Episode 35

Red Flags in Christian Dating Ep. 35 | The Basin Podcast

Published on: 17th July, 2026

What are the red flags Christians often overlook while dating?

In this episode of The Basin Podcast, Ejiro and Bus Obayomi have an honest, biblical conversation about the warning signs believers frequently excuse in the name of grace, potential, or emotions. They discuss why character matters more than charisma, how emotional attachment can cloud discernment, and why dating is a season to observe, not to fix someone.

Together, they explore practical questions every Christian should consider before pursuing marriage, including how a person treats others, the importance of personal responsibility, healthy boundaries, and protecting your heart while getting to know someone.

Whether you're single, dating, in courtship, or helping someone navigate relationships, this episode offers biblical wisdom to help you pursue relationships with discernment, maturity, and Christ at the center.

In this episode:

  • Why character is more important than reputation
  • Red flags believers often ignore while dating
  • Why it is not your responsibility to "fix" someone
  • How people treat others reveals how they may eventually treat you
  • The danger of becoming emotionally attached too quickly
  • Recognizing unhealthy patterns in both men and women
  • The importance of maintaining biblical values and boundaries
  • How to date with wisdom while guarding your heart
  • Setting healthy expectations from the very beginning of a relationship

This conversation reminds us that extending grace should never require ignoring wisdom. God's desire is not only that we marry someone who professes faith in Christ, but someone whose life consistently reflects His character.

The Basin Podcast is a Christ-centered podcast with Ejiro Obayomi, calling believers deeper into the knowledge of God, the truth of His Word, and a life transformed by His Spirit.

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The Basin Podcast
The Basin Podcast with Ejiro Obayomi - Deep Truth. Real Growth. Eternal Impact.
The Basin Podcast with Ejiro Obayomi is a Christ centered podcast that calls believers deeper into the knowledge of God, the truth of His Word, and a life transformed by His Spirit.

In a generation filled with noise, opinions, and endless information, this podcast invites you back to the quiet place where God forms hearts, renews minds, and reveals His eternal purposes. Every episode offers biblical teaching, practical wisdom, and Spirit led conversations that challenge cultural assumptions while pointing listeners back to Jesus Christ.

Whether exploring topics like spiritual growth, identity in Christ, marriage, discipleship, worship, purpose, or the coming Kingdom of God, each message is designed to strengthen your faith, deepen your relationship with God, and equip you to live a life rooted in truth.

If you are hungry for more than inspiration and desire genuine transformation through God's Word, this podcast is for you.

New episodes every week.

Topics include:
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Kingdom living
Christian discipleship
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Worship and intimacy with God
Identity and purpose
End times and the Day of the Lord
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