Are Christian Dating sites appropriate for born again christians looking for a mate or is it taboo and out of the norm?

There isn't a mandate in the word on how to find a mate. The only instruction is how to treat a mate. Normal is subjective and cultural- Check this out:

I got this from a friend-it makes the point:

Top 10 Biblical ways to find a wife

10. Find a prostitute and marry her. (Hosea 1:1-3)

9. Purchase a piece of property, and get a woman as part of the deal. (Ruth 4:5-10)

8. Find an attractive prisoner of war, bring her home, shave her head, trim her nails, and give her new clothes. Then she’s yours. (Deuteronomy 21:11-13)

7. Go to a party and hide. When the women come out to dance, grab one and carry her off to be your wife. (Judges 21:19-25)

6. Cut 200 foreskins off of your future father-in-law’s enemies and get his daughter for a wife. (I Samuel 18:27)

5. Become the emperor of a huge nation and hold a beauty contest. (Esther 2:3-4)

4. Find a man with seven daughters, and impress him by watering his flock. (Exodus 2:16-21)

3. When you see someone you like, go home and tell your parents, “I have seen a woman; now get her for me.” If your parents question your decision, simply say, “Get her for me. She’s the one for me.” (Judges 14:1-3)

2. Agree to work seven years in exchange for a woman’s hand in marriage. Get tricked into marrying the wrong woman. Then work another seven years for the woman you wanted to marry in the first place. That’s right. Fourteen years of toil for a woman. (Genesis 29:15-30)

1. Have God create a wife for you while you sleep. Note: this will cost you a rib. (Genesis 2:19-24)

Whatever your religion, I don't think they're wrong. In today's fast-paced world, we are given gifts (including technology) to better our lives. I think it would actually be a good thing, because on some of the more in-depth dating sites, you'll be able to find someone who has the same kind of thoughts and values as yourself. It might actually wind up more meaningful than just a moment of physical attraction that leads to a relationship where you have NOTHING in common. I think the opportunity to find someone who feels the same ways you do and likes the same things you like is like any other opportunity - an opportunity not taken is an opportunity lost.

I can understand the concerns for Christians with online dating because I used to have them. I was concerned for a few reasons. I grew up thinking that the guy should take all the initiative in a relationship... keep reading →