Stop Overlooking These Qualities in Dating (It’s Why You’re Still Single)

Stop letting surface-level assumptions blind you to lasting love.In this episode of The W Podcast, Tim & Pauline unpack the 7 green flags you’re ignoring in dating as a Christian. These are the overlooked qualities that don’t always feel “exciting” at first—like friendship, loyalty, or peace—but actually hold marriages together for the long run.If you’ve ever said things like:“We’re just too good of friends.”“They’re okay, but just not my type.”“Their page is boring.”“They’re a dry texter.”“The chemistry wasn’t there.”…then this video will challenge how you see attraction, help you date with clarity, and remind you what really matters for a godly relationship.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The difference between sparks vs. substance in Christian dating- Why “your type” might be keeping you single longer than necessary- How emotional safety and peace are overlooked signs of attraction- Why social media doesn’t define someone’s real life or walk with God- How God’s standards of love often look different from cultural dating standardsWhy This Matters for Christian Singles:Dating advice often focuses on red flags. But the truth is, many Christian singles are overlooking people who would make great husbands or wives—because the world has discipled us to chase sparks, chemistry, and surface-level attraction.God looks at the heart (1 Samuel 16:7). When you learn to spot green flags, you’ll move from shallow connections to Christ-centered relationships that actually last.