This document provides an introduction to practical Christian living as it relates to dating. It discusses how God created humans as social beings and desires relationships leading to marriage. Dating is presented as a means for teenagers to learn how to relate socially and get to know someone of the opposite gender, though dating does not necessarily imply courtship, which refers to the final phase before marriage. The document encourages listening to parents' advice on dating and provides questions for reflection on topics like distinguishing between dating and courtship and learning about another person through dating.