Scott has a real dilemma, and he’d love to hear your thoughts. He’s 22 years old, has been with his girlfriend Anna for almost two years, and they’ve wanted to get married for over a year now. Both are committed Christians, have really been seeking God about their relationship, and feel that it’s in God’s plan. And while there’s quite an age gap – (Anna’s  nine years older) – both they and their close friends who know them well, see no reason why they shouldn’t marry.

But here’s the dilemma – Scott’s mother is strongly disapproving. She thinks 22 is far too young for him to be getting married.  

Both his parents are Christians, but his mum doesn’t believe he is mature enough, and thinks he is making a mistake. The family is also from a cultural background where there is a lot of tradition surrounding marriage, and his mum is quite anxious that he marries at the right time, when all the family is ready. She is also upset that Scott spends more time with Anna than with his own family.

She does love her future daughter in law, but she just feels they are rushing into it, and wants him to wait at least another three years.

Scott doesn’t want to force things - he wants everyone to be happy. But in his mind, and his girlfriend’s, three years is a long time to keep waiting.

What do you think he should do?