In a world where dating has become a game of compromises, mixed signals, and blurred boundaries, 10 Reasons Why I Hate Christian Dating exposes the harsh truths that many believers face when trying to honor their faith in a culture that often contradicts it. Faye Merilien, a seasoned mentor and teacher, delves deeply into the struggles of modern Christian dating, revealing why many find it frustrating, unfulfilling, and even disheartening.

Through personal anecdotes, biblical wisdom, and practical advice, Faye uncovers the top 10 reasons why Christian dating often misses the mark- and more importantly, how you can break free from these pitfalls. This book isn't just about what's wrong with dating in today's culture; it's a guide to transforming your approach and embracing Kingdom principles that lead to healthy, God-honoring relationships.

Whether you're single, dating, or mentoring others in their relationship journeys, this book will challenge your perceptions, renew your hope, and equip you with the tools to navigate the dating scene with faith, purpose, and clarity. Discover how to move beyond cultural norms and into a Kingdom-focused dating experience that honors God, respects yourself, and sets the foundation for a thriving, Christ-centered relationship.

What You'll Learn:

Why traditional dating advice often falls short for Christians, especially because there is no such thing as "Christian Dating"
The hidden dangers of compromising biblical standards for cultural norms and how to overcome.
How to identify and overcome toxic dating patterns in your life.
Practical steps to align your dating life with Kingdom values
The power of patience, prayer, and purpose in finding the right partner
and so much MORE...

Faye Merilien has mentored countless singles and couples, helping them break free from the frustrations of cultural dating and find joy in Kingdom relationships. In this book, she offers a fresh, honest perspective on what it means to date with integrity, faith, and a vision for God's best in your life.

What if your lowest moment was the beginning of your most incredible breakthrough?

At just 23 years old, Faye Merilien found herself homeless, sleeping in a car with her newborn daughter, drowning in shame, and disconnected from her purpose. But what looked like the end was only the beginning. In "From the Shelter to Success," Faye shares her raw, honest, and redemptive journey from rock bottom to radical transformation, revealing how faith, mindset, healing, and obedience transformed her pain into power.

This powerful, faith-based guide is more than a memoir. It's a blueprint for anyone-entrepreneurs, coaches, visionaries, or everyday believers-who is ready to break cycles, rise from struggle, and step into the life God has already prepared for them.

Through ten life-altering chapters, Faye unpacks biblical truths, practical principles, and transparent storytelling to help you:

Come into awareness and take ownership of your story, make decisions that align with your divine assignment, rebuild self-worth and reframe destructive mindsets, heal emotionally, mentally, spiritually, and financially, step boldly into entrepreneurship and purpose
Build a life centered on Christ, wholeness, and abundance

Whether you're stuck in survival mode, recovering from trauma, or simply tired of living beneath your potential, this book will awaken your spirit, elevate your mindset, and equip you to walk in the fullness of your calling.

Your pain is not your identity.

Your story is not over.

Your power is rising.