DAILY TEXT, Monday, April 20, 2026. Let no one seek his own benefit, but that of others (1 Cor. 10:24).

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Monday, April 20, 2026

Let no one seek his own benefit, but the benefit of others (1 Cor. 10:24).

How long should you observe someone before telling them you are interested? If you tell them too soon, they may think you are impulsive (Prov. 29:20). But if they notice your interest and you take too long to tell them, they may think you are indecisive (Eccl. 11:4). Remember, to express your interest in someone, you don't need to be convinced that you will marry that person. But you do need to be convinced that you are ready for marriage and that this person could be the right one for you. What if you notice that someone is interested in you? What can you do? If you don't feel the same way, try to make that clear by your actions. It would be very inconsiderate to let them get their hopes up if deep down there is no possibility (Eph. 4:25). w24.05 22, 23 pars. 9, 10

What should be taken into account in places where the customs mentioned in the paragraph exist?

In some places, parents or other adult relatives are expected to choose a single person’s husband or wife. In other places, family or friends take on the task of finding a suitable partner for the single man or woman and then arrange for them to meet and see if they are compatible. If we are asked to do either of these things, we should consider the preferences and needs of both individuals. If we feel we have found a good match for our friend or relative, we should try to learn as much as possible about their personality, qualities, and, above all, their spirituality. A close friendship with Jehovah is far more important than money, education, or social standing. In any case, let us not forget that the final decision to marry or not to marry must be made by the single man or woman. (Gal. 6:5)

If you'd like to start a relationship with someone, how can you tell them?

If you would like to start a relationship with someone, how can you tell them? Perhaps you could have a conversation with that person, for example, in a public place, by calling them on the phone, or by making a video call. Tell them clearly that you are interested in them and would like to get to know them better (1 Cor. 14:9). If they say they need to think about it, give them time (Prov. 15:28). And if they reply that they are not interested, respect their feelings.

What can you do if someone tells you they are interested in you? (Colossians 4:6).

What can you do if someone tells you they are interested in you? Keep in mind that it took courage for them to tell you how they feel, so treat them with kindness and respect (read Colossians 4:6). If you need time to think about it, tell them. However, try to respond as soon as possible (Prov. 13:12). If you don't want to date that person, tell them tactfully and clearly. A brother in Austria named Hans explains what he did when a sister told him she wanted to get to know him better: “I gently made it clear that I wasn't interested. I did this immediately so as not to give her false hope. And for the same reason, I was very careful about how I treated her from then on.” On the other hand, if you are interested in starting a relationship with that person, talk to them about your feelings and what you hope the courtship will be like. Depending on culture and other factors, expectations can vary greatly.

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