Young Love.. ewwww

When I was in the first grade I had a girl friend at church.  She was blonde, and 6 years old.  We kissed under the monkey bars.  Ahhhh, young love.  I thought it would be forever.  We seemed to have that spark that would last.  Dating in the first grade seems a bit premature.  So when is the right age to get into in a serious relationship.  How old is old enough to really fall madly in love?  We can fall in love in the first grade, since God designed us to love.  But that may be a bit young for tying the not.  In the bible, Jacob went looking for a wife when he was ready to get married.  Ok, so maybe some kids date a bit, and keep it light, but sometimes you start dating someone for a long time,  and then your all “I love you.”  So, how young is too young?  Well, a simple question should give you the answer.  Are you ready to get married?  That is, would you get married this year if you met the right person?  Ok, if not, then how old do you want to be when you get married?  Most say about 25.  So if you want to get married at 25, and you only need a year or so to get to know someone, then you can start serious dating at age  23 or 24.  Until then have fun, enjoy your friends, meet different people, and don’t get serious until you are good and ready to get married.  God has a perfect person for you, be patient they will still be available when it is time.  It’s what Jacob did, and he and Rachael made it work.  Oh, and no kissing in the first grade!