like a chicken. Keep on top of what they are doing. Talk with them, keep the lines of communication open. Let them know you love them. Tell them so,"words are a dime a dozen" show them you love them. Teach them about Gods Word, It doesn't have to be religion, the Bible is full of practical advice for everyday living. These are the things that should be hit hard, because it is vital for you child to know and have great respect for what our God has to say. His ways are not burdensome and in the long run, it is the easier way. In conclusion,I would like to give one further evidence from the Bible showing that intercourse before marriage is forbidden.It is found at Deuteronomy 22: 13-21. When the bride was taken into the nuptial chamber, a garment was taken in so that the marks of the blood, of her virginity would give her protection in the event she was charged with lack of virginity, otherwise, she could be stoned to death for having given herself in marriage as a spotless virgin. The practice of keeping the cloth has continued among some peoples in the Middle East until recent times.

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