Ep 192: Dating While Called: Challenges, Boundaries & Chemistry with Cesar Delgado, Sam Tenney

We're Going There with Bianca Juarez

That Sounds Fun Network

Christianity, Religion & Spirituality

5.0 • 839 Ratings

🗓️ 15 September 2025

⏱️ 53 minutes

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Summary

Is it possible to date with purpose, passion, and purity—especially when you're serving in ministry? In this fiery and faith-filled episode, I sit down with pastor Cesar Delgado and Sam Tenney of Revere Church, to unpack the real, raw, and sometimes ridiculous world of dating in the church. From awkward DMs to divine delays, we’re talking about what it means to pursue love while staying rooted in your calling. Topics we dive into: Dating while in ministry—what’s sacred, what’s messy, and what’s misunderstood Why values alignment isn’t just cute—it’s critical Communication, clarity, and calling: the triple threat for intentional relationships Boundaries that protect your heart and your holiness The beauty of waiting, healing, and letting God lead your love story Whether you’re single, searching, or just spiritually curious, this episode will challenge you to rethink how you date, who you date, and why your relationship with God must come first. It’s spicy, it’s soulful, and it’s straight-up necessary. Tune in, take notes, and tag your single besties—because this one’s too good to keep to yourself. Show your appreciation to Sam and Cesar by tagging samuel_10e, @cesar_delgado, and me @biancajuarezofficial. Love you, B RESOURCES/LINKS Guests Pastor Cesar Delgado, Associate Pastor, Revere Church Sam Tenney, Guest Experience Director, Revere Church Takeaways The importance of being candid and real in conversations about dating. Dating and relationships can be challenging, especially in ministry contexts. Statistics can reveal the realities of the dating landscape. Values alignment is crucial for successful relationships. Clear communication is essential in dating. Men often struggle with expressing their intentions clearly. Women should also take responsibility for their dating expectations. Dating should be approached with purpose and intention. Personal values should guide relationship decisions. Community support is vital in navigating dating challenges. ⋇ Bianca’s new book Grit Don't Quit: Developing Resilience And Faith When Giving Up Isn't An Option. https://amzn.to/3MO74OC ⋇ The Grit Don’t Quit Bible Study is now available. https://www.biancajuarezofficial.com/gdq ⋇ So grateful to our sponsors! We’re Going There is sponsored by HomeChef - For a limited time, HomeChef is offering my listeners 18 Free Meals PLUS Free Dessert for Life and of course, Free Shipping on your first box! Go to HomeChef.com/GOINGTHERE. Must be an active subscriber to receive free dessert. http://tinyurl.com/WGTHomeChef We're Going There is sponsored by BetterHelp - Visit BetterHelp.com/GOINGTHERE today to get 10% off your first month. http://tinyurl.com/WGTBetterHelp ⋇ Subscribe to We’re Going There on your favorite podcast app so you don’t miss out on any of the great topics and conversations. Don’t forget to leave a loving review! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/were-going-there-with-bianca-juarez-olthoff/id1529509063?uo=4 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RpqUTDQWWKDHt1yLQlMKW ⋇ Visit biancajuarezofficial.com/resources to learn more about books and other resources from Bianca. https://www.biancajuarezofficial.com/resources ⋇ Want to stay connected, join the community today. https://www.biancajuarezofficial.com/ ⋇ WGT email: podcast@inthenameoflove.org ⋇ Youtube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	It's about time because we're going there.
0:03.8	Welcome to another episode of We're Going There.
0:05.8	I'm your host, Bianca Wattis, and today is going to be different.
0:08.9	I feel like I say that often, but now today's really going to be different.
0:12.0	Why?
0:12.4	Because on today's show, I get to bring on not one but two of my coworkers,
0:17.7	team members and pastors here at Revere Church, really grateful to have Cesar Delgado and
0:23.1	Sam Tenney. Welcome to the show, guys. Super excited to be here. Did I hear you say two of your
0:27.6	favorite co-workers? I did not. I did not. But see, this is the tempo that we're starting. See,
0:32.6	already, already, I was a little worried and I told the people who are here recording shout out to the
0:38.8	amazing team that's here to help I already told them my fear is that the podcast listeners are
0:43.0	going to think that I mean or that we are savage because how we talk to each other is literally
0:47.7	like a family people might not understand it but I told them hey I want you to be 100
0:51.4	100% candid and real in this podcast how we talk to each other in real life is how we're going to talk to each other on the podcast. Today's episode is going to be a little bit different. Usually I like to come very prepared. I have an outline. Sometimes I even have like pretty set notes. Why? I want to give an ad value to every single listener. Today's going to be different because I get to talk to family and it's going to be free
1:11.5	flowing.
1:12.0	Why?
1:12.6	Because it's a topic that I am new in or new again in.
1:17.7	And today we're going to be talking about dating and relationships.
1:21.2	But here's the caveat.
1:22.4	Here's the caveat.
1:23.0	Which is why I brought you guys on.
1:24.5	Dating in relationships when you feel like there's a calling on your life.
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