Statement of Faith

1. Introduction

Mentor to Marry is a global interdenominational Christian relationship, dating and marriage platform operated by Love, Dating and Marriage Ministries, a non-profit organisation registered in Nigeria.

Mentor to Marry exists to equip Christians for healthy relationships, wise courtship and Christ-centred marriages through biblical teaching, mentoring, community, accountability and meaningful connection.

This Statement of Faith establishes the biblical beliefs, values and principles that underpin the platform, its services, community standards, educational content, mentoring programmes and matching services.

By joining the platform, members acknowledge and agree to respect and abide by this Statement of Faith.

2. The Holy Scriptures

We believe that the Holy Bible, consisting of the Old and New Testaments, is the inspired, authoritative and trustworthy Word of God.

We believe that Scripture is the final authority for Christian faith, conduct, relationships, marriage and discipleship.

We seek to apply biblical principles faithfully and responsibly throughout Mentor to Marry's teachings, services and community life.

3. God

We believe in one God, eternally existing in three Persons:

God the Father;

God the Son; and

God the Holy Spirit.

We believe that these three Persons are equal in power, glory and authority and together constitute the one true God.

4. Jesus Christ

We believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, fully God and fully man.

We believe that:

He was conceived by the Holy Spirit;

He was born of the Virgin Mary;

He lived a sinless life;

He died for the sins of humanity;

He rose bodily from the dead;

He ascended into heaven; and

He will return again in glory.

We believe that Jesus Christ is Lord and Saviour and the only mediator between God and humanity.

5. Salvation

We believe that salvation is the free gift of God, available through faith in Jesus Christ.

We believe that every person stands in need of God's grace and forgiveness.

We believe that salvation is received through repentance and faith and not through human effort, merit or works.

We believe that all believers are called to continual spiritual growth and Christ-like living.

6. The Holy Spirit

We believe that the Holy Spirit indwells, guides, teaches, equips and empowers believers.

We believe that the Holy Spirit enables Christians to develop spiritual maturity, wisdom, self-control and Christ-like character.

7. Human Dignity

We believe that every human being is created in the image of God and therefore possesses inherent dignity, worth and value.

We are committed to treating all people with kindness, respect, compassion and honour.

Harassment, bullying, intimidation, abuse and degrading treatment of others are inconsistent with Christian teaching and are not permitted within the Mentor to Marry community.

8. God's Design for Humanity

We believe that God created humanity as male and female.

We believe that biological sex forms part of God's created design.

We believe that men and women possess equal dignity, equal value and equal worth before God.

Mentor to Marry's educational content, matching framework, community standards and relationship guidance are founded upon this biblical understanding of humanity.

9. The Church

We believe that the Church is the body of Christ consisting of all believers.

We encourage members to be actively involved in a Bible-believing local church where they can worship, serve, receive discipleship and be accountable to other Christians.

As an interdenominational platform, Mentor to Marry welcomes Christians from different church traditions who affirm the essential truths of the Christian faith and engage respectfully with other believers.

10. Christian Unity

Mentor to Marry is an interdenominational Christian platform that welcomes believers from different church traditions and backgrounds.

We recognise that faithful Christians may hold differing views on certain secondary theological matters, including church governance, baptism, spiritual gifts, communion and other non-essential doctrines.

While members may differ on such issues, all members are expected to engage with one another in a spirit of Christian love, humility, grace and mutual respect.

Mentor to Marry is not intended to serve as a forum for theological division or denominational disputes but as a community united around the essential truths of the Christian faith and a shared desire to honour God in relationships and marriage.

11. Relationships, Courtship and Marriage

We believe that relationships should honour God and reflect biblical values.

We believe that healthy Christ-centred relationships are characterised by:

Faith;

Love;

Integrity;

Honesty;

Commitment;

Mutual respect;

Self-control;

Accountability;

Faithfulness; and

Emotional maturity.

We believe that marriage is a sacred covenant established by God and ordained for the lifelong union of one man and one woman.

We believe that marriage is intended to reflect Gods love, faithfulness, commitment, sacrifice and mutual support.

We believe that courtship and romantic relationships should be pursued prayerfully, responsibly and in accordance with biblical principles.

Mentor to Marry exists to support Christians in developing healthy Christ-centred relationships that may lead to marriage.

12. Christian Accountability

We believe that healthy Christian relationships flourish within a framework of discipleship, accountability and local church community.

We encourage members to seek wisdom, prayer, pastoral support and godly counsel throughout the course of their relationships and decision-making.

While Mentor to Marry provides teaching, mentoring, community and opportunities for connection, members remain responsible for their own decisions and are encouraged to involve trusted spiritual mentors, church leaders and accountability partners where appropriate.

13. Christian Connection and Matching

We believe that meaningful relationships are ultimately guided by God, prayer, wisdom and personal responsibility.

The matching, recommendation and introduction services provided by Mentor to Marry are intended to facilitate connections between Christians who share similar values, beliefs and relationship goals.

These tools are designed to support relationship discovery and community engagement but do not guarantee:

Compatibility;

Mutual interest;

Courtship;

Engagement;

Marriage; or

Relationship success.

Members are encouraged to exercise wisdom, discernment and prayerful consideration in all interactions and relationship decisions.

14. Christian Character

We believe that followers of Christ are called to demonstrate:

Love;

Integrity;

Humility;

Honesty;

Respect;

Purity;

Compassion;

Kindness;

Forgiveness;

Faithfulness; and

Self-control.

Members are expected to display these qualities in their interactions with other members both online and offline.

15. Integrity and Truthfulness

We believe that trust is essential to healthy relationships.

Members are expected to provide truthful and accurate information concerning:

Their identity;

Their age;

Their sex at birth;

Their marital status;

Their church or regular place of Christian fellowship;

Their location; and

Other material profile information.

Impersonation, deception, catfishing, fraudulent conduct and deliberate misrepresentation are incompatible with the values of Mentor to Marry.

16. Purity and Conduct

Mentor to Marry seeks to foster an environment that honours God and promotes healthy Christian relationships.

The platform maintains a zero-tolerance approach to:

Pornography;

Explicit sexual content;

Nude or sexually explicit images;

Sexually explicit messaging;

Sexual harassment;

Exploitation;

Abuse;

Fraud;

Catfishing; and

Predatory behaviour.

Members are expected to maintain appropriate boundaries and communicate in a manner that reflects Christian values and respect for others.

17. Membership Principles

Mentor to Marry is a Christian platform designed for Christians seeking Christ-centred relationships and marriage.

Participation in the platform is restricted to individuals who:

Are at least 25 years of age;

Identify as Christians;

Agree to respect this Statement of Faith;

Agree to comply with the Terms of Use and Community Guidelines; and

Provide accurate profile information and membership details.

Membership is intended for Christians seeking Christ-centred relationships and marriage. Members must participate honestly, respectfully and in good faith and must not use the platform for casual encounters, deceptive purposes, financial exploitation, harassment or activities inconsistent with the Mission, Values and Statement of Faith of Mentor to Marry.

For participation in matching services, members must accurately disclose their marital status.

Permitted marital status categories are:

Never Married;

Divorced; or

Widowed.

Misrepresentation of marital status or identity may result in suspension or permanent removal from the platform.

18. Our Mission

Our mission is to equip Christians worldwide for healthy relationships, wise courtship and Christ-centred marriages by combining:

Biblical teaching;

Mentoring;

Accountability;

Christian community;

Relationship education; and

Meaningful connection opportunities.

We seek to cultivate a global Christian community where singles can grow in faith, character, emotional maturity and relationship readiness while pursuing marriage in a manner that honours God.

Through education, mentoring, community and matching services, we aim to help members build relationships founded upon biblical principles, mutual respect, shared faith and Christian commitment.

Member Affirmation

By creating an account, purchasing a membership, enrolling on a course or otherwise participating in Mentor to Marry, members confirm that they:

Identify as Christians;

Are aged 25 years or over;

Have read this Statement of Faith;

Agree to respect and uphold its principles;

Accept that Mentor to Marry operates from a biblical understanding of relationships, human identity and marriage;

Agree that marriage is a covenant between one man and one woman;

Will provide truthful information regarding their identity and marital status; and

Will comply with all platform policies, terms, guidelines and standards.