Is God Waiting to Give You a Marriage Until You Reconnect with Him?

Why is God waiting to give you the marriage you desire? What is delaying you from receiving the blessing of marriage from God? Here are 4 signs that mean God is waiting for you to reconnect with him before he will bless you with a relationship or a marriage.
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  • @oscarbermudez8620
    @oscarbermudez86202 жыл бұрын

    I'm not gonna lie all of this following Jesus is hard and confusing, I may fall,but I will never quit!!

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    Stay in the word. He will sustain you!

  • @JoyceDudav

    @JoyceDudav

    2 жыл бұрын

    AMEN 🙏

  • @gospelreign3611

    @gospelreign3611

    2 жыл бұрын

    The righteous may fall seven times but he still gets back up.

  • @nigerianprincess777

    @nigerianprincess777

    2 жыл бұрын

    I agree. I’m struggling

  • @nighthawk2k337

    @nighthawk2k337

    2 жыл бұрын

    The hardest journey we will ever have…

  • @carola6149
    @carola61492 жыл бұрын

    "You should not seek to honor God so He will give you a great relationship. You should seek to have a great relationship as a way of bringing honor to God"

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    Amen!

  • @dirtcop11
    @dirtcop112 жыл бұрын

    Don't get close to God just to get married, get close to God so your relationship with Him will bring what He has ordained for you. There is more to life than just getting married. When you are mature enough to be content with what God gives you, you will not be disappointed with the future. Too many people get angry with God when they don't get something that they have prayed for and think that they now 'deserve' that blessing.

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    Point 4 talks about this :)

  • @Aaron-mp9sy
    @Aaron-mp9sy2 жыл бұрын

    The grass tends to be greener on the other side of the fence. Enjoy your celibate life if you are celibate. Enjoy your marriage if you are married. I have spent half my life being single and another half in marriage. Both are awesome.

  • @sonofskyrim1331
    @sonofskyrim13312 жыл бұрын

    I herd a saying once, that some people marry because they feel lonely, & then after the wedding they still feel lonely. God brought Adam & Eve together to compliment each other, and not to replace himself, for only he totally fulfills us.

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    Amen!

  • @sarahkoestler5072

    @sarahkoestler5072

    2 жыл бұрын

    Amen! That's a good word and truth!

  • @lotsoflovetiff3589
    @lotsoflovetiff35892 жыл бұрын

    Perfect timing . I do believe my relationship with God reflects how my relationship could possibly be with a spouse, it’s definitely time to take my relationship with God more serious. I know that I do not want anything outside of the will of God. Thanks for sharing. 🙏🏾

  • @Ms6footer

    @Ms6footer

    2 жыл бұрын

    Amen to that!

  • @d0l0might
    @d0l0might2 жыл бұрын

    I needed to hear this...thanks for everything you do to biblically help us in our singleness. Please pray for me as I'm really struggling with being single.

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    God bless as you seek the Lord!

  • @sarahkoestler5072

    @sarahkoestler5072

    2 жыл бұрын

    I am struglling with it as well being that I am 40, never married, no kids and been a believer for almost 6 years now. It is true what Mark said though about seeking a relationship that honors the Lord rather than (for me) seeking a relationship to fulfill a void or out of fear of being alone. You are not alone in your struggles, He hears you and knows the true desires of your heart.

  • @jimmyryalsii4333
    @jimmyryalsii43332 жыл бұрын

    omg...I need to repent and turn my focus back to Him. THAT'S why I haven't been blessed with a solid Christian wife, yet. Thanks again, Mark! I'm going through a season of painful maturing right now, and it's like every time you come out with a new video, it's exactly what I needed to hear at that point. I've been so depressed thinking that I'll never find the one, never be married. I'm 35, and still no wife. My focus has been on that instead of God. Thanks for the timely message in this video, Mark. I'm definitely going to stay t

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    So glad it was timely Jimmy! God bless!

  • @101runaways

    @101runaways

    Жыл бұрын

    I think it might be the same for me. I think we both have an idol to knock down and its very hard for me to not be obsessed with getting a boyfriend etc cuz for one being 32 and never had a relationship is very painful and two Iv been hurting and thinking about it all the time for so many years I don't know how to function any other way. I know that's not good. Im stuck on how can I follow Jesus without the motivation of okay if I put God first Ill get what I want.....Struggle is real bro

  • @tonyibraham5931
    @tonyibraham59312 жыл бұрын

    In my divorce, things fell apart because God was not the center of our relationship. When we started dating there were signs we were not on the same page but I ignored it and hoped for change. We all have our issues that need work, but I learned too late that not all tgings are equal. When it comes to a marriage that honors God, if one person is not as interested in reading the Bible or walking with Christ in general, only 2 things typically happen. You pull them in step or they pull you out of step. Best way to avoid those issues is to make sure to guard your heart and make sure you have the same values when it comes to your walk. Just to be clear, plenty of bme to go around in the failed marriage, but the main issue will always be where Christ was in relation to our hearts and relationship. I pray nobody who reads this will fall into similar situations. God bless you all.

  • @sarahkoestler5072

    @sarahkoestler5072

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this reminder as that is my biggest fear; to be that wife alone in church. I have no problem being there alone now, even right dead center front row, however, if/when i do get married I want my husband to be there with me not excusing service with "better things to do" or negotiating tithing, serving our community...etc. So, yes, you are right, it is important to be equally yoked and on the same values and beliefs as your potential spouse before marriage.

  • @tonyibraham5931

    @tonyibraham5931

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@sarahkoestler5072 thankful I have helped. God bless you.

  • @misslinda772
    @misslinda7722 жыл бұрын

    I’ve been married. It was hard. I’ve been single. It was hard too. …. I just want to learn to be happy in whatever circumstances I’m in. …. Thank you.

  • @errands2run950
    @errands2run9502 жыл бұрын

    Well…before I decided to scroll through YT this evening, I was having a pity party and I literally just prayed for God to help me to be where I need to be so that he will bless me with a spouse. While I’m discouraged to know that I’m not ready (because all of these applied to me) at least I know God lead me to this video to help me see that my relationship with him is what’s important no matter what. I am thankful for the message. I’m just as bummed as I would be if my parents told me no to protect me 🤣 but I know God is right and I will find comfort in that truth

  • @iamgoddessoflove
    @iamgoddessoflove2 жыл бұрын

    If someone truly wants you, they will show it through actions, how effective their communication is, their vibe, body language and how they treat you. If you have to constantly ask yourself if someone is into you or not, they act hot and cold towards you, then most likely, they're not! 💙KZreadr That Helps People Overcome Toxic Relationships

  • @nakiflo

    @nakiflo

    2 жыл бұрын

    Amen! Amen! yes! the Consistency. The truth. If their truth is lies? it will come out eventually! It will come out! nothing can hide! So I have learned better not to lie or be dishonest already at the first place. dont be a taker either. Amen!

  • @RequanHardy
    @RequanHardy2 жыл бұрын

    You really had to drop all the right videos after my break. God is always on time with you Mark!

  • @Dominique632
    @Dominique6322 жыл бұрын

    I'm trying to reconnect with God after 5 years, and it's one of the hardest things ever. No one ever taught me to have a relationship with God like he is your best friend, but also your God and saviour. I just always read the Bible and prayed mindlessly because my parents told me I have to and I thought that's what's Christianity is all about. But I've finally figured that I must have a relationship with God, not only should I know Him, but He must know ME!

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    God bless! Keep pursuing him! I hope you also have a good church to help disciple you :)

  • @Chiblemino95
    @Chiblemino952 жыл бұрын

    Following Jesus Christ most times is confusing but truth is, life will surely unravel itself all in due time and when your time comes you just can’t help but be grateful for all the difficult seasons of your life.

  • @queensilvia7708
    @queensilvia77082 жыл бұрын

    This is so perfect timing ⏱ Thank you God!

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    So glad!

  • @alekhorsman6972

    @alekhorsman6972

    2 жыл бұрын

    Agreed I needed this

  • @mitchac123
    @mitchac1232 жыл бұрын

    I was impatient and went ahead without God's guidance. The relationship was very short and stressful. It started out as a very good friendship and my hastiness drove it to a wall. I have a void and I keep filling it with what I thought would satisfy it. God knows what we need and He wants us to find fulfillment in Him.

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    Amen, only God can fill the void

  • @sarahkoestler5072

    @sarahkoestler5072

    2 жыл бұрын

    So true and at times that i fail, over and over I then condem myself asking why can't God just be enough!? But the flesh is weak and there are times when companionship and conversation with another person is needed, just with healthy boundaries, as I am still learningand implementing.

  • @darkflowerchild8620

    @darkflowerchild8620

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@sarahkoestler5072 This is so me and I really appreciate you saying this cause I couldn't put into words how I was feeling. Thank you so much for sharing! I think something broke and gave me clarity!🙏🏿❤

  • @aari8350
    @aari83502 жыл бұрын

    Wow this was such a great, great video. I can tell I’ve matured so much spiritually because I’ve been meditating on these points myself, even before I saw this video. Thanks for sharing. I can tell God is doing a great work in my life

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    Amen, so glad to hear that!

  • @darianbroomfield8361
    @darianbroomfield83612 жыл бұрын

    All of these 4 things spoke to me alot I’ve longed to get married and have been single for 8 years but now I’m trying to seek god first above my desire to get married and place him first in my heart soul and body and mind I want to grow with god in faith more and better my walk with god more so I’m trying to mature more spiritually with god and seek him and the heavenly kingdom first above everything else and desire god first above everything not just because I want to find love and get married but because I have been praying to god and seeking him in the wrong way asking for things while I’m praying and I’m wanting to change that and pray to him everyday and ask him to please improve my walk with him more and help me to seek him more in my heart and spirit and body more and place him in my heart desire’s first above other things 🙏🏾

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    So glad this was relevant content for you, God bless as you keep seeking the Lord

  • @Arcanon10
    @Arcanon102 жыл бұрын

    The assertion that a person would be kept in perpetual singleness because they have to "learn a lesson" or because they need to "grow spiritually" is a dangerous and foolish notion. No one, at any time, has ever been good enough to "deserve" or "earn" anything from God. Every blessing, including marriage, is a gift of His mercy and love and grace. We do not deserve or earn anything. That being said, it is in no way wrong to encourage believers to grow in spiritual maturity such that they bear more fruit in their lives, assuredly. Yet there is little, if any, scriptural support for the notion that spiritual maturity is necessarily linked to the receiving of earthly blessings. Spiritual maturity will not guarantee a spouse or health or earthly happiness. I know spiritually mature Christians who have remained painfully unmarried for years upon years (despite longing and praying for a spouse) while other, less mature, carnally-minded Christians already have spouses and are enjoying all the benefits of such a relationship. I've seen Christians who, out of obedience to God, have remained virgins into their late 30's or 40's without ever being blessed with a spouse while "born again virgins" are married by 24. I've seen men who have lived lives of sexual excess, pornography addiction, drug and alcohol abuse, become saved (praise the Lord for that) and then get married to beautiful, godly Christian women .... all by age 25. Yet in the same church, there are men in their late 30's and 40's who have never had sex, have never been drunk or have done drugs, who have strived to grow in righteousness, but who are never even given a chance at marriage. So they suffer years upon years of loneliness, a lack of intimacy and affection, the fear of never having a family of their own, and the seemingly never-ending battle for sexual purity from which their is no escape and no relief that is not categorically sinful. But the guy who lived most of his life NOT being patient gets to have the beautiful wife and all the pleasures and joys and blessings that come with it, right? Did that guy have his spiritual priorities strait? Did he learn God's lessons? Did he "reconnect" with God right before being blessed with a wife? Why was he not chastised for his years of selfishness and sinfulness? Why was he able to go from wicked sexuality to blessed sexuality without suffering a prolonged season of "singleness and celibacy." I knew a guy who regularly slept with prostitutes for heaven's sake. I thank the Lord that he was saved by God's grace, yes. But he got married before other, far more spiritually mature Christians who have remained virgins to honor the Lord? If your response is to accuse me of being judgemental, I am not trying to be. I am merely pointing out the apparent disconnect that we would not expect to find if God's blessings were directly and uniformly linked to our particular level of sanctification. Attempting to define such a thing as a concrete principle is little more than putting God in a box of our own carnal morality and sense of self-worth. The most sanctified Christians I know have suffered the most ... in singleness, from cancer, from horrific abuse, and from persecution. Conversely, some of the most spiritually immature Christians I know have suffered very little and have had blessings showered upon them with seemingly little spiritual effort or blood spilt. Why is this so? Simply stated, it is because the Lord is sovereign over our lives and our paths are established by His hand and for His purpose. Furthermore, this absurd notion that "if you are unhappy in singleness you will never be happy in marriage" must be challenged. It has some elements of truth in it, yes. But to say it as though it is a guaranteed rule implies that singles who are struggling and suffering with truly prolonged singleness are at fault for daring to feel unhappiness or discontentment. The issue is that even for a Christian who has Christ as their rock and refuge and Savior, loneliness is nonetheless painful; a lack of romantic intimacy is nonetheless painful; a lack of companionship is nonetheless painful; a lack of any sexual outlet that is not sinful is nonetheless maddeningly frustrating and painful. Feeling the pain of these things does not mean marriage is an idol or that you don't have your relationship right with God or that Christ isn't the rock and foundation of your joy. Being content in Christ speaks to an eternal joy, not necessarily a temporal happiness. We can be joyful in suffering, as Paul taught. But there is a difference between joy and happiness. It is not a sin to hate suffering. It is a sin to hate God because of suffering. Experiencing the pain and frustration of singleness is like sitting in the dark. Christ will prove Himself to be the only light in this darkness. But it is still a darkness that, by the grace and will of God, one must endure. Simply asserting that, "if you are unhappy as a single person, Christ must not be the center of your life," wreaks of an inexperience that comes from never having felt the weight of suffering. And asserting that there are married people who are unhappy and wish they were single has no bearing on the issue whatsoever. Just because there are bad marriages in which spiritually immature people hurt each other and cause unhappiness does not mean that a good, Christ-centered marriage cannot drastically sooth the pain a person bears during the time unwanted, truly prolonged singleness. This is like saying that eating will not solve starvation because some people who do eat do so irresponsibly and therefore cause themselves health problems. The two issues are not related. There is, of course, pain and deprivation that comes with truly prolonged singleness. To suggest that a person who bears the pain of going to bed alone every night without the comfort, love, affection, support, and intimacy of a God-given, God-ordained spouse will somehow NOT feel less pain when such a beautiful blessing is given to them is simply ludicrous on its face. If you are saying that bad, ungodly, selfish, and sinful marriages won't make a person happy, you are correct. But a loving, God-honoring, Christ-centered, intimate, beautiful marriage? To suggest that such a blessing would not be an antidote to the unhappiness of singleness is wrong. Regardless, God is in control. We walk in faith, whatever our path, and wait on His steadfast love ... even when, or rather I should say especially when, everything hurts and seems to be worsening. Micah 7:8 ... "Though I sit in darkness, the LORD will be my light."

  • @juliabentley8022

    @juliabentley8022

    Жыл бұрын

    Very very well said. I appreciate this more than you know. We live in a fallen world. If we tell the Lord use me entirely and fully, He will. It will hurt. Look at Paul for example.

  • @Arcanon10

    @Arcanon10

    Жыл бұрын

    @@juliabentley8022 Yes indeed. You are exactly right in this. God will often lead us down paths that are wrought with suffering. And the paths of faith are often covered in tears. Spurgeon wrote that "when we cannot trace God's hand, we must trust His heart." There are indeed times when having faith requires more than merely "waiting on God," though that is assuredly part of it. The more difficult and agonizing practice of faith comes when we must trust in His character during the seemingly brutal rejection of our hopes and desires and prayers. I am reminded of a certain part in the book "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe," by C.S. Lewis, where the children are talking to the beavers and are told that they will soon meet Aslan, who is a lion. Shaken by fear at the prospect of meeting a lion, they ask if Aslan is "safe." The beavers laugh and say, "Safe? Of course he isn't safe; He's not a tame lion. But He is good." The only real answer to the problem of suffering in our lives is found in God's character. Even our fear of God Himself and of what He may ask us to do or command us to suffer must all be reconciled to His character. "Though He slay me, I will hope in Him." (Job 13:15) But even when, by grace, we are able to ground ourselves in the firm foundation of God's goodness, justice, mercy, love, and sovereignty .... the task of "being slain" remains unpleasant. Yet as in all things, Christ is our example. Christ was "slain" by God's justice and mercy, was He not? And knowing this, knowing what He would suffer, and weeping over it ... He nonetheless prayed, "not My will, but Yours be done" and obeyed. We must also, by God's grace and strength, do the same.

  • @Claudia-yc8xk
    @Claudia-yc8xk2 жыл бұрын

    I needed this ! I don't know if it's a coincidence or not but this has been my prayer. I'm trying to draw closer to God not to gain a relationship/marriage but to literally be walking beside him everyday, but the wait to soooooo hard honestly you go back and forth, alot of tears and frustration but I pray it will be worth it in the end ❤️

  • @sarahkoestler5072

    @sarahkoestler5072

    2 жыл бұрын

    Same!!! Every morning I start the day in prayer and with the best of intentions...then, I step out into the world and it seems like everyone else is coupled up and I am still alone and I keep asking God "WHY!?" what am i doing wrong or what am I missing and it is a cycle that seems to be on repeat, and, as I type this it sounds like exactly the scheme of the enemy...I don't know what your cycle is like but it's a merry-go-round that isn't so merry and there is a stopping point, the Lord always offers us a way out if we look....

  • @Claudia-yc8xk

    @Claudia-yc8xk

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@sarahkoestler5072 I completely completely understand how you feel cause I'm going through the same thing. It very difficult and it's a lonely process aswell. I pray, cry, get myself together, praise God, start to enjoy my singleness, see a couple pass me that look in love, cry, ask God why and cry 🤣 I really pray that in a few years from now we will come back to this point in life and thank God for this season. Ask God for strength and ask him to guard your heart till he sends you the right person 🤍 Let's try and enjoy this season as much as we can in the Lord xx

  • @freedomeagle8559
    @freedomeagle85592 жыл бұрын

    No you’re right it is my problem, I keep going back and forth, one day I’m praying all day and I can do well for a few days but then I get into trouble by giving into my temptations. I want to get married its really important to me. But I’ll get closer to God

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    Psalm 51 is helpful

  • @sarahkoestler5072

    @sarahkoestler5072

    2 жыл бұрын

    It's almost like an alcoholic that's on the wagon then off again, for me. I am learning to accept the things I cannot change, forgive others and myself and truly receive God's mercy for the "mistakes" I make rather than let the enemy use those fiery darts as amo to shoot me down.

  • @Ms6footer
    @Ms6footer2 жыл бұрын

    Great message. I agree 100%

  • @amy-leescott6061
    @amy-leescott60612 жыл бұрын

    You surely hit the nail right on the head! May God bless your ministry Mark!

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    So glad this was useful! God bless!

  • @Jossyj_Gtylor
    @Jossyj_Gtylor2 жыл бұрын

    Great message..God's timing always the best

  • @dianagentile7636
    @dianagentile76362 жыл бұрын

    Well stated Brother Mark All in Divine Timing ⏱ God first ☝🏽in ur Union Stay Blessed Always 🙏🏽🙏🏼🙏🏽❤️❤️❤️‼️‼️

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    God bless!

  • @MAC-cc1me
    @MAC-cc1me2 жыл бұрын

    Such great reminders, you always post right on time. Thank you Mark and God bless you!

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you like them! God bless you too!

  • @sinishaji8100
    @sinishaji81002 жыл бұрын

    Did you have me in mind while you put down all this? If God isn't the center of our life then nothing will satisfy you..Truth!

  • @fredmaekwale8977
    @fredmaekwale89772 жыл бұрын

    thank you I really appreciated you for the lessons I learned from this video. To God be the glory great thing he has done..

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    Amen, all glory to God!

  • @jasmineestafia
    @jasmineestafia2 жыл бұрын

    Love this! Your videos are really helping me stay strong in singleness!

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    So glad!

  • @christophercoupe5006
    @christophercoupe50062 жыл бұрын

    Great vid Mark, I think your best yet and very timely!!

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    So glad you are enjoying the content!

  • @mustafadoaa1788
    @mustafadoaa17882 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing all this wisdom, I really needed to hear that!

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    So glad it was helpful!

  • @shellywrld
    @shellywrld2 жыл бұрын

    I need this since me and this girl talked for a while then we stopped because we decided to focus on our relationship with God. I really do genuinely love her for who she is and I do see something because I feel for her when she talked about Bible study and I just looked at her but more I was listening and her spirit was bright. I don’t want to rush it right now and I told her that I am not rushing it because God knows what he will do everything will just fall into place but I also need to make my moves when he tells me to do so. I just want to grow with her with God in the middle and infront of everything we do. I am also 17 and it’s great that I found this channel and Mark I wish and pray that I could talk to you 1 on 1 because I have a lot to share. Great video you have helped me a lot.

  • @SaviorandLord
    @SaviorandLord2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing this Biblical-based wisdom with us, brother, this video is full of gems. God bless, and keep up the excellent work!

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    God bless you too!

  • @darkflowerchild8620
    @darkflowerchild86202 жыл бұрын

    Mark, thank you. GOD BLESS you MIGHTILY and abundantly always...you have NO IDEA how much I needed this and timely it is. Help me FATHER GOD TO WAIT ON YOU YET FOREVER KEEP MY FOCUS ON YOU AND YOU ALONE FIRST, FOREMOST, AND ALWAYS, IN JESUS' NAME, AMEN!!!

  • @jamesjohnson6561
    @jamesjohnson65612 жыл бұрын

    Awesome

  • @jenniferchun5496
    @jenniferchun54962 жыл бұрын

    WOW Thank you so much 🙏🏻👍😍

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    Muy pleasure!

  • @MCharlerySmith
    @MCharlerySmith2 жыл бұрын

    Some great points here, including the scriptures, Mark. Regarding #3, I think it's important for more married Christians to humbly and prayerfully conduct more deliberate, open engagement with mature, unmarried Christians to gain wisdom from their sacrificial lives. The online ministry community is filled with young, married couples and eventually the words of "celibacy" can just sound hollow if it isn't backed up by those who really the walk the walk.

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    The local church is needed for this :)

  • @sarahkoestler5072

    @sarahkoestler5072

    2 жыл бұрын

    YES!!! Thank you, that is so true. I am 40, single, never been married and at my church it's all about "young adults" or the "married couples" so those in between that are struggling with being single, older and newer to the faith tend to not have strong supportive community to talk aboiut and discuss what it is like to be in this season. I am trying to change that, locally...for now, there is still youtube, lol!

  • @Michael-mj2hg
    @Michael-mj2hg2 жыл бұрын

    Amen, to the last point!

  • @shalomleftismisalie3470
    @shalomleftismisalie34702 жыл бұрын

    Aye, it's so hard! Thank You Father God, please help us overcome our anxieties, our Yeshuah, draw us closer to You again. God bless you. You have no idea how, people like us , needed this!

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    God bless!

  • @charmq777
    @charmq7772 жыл бұрын

    Thank you...always timely! Gbu

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    God bless you too!

  • @Zayithyah
    @Zayithyah2 жыл бұрын

    Each statement you mentioned is on-point. No kicking around the bush, even how different man and women tick/think. Been pondering as well, if marriage is something Abba YaHUaH wills, as we are now at the end times. Some would say that it’s no time to seek marriage and having children..

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    This may help: kzread.info/dash/bejne/gaeKuraSdZjNk6Q.html

  • @dedeag9300
    @dedeag93002 жыл бұрын

    Thank you

  • @Christ-Made
    @Christ-Made2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Mark 🙏🏾

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    My pleasure!

  • @elgiejohnson2411
    @elgiejohnson24112 жыл бұрын

    Thank you and may God bless you.

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    God bless you too!

  • @lauramartinez4124
    @lauramartinez41242 жыл бұрын

    Amen 🙌🏼

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    God bless!

  • @winniethepooh2690
    @winniethepooh26902 жыл бұрын

    Praise the Lord! 🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    Amen!

  • @validdreams6785
    @validdreams67852 жыл бұрын

    Thank you that is helpful.

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    God bless!

  • @DPLmainYT
    @DPLmainYT2 жыл бұрын

    That is it.. Glory to God in the Highest

  • @DPLmainYT

    @DPLmainYT

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks 🙏🏽 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 for this video

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    Amen! All glory to God!

  • @trevorfrayne6418
    @trevorfrayne64182 жыл бұрын

    I love the content in this video. And this does speak and confirm some things to me. I am content with being single, most of the time. I do desire to be married at times. And God could be waiting on me to connect with him more closely. Honestly, I think it's a safe assumption as long as I don't see the result of being married to be the only possible result. In that case, if I'm wrong about the assumption, then worse case, I'm closer to God. That's still an amazing situation even if it's a worse case.

  • @Ms6footer

    @Ms6footer

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm at that same stage. Content woth singleness but want to married. Definitely need to focus on God more.

  • @trevorfrayne6418

    @trevorfrayne6418

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Ms6footer My prayers are with you. Bless you.

  • @YouJustGotHitWithReality
    @YouJustGotHitWithReality2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    My pleasure!

  • @christophersnyderfunnyman89
    @christophersnyderfunnyman892 жыл бұрын

    Great video

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it

  • @geovanialion5171
    @geovanialion51712 жыл бұрын

    Amen♥️

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    God bless!

  • @Mindsetolympics
    @Mindsetolympics2 жыл бұрын

    The solution is not avoidance. Its to find your security in God

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    Amen!

  • @whatsinaname5828
    @whatsinaname58282 жыл бұрын

    True

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    God bless!

  • @debanjanadas4
    @debanjanadas42 жыл бұрын

    Amen

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    God bless!

  • @frannyloco9314
    @frannyloco93142 жыл бұрын

    Me rn seeking god first

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    God bless!

  • @Haley_777.14
    @Haley_777.142 жыл бұрын

    How do I as a Minor get my lukewarm Christian parents to get closer with God? I haven't said anything to them yet

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    You can't make them do that. It's always an individual's choice. But by being an example, obeying the word (including where it says to honor and obey your parents), you will be a light to them. Also, just be open with them about your experiences with the Lord. But avoid preaching and telling them what to do or should do.

  • @edgardocardona1060
    @edgardocardona10602 жыл бұрын

    O think this applies to me. I need to gain more maturity. I want to get married with my girlfriend one day. I met her at church 10 years ago and just last year we reconnected after all these years and now we're dating. We've been dating for a year now. I'm hoping we get married some day.

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    God bless!

  • @eabbcc642
    @eabbcc6422 жыл бұрын

    Jesus Christ is given all power in heaven and unto the earth

  • @michaeljameson8496
    @michaeljameson84962 жыл бұрын

    What if I decide that I need to just stay single?

  • @user-nsj5csgwk

    @user-nsj5csgwk

    Жыл бұрын

    You are blessed to serve the Lord. You are not bound to marriage.

  • @1bkres
    @1bkres2 жыл бұрын

    I love him but that's pretty twisted considering everyone I know has gotten married & some are awful humans. So what I'm a special one to get picked on. I'm 46 & tired of the lies that I'll be loved someday. Tired of hearing lies if you just do this you'll be worthy of being loved. It's never enough. Guess I just get the crap end of the straw. Awesome

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    Your missing the point of the video. Plus, it sounds like you are not ready for a relationship with this bad attitude you are showing. This video may help: kzread.info/dash/bejne/hpebmJKLdq2beqQ.html

  • @sarahkoestler5072

    @sarahkoestler5072

    2 жыл бұрын

    That's not His truth or what He expects from you at all. THat is what the world/religion has tainted about God or people that have expereinced hurt or didn't get what they wanted vs. God's will. You, as a believer, do not need to "DO" anything or earn His love and guidance for your life. If you truly seek Him with your heart He is there waiting to help and guide you. His grace is suffucient and His mercy is fresh each and everyday. Change your heart and perspective on how you view Him, He'll show His love and that is the kind of love you give to someone else (a spouse). I struggle too, been single for over 10 years now but did not have the Lord in the last one nad that is why I did not marry him. God is still revealing to me how He loves so that when I do meet my future spouse I can love him the same in return.

  • @bucketspree4952
    @bucketspree49522 жыл бұрын

    Ouch 😣 Hahaha

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    God bless!

  • @1bkres
    @1bkres2 жыл бұрын

    Tell that to the millions who are married & didn't have to be mother Teresa. I 100% disagree. As an old maid you do NOT get a guarantee you will be married. Nothing you do guarantees that.

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    Anyone can get married. Only God can give you a godly marriage once you submit to him. Also, right in the beginning of the video I clearly stated this is not everyone's issue . . . so your comment is misinformed

  • @maritimesteak8540
    @maritimesteak85402 жыл бұрын

    Amen

  • @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    @ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger

    2 жыл бұрын

    God bless!