Introduction: Once singles enter into a serious dating relationship, it's easy to want to rush an engagement along. However, most couples on their wedding day have known each other for more than 3 years prior to that day and were engaged on average for 15 months. 88% of engaged couples end up married with an average attendance at their wedding of 155 people. We believe that you should not base a lifelong commitment on a short term relationship. So, don't feel the need to get engaged and rush things along. Enjoy your time together and continue to build your relationship together in Christ. We believe you should be first complete in Christ before entering into the second most important relationship commitment in your life -- on your wedding day.