Lesson Principles

Lesson 1: Developing an Eternal Perspective

• An eternal perspective enriches all of life, including our dating and courtship decisions.

Lesson 2: The New and Everlasting Covenant of Marriage

• If we understand and value the new and everlasting covenant of marriage, we will be better able to date and court in a way that keeps us worthy of its sacred promises.

Lesson 3: The Family: A Proclamation to the World

• Understanding the proclamation on the family helps us prepare for eternal marriage.

Lesson 4: The Lord’s Standards for Dating

• Following the Lord’s standards results in greater happiness and protection.

Lesson 5: The Law of Chastity

• Through all our dating and courtship experiences, the law of chastity points the way to peace of mind, lasting security, and happiness.

Lesson 6: Staying Morally Clean

• Happiness and peace of mind come from keeping our lives pure.

Lesson 7: Personal Worthiness and the Blessings of Eternal Marriage

• The Atonement of Jesus Christ makes it possible for us to enjoy the blessings of eternal marriage.

Lesson 8: Overcoming “the Natural Man”

• As we strive to become more like the Savior and overcome the natural man, we become better prepared for dating and a temple marriage.

Lesson 9: Balancing Personal Growth and Responsibility

• Personal growth is a key to building lasting relationships.

Lesson 10: Temporal Preparedness

• Temporal preparedness enhances our ability to build a successful marriage.

Lesson 11: Effective Communication

• Effective communication helps build friendships and strengthen commitment during courtship and marriage.

Lesson 12: Differences Inherent between Men and Women

• Understanding the differences inherent between men and women helps dating couples interact in more Christlike ways.

Lesson 13: Divine Roles and Responsibilities of Men and Women

• Accepting divinely appointed roles and responsibilities in the gospel plan helps us find greater happiness in our relationships.

Lesson 14: True Love

• Understanding love helps us establish and maintain eternal relationships.

Lesson 15: The Search for an Eternal Companion

• Compatibility in key areas is essential to a happy marriage.

Lesson 16: The Decision to Marry and Engagement

• We must involve the Lord in our decision to marry.

Lesson 17: Preparing for the Temple

• Preparation, worthiness, and being receptive to the Spirit help us understand the teachings of the temple and make them a central part of our lives.

Lesson 18: Jesus Christ, the Sure Foundation

• Jesus Christ is the only sure foundation for building eternal relationships.

Lesson 19: Adjusting to Married Life

• Wise preparation for marriage includes foreseeing the need for adjustment.

Lesson 20: Intimacy in Marriage

• Obeying the Lord’s counsel on intimacy helps us have a happy marriage.

Lesson 21: Course Summary: Governing Our Lives by Correct Principles

• Living by gospel principles during dating and courtship strengthens us as we prepare for temple marriage.