We are assured in 2 Tim. 3:16 that "All Scripture is given by inspiration of God and is profitable...". In Prov. 4:1 we read, "Hear, ye children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding". Psa. 119:10, 11 shows the desire and interest with which we are to read the Word of God. "With my whole heart have I sought thee: O let me not wander from thy commandments. Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee".
Though finding and dating that "special person" is an exciting and wonderful time, apart from obedience and submission to the precious Word of God, there are real dangers of falling into sin that dishonors the Lord Jesus-sins which may cause tragic shipwreck in the lives of young believers. Because of this it is vital to find those moral principles in the Bible which apply to romantic relationships. Because every word of God is pure, quick (living), and powerful, the Spirit is able to bring from every part of them principles which bear on the individual, unique circumstances of each dear young person.
Let's turn to the very first chapter in the Bible where I believe that the account of creation contains a rich treasure chest of moral principles which can give divine guidance to those who are entering that beautiful and exciting world of courtship. Courtship is not an end in itself-it is but the happy means by which two people are brought into the wonderful relationship of marriage.
God has created the institution of marriage for the enjoyment and blessing of man (and as a beautiful picture of Christ and the church). He has also given instructions and principles intended to guide those who inhabit this wonderful world and the world which leads to it, courtship. These principles are to insure that we might enjoy, in the greatest measure possible, all that God desires for our happiness and blessing (see Gen. 1:22,2:18, and 5:2).