We have always noticed each other from a far. The moments between glances at mutual friend gatherings gave us an idea of familiarity when we had a more formal introduction at the college ministry. The faintness of similarity and how easy topics seemed to flow in conversation, made both of us seem the bear minimum we expected of each other was a great and life-giving friendship. As time went on and I grew in maturity, God had been pruning me and molding me into the man that would’ve been interested by her “John MacArthur Study Bible”. Little did I know, God was doing the same amazing work in her life in such a careful way that when we met intentionally as a date, we seemed to be both nervous yet so comfortable and peaceful with each other’s calm presence. We wanted this to be genuine and God centered, so we took our time to ensure this was holy-spirit driven.

When I met her parents, I must’ve been such a nervous wreck that surely her God-fearing parents would’ve seen the stress I put on myself to be the best for her. Her parents had told her they loved me, and so began our relationship. From then on, moment by moment and hour by hour, I slowly was pulled out of my foolishness, and she was shown to be more and more prepared for the seriousness of a godly relationship. Henceforth, came each passing thought that gave more and more clarity this woman was the one for me. She had said she would sleep under a bridge with me, and she was excited to serve the Lord in His ministry with aspirations of being a servant of God. All this culminating to the day I proposed to my best friend. My encouraging, loving, merciful Hannah. God has His hand on this, and we are excited to invite our family and friends to this wonderful day.

We were in youth group together but never spoke face to face until one night at a worship night the college ministry had. Our first date was at Enoch’s coffee where we talked about our walks with the Lord and our life stories. He was so encouraging to just be spiritually raw and honest. To this day we love to ask each other questions making sure to be “walls down” and honest that helps us encourage each other and ourselves. Then we got to know each other and his personality is amazing and he has always been so fun to talk to.

Right from the start, we had deep biblical conversations and his love for God really drew me in. After many long walks in the park and lunch dates, we prayed and decided to be in a relationship. No matter how many highs and lows that comes our way I am extremely confident and encouraged that God is our cornerstone! Jacob is my best friend and I’m so blessed to have him in my life as a friend and future husband!