5 Biblical Things Godly Men Do to Prepare for Their Future Wife (Ruth 2)

[@parkerlewallen5878]

I’ve said this before, but here it is again. I’ve been focusing more on becoming “the one” instead of looking for her. I love seeing content like this, because it helps me know my strengths and weaknesses, so I know what to work on to become the right godly man for my future wife. Trying to faithfully love her well, even if I don’t know who she is yet. If she’s reading this, I’m praying for us!

[@tana5098]

You are a smart man. This is the hardest part for a woman. I'm 58 and have not found my partner because of these very qualities. In this day and age, it is increasingly becoming more difficult to encounter an equally yoked man, especially in California. If i were to find this type of man and it became obvious he was a man of God and faithful to His will, i would feel overjoyed. I pray that you listen closely to the Lord and i'm sure He will send you a wife. God Bless You. 🙏🕊⛪️🌷

[@margielavarias1490]

Amen! Brother Parker. I’ll pray you find also your wife that God has for you. When I feel weary also waiting for my godly husband to come, I pray and trust The Lord Jesus Christ to protect me from making a wrong decision in choosing my husband. Though I am waiting I know ultimately purpose is to be a light in the world for others to turn to Jesus Christ.

[@apostlegiftg]

Amen Parker Lewallen!

[@mc-k6226]

Praying for you nd your future wife🙏

[@andre1987eph]

You’re dreaming bro. I’m sorry to be blunt because I use to think like you. It very nearly destroyed my life and very nearly cost me my life. That’s why I am so harsh with you. I am not bitter, but experienced. I have accepted Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior. But I must say, you are writing absolute hogwash that is devoid of reality.

[@austin16377]

1) be respectable even before she knows you. so how to be respectable? have character; be hard working; have good relationships 2) trust in the Lord that he will bring the right woman to you 3) be proactive when you believe that God has placed before you the woman to pursue 4) be good to all, not just the woman you like 5) she will like you even more when you impress the ones she trusts and loves. don't impress by faking it, but continue to be good to all, just like you always have done.

[@giddygrace2381]

Amen brother

[@mrm-69-f6o]

Amen

[@ceesevenhundred]

A man of obligation, a man of purpose, a man of substance.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Amen!

[@ai.cherie]

I would also add a man of integrity

[@anacossa8437]

@@ai.cherie definetly❤

[@nicolataylor536]

Very true

[@adamclapp896]

Thank you sir for doing these videos, please do part 3. I'm a 34 year old single Christian man and I am a virgin waiting until marriage if it is God's will for me to be married to a good Christian woman. I have prayed to God several times if it is His will for me to be married to a good Christian woman and twice I have had a feeling of peace come upon me after praying for the Lord to lead my wife and I to each other if it is God's will for me to be married so I wonder if that peaceful feeling is God letting me know that He wants me to be married to a Christian woman when the time is right. I know that God is the author of peace .

[@InChrist2024]

Our God is just and faithful! Trust Him without a trace of worry in you💙

[@sarahmaebarroga1043]

I totally agree… It’s the same for me here… everytime I talked to God and after praying my spirit feel the peace… But as a woman of God, He want me to do the calling that He have for me.. Be patient brother God is faithful

[@papupaturbo]

@@sarahmaebarroga1043 Adam Clapp why don´t u both get in touch? Just to know each other. at least u will get a friend in christ at the end

[@Janeintheok]

Stay pure until marriage 💕

[@AEMNinja98]

You’re strong man! I can’t say the same for being a virgin. Honestly I wish I was though because all the interactions I had with women had no connection. And my soul always yearned for connection love and respect not brainless sex.

[@dbaird8784]

God had his hand on that relationship, from Ruth and Boaz came Jesse, David,and Jesus. Submission to God is necessary to have a relationship that reflects God otherwise it will just look like the world and won't glorify God.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Amen!

[@anarougeproductions3845]

🙌👏

[@lyrikalremedy2387]

Mary and Joseph?

[@dbaird8784]

@@lyrikalremedy2387 Jesus eventually came from this relationship.

[@rebeccajohnson5658]

I had an ex name Jesse and David. Wow!!

[@shelbybenson1896]

Guys, you don’t have to be perfect with all your ducks in a row for a good woman to love you. It’s okay to build and grow together. You don’t have to have it all to be attractive or worthy of love.

[@luchahn8430]

And it’s the same with men

[@Laurendantzler]

women still wont love men lol

[@del10krejoicing9]

At least some women in this world have some heart and sense! I agree with your statement I'm not rich and unattractive to most anyway. Plus getting a job its hard and times short

[@AP-iy2bt]

Needed to hear this. Thank you. The opposite seems like a never ending pathway of self doubt. I was solid in my convictions but married a woman that wasn’t on the same spiritual path. This allowed me to doubt my worth.

[@matthewroper7867]

I have been born again 23 years now brother Mark and never have I even came close to hearing the wisdom of God from a person concerning teachings on relationships , this season I am coming into is like God reading my mail when I hear you teach ! Thank you for your Love for the Lord ...

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

So glad this was useful! All glory to God!

[@kristycook6041]

A man That is not afraid to Have, Keep, Maintain, Defend, Care for, Persevere for, and even Die for His intimate relationship with his God; his first true love, his creator, and the One who knows him, and loves him, beyond all others, is a man that is Most Attractive... Most Attractive!

[@giddygrace2381]

Yes

[@johniversen7067]

Husbands love your wives as christ loved the church. Giving himself up for her. So that he can sanctify, and cleanse her with the washing of water of the word of God, and thereby presenting himself a glorious church without spots, wrinkles. Instead, making her holy, and without blemishes. Men will love their wives as they love themselves because a man, and a woman become one flesh. If a man can nourish, and take care of themselves, they can take care of their wife as God loves the church shaping, and molding it to reflect himself. So ladies, when you date a man, consider what kind of woman this man will make you, and ask yourself if that's really who you want to be. Men, be the kind of man a woman would want to, and feel safe, and confident surrendering their lives to. Work on yourselves so that you can love your wife like God loves the church. This is also a note for me, and I'm working on it.

[@boisebadboy93]

Thank you so much for this video, Mark! I'm currently single (have been for over a year now) out of an ungodly relationship that lasted 6 years. I have been watching your channel and love the content and guidance. I have started going back to church and reading the Bible, and God has given me a desire for a truly Biblical relationship/marriage and children one day. At this point in my life, just like you said in this video, I am trying to build my life up and make a name for myself, so that when God does bring the right woman into my life, I have the means to provide and protect. I have also made it a habit to be respectful and caring to every woman I interact with, even those I'm not attracted to. Thank you very much for providing excellent guidance to us young single men trying to live a Godly life.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

God is good!

[@DontAssume123]

I am building my life too! Was in an ungodly relationship.

[@resianemaculate.]

How humbling it is to sincerely wait upon the LORD.I am 40 years old lady and I am waiting upon the LORD,after having made my first mistake.

[@wojciechj2102]

I'm 29, Catholic, and just recently starting to understand what it means to be a Christian man. Your channel is helping me a lot right now. God bless you brother.

[@andreeaburian1408]

So happy to hear this! Know Jesus better and He will help you! Blessings!

[@viviennejordan215]

Thank You Mark, Singles Need This! God Bless.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

So glad it was useful! God bless!

[@cytinachavis9157]

I praise God for the insight he gives you to provide Godly relationship advice.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

So glad you are enjoying it! All glory to Him!

[@donh1572]

Be careful boys! Plenty of women wait for you at the finish line of the race. Both good and bad. Pray for discernment and don’t forget the girl who was rooting for you during the race

[@ISing4Jesus6353]

Yes, please continue this series. I was widowed in 2021 and I am currently studying the book of Ruth regarding my widowhood. I believe the Lord is pulling me toward a male friend in my small group at church but I want to move carefully, according to God's will, not my own, which is why I'm reading Ruth. It does not say how long Ruth waited to marry Boaz after her husband died but it would appear it wasn't too long.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Amen, I think you are right from the context of the story

[@korab.23]

If I remember the tradition (and this is something you could probably google) the Jewish tradition is to be in mourning for a year... Brandon Robbins talks about how Ruth showed she was ready for marriage by laying at his feet. So I'd guess a year or so?

[@Sandra-lb5pu]

Love to hear about this from a man’s perspective, thank you!

[@denniscrowley5131]

Fantastic video! One stumbling block for Christian men is during the waiting and preparation process older singles are not accepted in most churches. I had to leave a major evangelical congregation in Bethesda Maryland because of all the grief I received from members of the congregation (senior citizens).

[@ApolloCalrissian]

1:30 This immediately makes me think of Batman and Catwoman’s romance dynamic. I realize as I get older the nuances to their relationship.

[@CarnivoreSeventyOne]

Wow! You’re for real. You do know the truth. This lines up with the word.

[@Tiffanylsears]

Thanks for these videos…it’s encouraging that there are actually godly men with these values and qualities 😊👏

[@muhken_z]

SERIOUSLY

[@shelbymichaels]

Please go threw Ruth 3,im learning so much and will like to continue learning 🙏😊

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Thanks for this feedback!

[@sthiel126]

I love these, as a lady, I definitely agree with the first one. We don't want to be worshiped and 'the mission' of course we want to be cared for, but God is God, not us. Walking beside is a huge thing as well. We don't want to feel belittled, we also don't want to feel like we are belittling- or dragging the guy everywhere. Here is why- if the relationship does move on to marriage. Then most naturally the woman will be doing that with any future children. Having also to do that with a husband instead of a decision-making *partner* is, pun-intended, a drag to even think about. :)

[@mellovitt4367]

I would definitely want you to continue with this because this is excellent for couples that are starting off fresh in a relationship thank you so much for your Godly insight

[@seanmccormick3270]

I’ve been guilty of being insecure, feeling like I needed reassurance all the time. But I’ve learned (or should I say still learning) that if I don’t have confidence in who I am, then I can’t expect her to have confidence in me.

[@resianemaculate.]

You are wonderful in Christ Jesus

[@Junior-bz9tk]

Please keep going in this series. I am learning a lot. I wish I had seen this video 22 years ago. It would ve saved me a lot of time and heartaches.

[@Faith4Word]

I’m a mother with young adult single sons. I really appreciate this for them and will pass it on.

[@anthonylopez6645]

Great video brother. Nothing like getting advice from holy scripture.

[@amyj.4992]

I have a wonderful relationship with my mom and my dad and my little sister and my grandparents. I respect, my elders

[@Unalunallenadeluz]

second time watching and this series is absolutely Holy Spirit inspired.

[@cuprunnethover2509]

Thank Pastor Mark for this teaching! I agree with all points stated. If you could continue this teaching further, it would definitely be appreciated! God bless and have a great day!

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Thanks for this feedback!

[@tiffanyg4507]

I really enjoy your videos and the way you explain things is very clear and easy to understand. I would love to see a continuation of this series.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@WarriorKingRules]

This is a very good and informative video. Thank you! Now, what about those of us who are single, Christian men in our 40s, 50s and 60s? Are there any encouraging, wisdom-filled words for us that will gives us hope to find our Ruth?

[@mattd476]

Very lovely. Straight to the point and educational which is what we need. No garbage. Good works!!!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@sonofskyrim1331]

Clearly there was a good amount of interest in the other video you did for the ladies, & it warrented this one. Really enjoyed this one Mark, will be saving it as I don't believe Ruth & Boaz's story is spoken of enough from over the pulpits, especially to youth & young adults, in regards to character preparation prior marrige. And yes more of this type of content would be much a blessing thanks.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@nomvulavmoloko6255]

You are presenting a great series, so realistic and Godly. Thank you - please continue with the series. 🌺🌺

[@bettybet6367]

Keep going, please. I love the Ruth story!!!

[@ChristianMatos-hb5ik]

I don't know God's plan, but from what I have seen from the world and what my brain is telling me, I have an inner feeling that I will never have a wife or a family. I have accepted it, but when I begin to think about it, it is painful. When those thoughts come, I always put my focus on Christ.

[@SalsaSippin_]

What you have seen from the world, is evil. God's plan is for you to have spouse. God's design is never for you to be alone.

[@awilloughby5280]

Hi Mark, I agree with several others. Please continue this series! I am learning a lot and I enjoy reflecting on the wisdom of Ruth and how you unpack it. Thank you so much!

[@thesearchwithin6008]

Thank You Mark! I am applying these truths to my own life as I pray to the Lord for a Godly husband and do my part as a woman too. God Bless 🙏

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

God bless!

[@NeeCee788]

This is an excellent video! Someone sent it to me, and now I’m going to listen to the one for women. I will be sharing both with those over our young adult ministry and young singles who cross my path. Thank you!

[@nnnnnnnnnataliem]

I always learn so much from your videos, you put things so simply and you explain thoroughly, I'm very grateful! This ministry is blessed I know that because my awareness is heightened at times when I listen, it's like the Spirit within me tunes me in and says PAY ATTENTION. :) It's a wide audience you minister to who doesn't often feel seen or heard, and who is often hurting there's pain in loneliness, when I was single I remember feeling a calmness and peace after watching your videos because they're true and logical. They remind God is sovereign and He's working hard in each of our lives--He's consistent and true and He loves us, it's good to remember. And to remember the person you want to be and who you should look for! You always have good reminders to recalibrate my thinking and my hope in God -- it's been encouraging for me! Both now as I listen to confirm things, and it has been in the past, I know others feel the same way, and I hope more do in future. Also thank you so much for putting out so much relevant content it feels like a friend always there to remind, encourage, lift up, and you don't give up. So thank you Mark! God bless you & your ministry & your fam!! 🕊️🙏

[@nnnnnnnnnataliem]

I am not tech-savvy, no idea why some of that is crossed out :) oops!

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

So glad you are finding this content useful! It's an answer to prayer! All glory to God!

[@jamessharp9790]

Thank you Mark. Please know that God Sees your heart and all you do. Blessings always

[@Ñino.dorado]

I would be interested in seeing more of this type of content 👍🏽

[@uscitizen5656]

Thanks Mark ! Praying God gives me the opportunity see my Love again and not have messed it up and I've lost her for not being assertive, when I needed to be. Please pray I get another chance and we become a family soon. Amen! She is so beautiful my brain freezes when I see her.

[@jovitarich7078]

Thank you for the teachings and yes, please, do part 3..😅

[@p.lydiafestuskanmani337]

Certainly would like you to go on into Chapter 3 dear brother Mark. God bless you!!

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@joshuagoshton2513]

Heyyy brother this was edifying I’m Gonna wait patiently on God he will work it out Great video bless you Brother

[@karenmeyer7844]

Great teaching. . . PLEASE CONTINUE!

[@paulnatanghe]

I was wondering how many people you helped through these videos. God bless you.

[@tamiburden1532]

I would definitely like to hear more about Ruth's and Boaz's story

[@jayneschwalger7554]

Just found your series and it is such a great blessing and teaching moment. God bless and thank you.

[@christinevanzyl5951]

Ruth and Boaz was my first bible story as i became a teenager but you have hit the right principles for a Christian man to do here. Modern men in RSA so often remind us of mice not men. Sorry few gentlemen live here now. The abuse and even death of wives is n ever growing truth. Loved this do continue further with it. I am senior lady(70) only known Lord Jesus 18 years.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

God bless!

[@framboise595]

@christinevanzyl5951 The ever growing truth is the UNSUBMISSION of wives . As a 70 old lady , you should know that since you're supposed to teach younger women Titus 2:4.

[@Laurendantzler]

not many good women either how do yall women really have Jesus when you find every chance to say there are no good men because yall sound much like unsaved women probably because yall are

[@Jrriverstone]

Thanks mark for your bible breakdown. Makes sense.

[@Trollbot007]

Awesome Word. Please keep it coming. God bless you

[@evangelinerito8409]

Thank you sir, i think it will bring so much clarity to our mind because of your explanation in the life of Boaz.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

So glad it was useful!

[@CreepyGRC]

Love brother Mark. God Bless!

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

God bless Tan Lav!

[@JesseReimer-dm1qp]

I believe I have met the woman whom God wants me to marry at some time. I used to do just that; I would fantasize over marrying her and living a beautiful life fir God with this woman by my side. However, I did not think to work towards becoming a more God-fearing man while waiting. Now I have spent a couple weeks searching God's Word and striving to become closer to God. And I can say I am much happier and much more ready to live a life dedicated to the Lord than I was before this period in my life. I feel like a completely new man!!

[@drakeclifton5625]

This really is a great video with great advice.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Glad it was helpful!

[@simontemplar6128]

Yes do Ruth chapter 3

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@noureenmulenga1728]

Thank you so much for these beautiful mind blowing vedios I would love to see part 3

[@BossSpringsteen69]

Keep it coming Mark! Strike while the iron is hot.

[@Aurabay]

thank you for this it helped so much i was litterally crying wondering why i walked away from a potential partner but my life isnt together. i keep moving and around and im still not seen as a respectable man. ive been working all my life but it hasnt gotten easier. just praying i get to experience being able to care for a family before i die

[@shimontamar2043]

excellent Pastor Mark, God bless you Brother.

[@williamlawrence9434]

Well done, keep up the good work👍

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Thank you and God bless!

[@lenisfrank7820]

That was very helpful I've been practicing that for a long long time with God's pavilion and guidance keep up the good work God bless you amen

[@Unveiledtheblog]

Lol I love that grandpa story example you had there 5:26

[@rickys369]

Amen 🙏 🙏 🙏 I feel this dude and no the passion Ruth installed in him thanks so much for these video's

[@MCharlerySmith]

Great video, Mark. Blessings! 🙏🏾✝️

[@LaughablyCacaoInsanity]

Great series-thank you!!

[@lisaj3583]

❤ praise God

[@theguybehindyou4762]

Tried reaching out to him?

[@DesiLu4Life]

Good teaching!!

[@KATTALNUVA3]

And what do you do when you wait 20 years for God's plant to come to fruition, and have a midlife crisis and no first dates to show for it?

[@KRushMissions]

Plz keep it going, this series.

[@veew9500]

Thank you for sharing. CONTINUOUS Blessings! the 🕊

[@Michelle-tp3bt]

Thank you for teaching me. 🎉

[@JCdoulos74]

Yes keep going!! God bless you 🙏🏼

[@andyzambrano2423]

Great advice all around.

[@Precious_Gift_Amaka]

Finally, a place the Bible is discussed without shame. Met a man who was pretending to be a Christian just to get my attention. I'm on That path of Gods decision.

[@M0G0S]

Please speak into this more!

[@richardbensinger6922]

Thank you Pastor Mark.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

My pleasure!

[@thokomatshiga5051]

Thank you Pastor! Please go on to Ruth 3, proactive steps a woman should take.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@sorchasteel1060]

Your videos are always insightful and have helped me for some months now! God has blessed you with great wisdom and I pray your videos will continue to keep blessing others in ways unimagined!

[@mmariah922]

Keep going please!

[@christydanny8707]

Yes, please go ahead

[@seekingtruth1110]

Do you feel like a man needs his own place before he decides to date? I live at home. I work hard. Pay my bills and save money. I also help out a lot at my church. I save money so if God leads me to the right one, we will have the money to buy a place or some land and build our own. What are your thoughts on this? Thanks for any input.

[@NyJenni]

Has anyone said you look like jake gyllenhaal? :P

[@etietopumana1279]

Biblical truth for men

[@TyLacy-ox1bn]

Thank you for the blessings

[@edwinkirkland8856]

Thank you lord Jesus amen 🙏

[@TamikaSampson-lc7vv]

Amen Im glad I saw this video

[@tommy2chips]

I am single and looking for a mate. Thanks for the advice

[@theguybehindyou4762]

Any advice for a man who wants a Godly marriage but doesn’t know the first thing about relationships?

[@resianemaculate.]

Most importantly is to have a relationship with GOD rest will follow

[@theguybehindyou4762]

@@resianemaculate. In the last few days, I find myself briefly smitten with a Christian KZbinr who seemed sincere in her faith, then I ask God to tell me what I should do to get someone like her and then your reply brought me back to this vid. That was no accident.

[@bossangoaabouna]

Locate me, l'm a born again and an interpréter in winners chapel with no kids

[@jeskahaley9616]

Yea please mark make a video of what the woman should do

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Thanks for this feedback!

[@framboise595]

@jeskahaley9616 " make a video of what a woman should do" LOL It's not about to happen !! The church system is in bed with her feminist lovers , making it all about the woman , replacing the Bible's godly male-centricism with some kind of degenerate gynocracy. The Bible clearly focuses more on what a WOMAN/WIFE should do . But it's okay , no one cares about what is written anymore. Let's go on making it all about the female and see how God is going to bless those abominable marriages where wives run the show . You don't fool the Lord.

[@hollyharte7831]

Thank you Mark Amen 🙏

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

My pleasure Holly!

[@cliftonjr]

Excellent

[@leonardoallen9439]

I love this video.

[@HendriSupradi]

Amen. Thank You Lord.

[@jyloreki3026]

I’ve met somebody me, same person, twice in life, that have turned me towards god. Not to say she’s a nun, but knowing her always inspires my faith.

[@shannongriffin880]

Lincoln Park.... IN THE END. THIS SONG SUMS UP THIS VIDEO

[@johnbyerlein6682]

I like your hopeful wisdom - at 68, too late for me to do anything with it. I have tremendous anger towards churches for teaching me and so many men to be wimps. I love God, meditate on his Word, read his word and pray - for me, Christianity = wimpy men who are permanent simps.

[@framboise595]

@johnbyerlein6682 You're so right. The Western church has a dark agenda . Turning the sons of God into simps ruled over by their wives in and out of the bedroom is simply demonic. I 'm female and I can't stand all the misandry spewed from pulpits.No such thing in the Bible .

[@RichlotGabrielEmmanuel]

With out God nothing is possible in marriage.☝️thing, we should not rushed in life.