If You KEEP WAITING for a Godly Spouse, God Will . . .

[@DroneMaverick]

Yeah, I jumped into a marriage when God put every red flag in front of me and said WAIT. I did it anyway, and paid for it with stress, anxiety, depression and regret. But God also brought me through the healing process of a divorce. Let's put it this way, I am the prophet sent to WARN you, obey God, and WAIT on His Perfect timing!

[@WomanofGod_]

Thank you!

[@natoclara2005]

Thank you

[@P_4BKM77]

God bless you.

[@dingding2487]

My situation is the same as yours. God brings me here.

[@gurlygurl721]

Bless you brother! thank you!

[@karenstephenson6668]

Waiting on GOD for a Godly spouse is worth the wait, when you put GOD first.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Amen Karen!

[@ashleynicole2963]

Amen! Ive tried online dating. And no one seems right for me. So ill just wait on God and put Him first. Then ill be content in my life whether I am married or single.

[@d.marieandrews8007]

WAITING GOD!!!!🤗💞🙏💏👣 WAITING ON YOU LORD, GOD!!!!😍👣💞💏🙏💞WAITING🤣GOD😍💞🙏💏👣SHALOM/PEACE*FULLY👣💏🙏💞A-MAN/A-MEN👣💏💞🙏🙌A-MAN/A-MEN🙌🙏👣💏

[@gmatinky3965]

🙏🙌🙏💫✨

[@leaenongene2499]

Amen

[@danielwestjr]

1. You will avoid the pain that always comes when you take matters into your own hands 2. Embrace your season of waiting. 3. You will feel freer to take a step of faith because you will know you are also truly willing to keep waiting if that is what God wants 4. You will have the peace of knowing you are submitting to God's will for your life no matter what happens next God bless you Pastor Mark!! needed this!

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

God bless!

[@asantewaa84]

Please help! A woman i counsel came to me and said she failed terribly! In her sadness in waiting and waiting since she was 29, she got in a relationship with a man who slept with her after she was celebate for years. She is very distraught and sees her mistake but feels she can't be forgiven since she was saved after the same type of sin years ago after having a termination. What do I say? I'm also.thinking she's right and that she may have angered God. I need to be careful but i don't know what to say to her.

[@alyssadk1645]

asantewaa84 God’s forgiveness is always greater than any of our actions. God can restore things for your friend and still help things to work out for her.

[@asantewaa84]

@@alyssadk1645 Thank you but what then should I say to her? I think i acted poorly in not actually saying anything

[@janicetribby7853]

@@asantewaa84 what Alyssa DK said. We all sin repeatedly. It may not be fornication like the lady you are counselling, but for some of us it is white lies, others it may be coveting other people, being prideful etc. If God has been gracious to all of us despite our mistakes, why would it be any different for her? I highly encourage you to encourage her to seek professional christian counselling. I also encourage you to spend more time studying the topic of God's Grace. God bless ~

[@jazzy9282]

I want a kingdom spouse that will HELP me draw closer to God.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Amen!

[@annabelle7123]

Amen!

[@heycastelo2759]

Can I Marry you

[@301larussomusic]

Keep the commandments and you can have whatever you ask in Jesus name.

[@fsdxfsd11]

Amen

[@annlevy9332]

I know there is a godly husband out there for me

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

God bless Annette!

[@dashelledisna6239]

Amen🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@Kevinmoore5111]

Amen!🙏 I know my godly wife is out there for me!😊🙏

[@annlevy9332]

@@Kevinmoore5111 GOD will bless your hearts desire

[@HondaImpossible]

Defiantly!! 😊🤗

[@joellejese1747]

I waited 29 years and I still made a bad choice in a spouse because although I was a Christian I was not reading God's word at the time or seeking an answer from God if I should have married him or not. My advise is to not only wait on God but have on the whole armor of God while waiting, and seek his answer when you do meet someone. Don't ignore red flags just because you are in love.

[@heladds]

how do u read God's guidance?

[@ashleynicole2963]

Its never too late to be joyful and to rejoice in the Lord. Whether you remain single or get married one day, you always have God who supports you in any circumstance. This is what God has put on my heart tonight.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Philippians 4 is really helpful!

[@Strive1324L]

When i look back at all the mistakes i made and people who i thought may be the one and weren't, i now see that i was trying to make something happen outside of God's will. When He wants you to meet someone, you will and if he doesn't you won't. Great video, one of my favorites.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@gmatinky3965]

I totally agree with you very good point 🙏

[@forward_ever_ever2595]

"When he wants you to... when he doesn't..." Truth be spoken indeed

[@bradandrews777]

How do you know they weren't the one? Too many today decide that they know what isn't right, but let proper ones pass by. Also keep in mind that even the right one will require a lot of things that are uncomfortable. Many think that should not happen if you have "God's choice". Life is full of struggles, we have to overcome them.

[@lalalalaaAa123]

When I first started watching your videos, my singleness did feel like a season of "waiting". I felt impatient and eager to find my Godly spouse. Now, after prayerfully asking God for guidance, I can't imagine finding my husband any time soon. And I don't want to! I have way too many ways to serve God in my purpose before I'm ready to pay attention to a dating season! I still have the desire to be married one day, but it no longer feels like I'm "waiting". I'm in a season of SERVING! ♥

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

God bless as you continue to follow the Lord!

[@ashleynicole2963]

Same here!!!! Its exactly where I'm at

[@kevinestrada977]

"Wait on the LORD: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the LORD."- Psalms 27:14 I am 29 years old and never had a girlfriend. God hath revealed me to me in church, youth retreats, dreams with Bible verses, etc who is my future wife. I am waiting for God to bring her to me.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

God bless Kevin!

[@doragarcia6125]

Kevin Estrada that’s awesome!

[@trizawangu8752]

Am here

[@keithhunt6300]

I got you beat.51 years old and I think My life is supposed to be single.

[@NathanSmutz]

Are you building a solid life to bring a woman into? "Prepare your work outside and make it ready for yourself in the field. Afterward, then build your house."

[@kylestringham5438]

i literally just asked god why he wasn’t saying anything and then this popped up

[@ashleynicole2963]

I feel ya. I'm tired of online dating

[@preachingpoet]

Sometimes we cant hear God bc our actions block out the sound of His voice. Gods voice is loudest in our silence and solidarity.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

God bless Kyle! So glad this was timely!

[@rosecoleman9090]

PoetonPurpose AAAMEN 🙏

[@dhanferwao6072]

God will really reminds us in times when we have a lots of uncertainties in life.

[@ashleynicole2963]

I just simply pray to be happy every day. That is what I desire most. Everything will come along in its perfect timing. I want to wait, and BE HAPPY. True contentment is found in God. He is my Husband first!

[@preachingpoet]

That’s pretty cool. I think you are proof to me of what I wish I was. You are content. I could learn from you. Praying for happiness

[@ashleynicole2963]

@@preachingpoet You can always start now :) its never too late to be happy

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

God bless!

[@ashleynicole2963]

Never too late to be happy!

[@preachingpoet]

Ashley Moss I love that it’s a choice

[@AyaEgbuho]

I am actually already married but this channel is such a great resource for Christian singles! Blessings! 😊💜💚💙😁

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

So glad you are enjoying it Aya!

[@Paradox4152]

I really like how you explained if we are, “Waiting on God” or “Waiting to be blessed.” It was convicting! Made me double check my motives behind a lot of things, I am waiting on- not just marriage!

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

I'm so glad it was helpful! All glory to God!

[@unknown9392]

👏🏻💖🕊️🔥

[@angiekoles]

I was just praying an hour ago that God if it’s your will for me to be with this guy then it will happen and I’m learning to trust in Gods timing and wait patiently in this season of waiting, this video is just what I needed!

[@nymphohalo]

I pray he shows you what u need and deserve

[@Nolaperu]

Guys this is dead on. I stayed in a toxic relationship for 3 years, almost got married hoping that marriage would make things better! No, it magnifies everything. I called off our wedding less than a month not regretting any of it. And we are both Christians but we had very big differences in beliefs as she believed in the prosperity gospel, I don't. Anyway, fast forward 5 years later, and one more bad but short relationship. I'm happily married to a godly woman who puts God FIRST! I adore my wife as she is precious to me. And displays the same to me. God brought my beautiful wife that EXCEEDED my wants and desires. Trust God, put Him first, and let Him lead you. He blessed me with my wife when I was truly content with just having Him. Oh we both got married in our mid 40's 😉

[@godsown4683]

Glory to God. I'm getting married next year too. My future husband believes in the present truth message, that is the grace message just like I do. Because the Bible says that the law was brought by Moses but Grace and truth came by Jesus Christ. Grace is the person of Jesus Christ but people reject it because it seems too good to be true. It was so important that my spouse had the same beliefs. I didn't want to be in a relationship with a legal guy. So dear, you were right if your beliefs are different, it can't work out. I thank God for your marriage.

[@sleepyhead3109]

To my man, wherever you are, I pray that God will protect you and lead you to me. I've been praying for you. Love God above all things so that when we meet we can serve the Lord together. I will be blessed to meet you soon. Amen

[@missweenieboys2]

I believe there is a difference between waiting and waiting well. God has me waiting, because I need to be refined. I have trouble wanting to let go of my past and being refined. I also know I am avoiding a lot of problems by not trying to force a premature relationship. I need to be working on me while I wait. I forget that a lot when I see couples and my crush. I know some people are just in relationships to not be alone. I don't want that. I was just thinking about contentment earlier.

[@krissyhall2838]

This video was for me I was going to settle for this one guy who we literally have nothing in common with and wasn’t what my husband list looked like since I was a little girl lol.I was being impatient tbh.I have no peace talking to him and he’s super self absorbed .God kept telling me he’s not the one and I kept ignoring the sickly gut conviction I was having lol.I want God to write my love story!Thanks mark for your video! 😌🙏🏽

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

So glad this was timely for you Krissy!

[@nymphohalo]

I’m doing the same thing now and settling for someone who mistreated me then and does now and doesn’t want me and lives recklessly because I feel I can’t find better and god is taking too long. I pray it’ll be worth it Please share your story with me!

[@krissyhall2838]

kai cuul Yess don’t settle cause God has that perfect person out there for the each of us.It might not come when we want it but somehow God is always right on time.Take this time to work on your relationship with God and other areas of your life .Then when you least expect it he will bring a guy on your path if it’s his will.He’s done that with me many times with circumstances I can only say that Gods hand was all over it and I can tell you it’s the best feeling because you know deep down you couldn’t have done it by yourself and he was looking out for you.You deserve so much more so don’t settle for anything less!God Bless 😌😊

[@krissyhall2838]

Sun Flower Exactly we were not in a serious relationship we literally just were talking well barely even talking if that much.Settling as knowing that’s not the relationship that God wanted me to be in .

[@nelodypond9282]

Amen! I needed this correction. It is important to remain faithful and obedient to God in your waiting, NOT acting out in frustration, loneliness or boredom because that can lead you to sin and self-inflicted misery. Trust me, don’t take matters in your own hands. Wait on the Lord and remain faithful to his word. He will provide, always.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Amen!

[@txwarriorbride5112]

Wow. Yet again. The LORD had to teach me that it is better to wait for the ONE HE has for me, than to "settle" for anything less, I am patient. And HE has blessed me beyond belief in this period of waiting! Thank you for confirmation of this, it is greatly appreciated!🤗🙏🎶💕💃

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

All glory to God!

[@rustywallace9928]

My ex girlfriend and I recently broke up and she said something similar along the lines of not settling for less, but to be patient and wait for the man that God has for her. It just makes me feel kinda down that I'm not good enough to settle with, like I'm less than - is this what you mean when you say "don't settle for less".

[@txwarriorbride5112]

@@rustywallace9928 No, what I mean is to not settle for just any 'spouse' to be married, but to wait for the one the GOD wants you with. I made that mistake. I married a man that GOD tried in every way to stop me from marrying...but I did it anyway. Within a week I knew I had made a terrible mistake...HUGE. HE pretended to be a believer, but actually was not and deceived me in every other way as well. It was MY mistake for not listening to what the LORD was trying to tell me. The good thing is that the LORD actually arranged it for me to be able to annul the marriage completely. It is as it never happened. Except my bank account took several years to recover! 😂😂 Not that you are like that, but I was willing to "settle" for someone who GOD did not want for me, in order to be "married". I have learned that lesson. Your ex may feel that you were just not the one that GOD wanted her to marry, but she chose a rather unfortunate word in "settle". I doubt she meant that as anything against you, more as a way to recognize that the relationship was not what she wanted.😊

[@Onlythenarrowroad]

The quicker single Christians realize what is required and practice obedience, the quicker the blessings arrive and prayers are answered.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Oftentimes this is true :)

[@nymphohalo]

Do you know what is required? I’d love to know so I can receive my blessings and have my prayers answered quicker rather than bumping my head into the same old wall!

[@Onlythenarrowroad]

kai cuul that’s between you and God. Everyone’s journey is different. God shows us areas that we need to work on, accept responsibility for, ask forgiveness for, receive forgiveness, etc. Don’t overthink or over complicate the process. If God is showing you an area that needs to be addressed, then address it. It’s actually quite simple. Humans tend to look for some existential emotional supernatural experience and most of the time, it’s staring us in the face. There’s a saying in the South: “if it was a snake, it would have been me”. The “ah-ha” moment makes its appearance rather quietly. And then we smack our forehead and ask ourselves why didn’t we see it sooner.

[@nymphohalo]

Aviva Listyg oh my your so right! It’s probably my patience I need to work on, it’s horrible. You have no idea how much I appreciate you! Thank you so much!

[@d.marieandrews8007]

"WAITING" GOD; FOR MY SPOUSE, GODLY ONE, SPIRITUAL LEADER, AND THE HELP-ER MATE, THAT YOU CHOSE!!!!🤗💞🙌🙏💏👣 A-MAN/A-MEN 😍👣💏🙏🙌💞😇

[@gunjanchhetri1618]

1.Embrace your season of waiting with the Lord. 2.Step into faith with the Lord. 3.Move in the timing of the Lord. 4.Submit to God's will...❤❤❤❤ Love Love Love...God bless!

[@Holly5794]

I am turning 36 this month and I'm still single. It's hard to wait. It's painful to wait.

[@rachelrichardson4486]

In Gods timing. It may seem late for you but God knows everything. Have you considered asking God about your desire for your marriage? What He is calling you to do in this season of your life?

[@momentmade6525]

“ Those who wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength “

[@ritakapoor1]

@@momentmade6525 "like an eagle"

[@DarleenSmith]

It is hard and painful. But you’re not alone, I’m 40. I have asked God to give me eyes for the one he has chosen for me only. Till then I expect to be single 😩Again, it is hard, it is painful but have patience with God.

[@dcampbell6548]

I am 47. It is very painful.

[@feleciapowell5792]

This truly tickled me .. Its like when your parent whoops u & then tries to explain that they love us afterwards 💕 Once has God spoke it.. Twice have I heard it” I enjoyed every key point in this video. God bless 💛

[@TS-fj2lo]

The Lord is using you so mightily Mark. Thank you this is probably the clearest explanation and admonishment I have received this far. Thank you Lord! That steps of faith needed. Glory.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

I'm so glad it was helpful to you Theresa!

[@TS-fj2lo]

ApplyGodsWord.com/Mark Ballenger Thank you Mark!

[@preachingpoet]

I had to come back and listen again. I am houseless and living in a hotel an yes I am reminded that I fall asleep alone. But bc of this video I am reminded that I am not alone. My heart hurts but maybe HE is my spouse right now. HE has be teaching me so much! Teaching me always, except now I am listening

[@jacobochieng7621]

On point. Be blessed pastor Mark..this reminds me of when Saul grew impatient of waiting for Samuel and went ahead and offered the sacrifice against the will of God. Samuel angrily answered him: You have done foolishly in so doing...to obey is better than sacrifices.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Great point!

[@PrettyIntelligent]

Brother Mark... I don't think you understand how God has truly anointed you to make the Word sooo plain and easy for us. May He continue to bless and keep you, your family and ministry!!!

[@michaelmosquera4709]

I am 23 and I've been single my whole life. I am waiting patiently and living for God daily, and some factors include servings and using my gifts/talents to follow His plan and will for me. I have heard that it is good to seek someone that has the same or similar calling in this life apart from being fairly similar overall by having some things in common. The only thing is I don't have a close friendship with anyone that I would like to get to know more. Apart from continuing to wait patiently while being active in my walk with Jesus, what can I do?

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

This video may help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4WUhmiArLl4r9U

[@t-squared6406]

Pursue your life purpose,get established,I am way older and been single all my life,at this point 23 is nothing,grow,learn,like I said,find your develop your purpose in life,God Bless You!!!

[@tonycole5209]

@@sleepyhead3109 l'm 43 years old and already given up. It's not worth it anymore and let it go. God doesn't want me to have anyone and will never bless me with anyone.

[@sleepyhead3109]

@@tonycole5209 I am sorry to hear that. I have an aunt. She's already 60+ and she never get married. But she is happy with her life serving the Lord. If some human are meant to be single then be it, all of us were born single and having a partner is just a bonus in life. Self-love is important. God bless you

[@forward_ever_ever2595]

@@tonycole5209 no no Tony. Seek God dilligently. its in your heart to find someone, just ask God to bless you with a Godly wife & that he molds you to be a Godly husband & to obey his commandments. Let it go, in the sense that you dont assume that he is not going to give you someone. Live life & ask Him to grant & teach you Wisdom in secret...live life honoring Him. Dont give satan pleasure by not believing, for he is "the great deceiver". Live life, pray consistently & with deep sincereity. Satan has a main objective-to destroy God's best creation: Us. He seeks to mash up the family & prevent good unions from occuring. U mash up the family what happens? Dysfunctional individuals are now the product i.e individuals with a host of problems. They now go & get into relationships with their issues thereby forming & creating individuals with more problems. Just hold on buddy, but do so with faith, try not to think about it & ENJOY life...uplift yourself, deepen your relationship wt God. He will take care if the rest. Also pray for the wisdom to understand the things you cannot.

[@sadgilouis2092]

I’ve really been feeling like Mark hides in my closet cuz at this point... 👁👄👁 the ACURACY. I have been so content lately with Jesus, and I didn’t know what was wrong with me, I’m just really happy with God tho!

[@txwarriorbride5112]

Hiding in the closet? 😂😂😂😂 I thought that as well!🤗

[@dianagentile7636]

GOD BLESS YOU BROTHER MARK‼️ I JUST RECEIVED ANOTHER CONFIRMATION FROM GOD ‼️ THANK YOU 🙏🏽 BROTHER MARK 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️❤️❤️‼️‼️‼️

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Amen!

[@fernandoortiz8875]

I always taught and sometimes do that having a wife/girlfriend would cure my loneliness and have someone to share my feelings with but now I know whether single, married I will always have god with me

[@dehsa38]

The timing of your video headlines is absolutely "scary "! And I know you're right.

[@jean-marckouassi7207]

you are talking tonight lol #3 is so true, because sometimes after being comfortable in the lord and having fully embraced patience, it's often hard to want to get out and date because the lord becomes enough for you.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

So glad it was helpful!

[@dunamis333]

Passively waiting for a spouse is not wise teaching. Men and women must use their own faith to actively seek for their spouse if they want to be happily married. Back in the 80s as a teenager. I had a list of qualities I wanted my wife to have. I prayed and fasted diligently for my wife BEFORE eventually meeting her. And guess what? She had all the qualities on my list. We've been happily married now for more than 25 Years. Spouses are appointed by the Lord. And He's not going to bless anyone with a spouse if they're not prepared to put in the spiritual work that's required.

[@matthewhunt6525]

Amen amen

[@cassidypittman8320]

I needed this video! Thank you so much, I'm in my season of waiting and some days are hard and this helped.

[@C_odysseus]

Hang in there sister. I have to read Proverbs when I’m sitting in my season of waiting and that has helped a lot.

[@Roger-wi2wk]

I look forward to hear when God gives you the one👍🏾

[@xo_fattie]

What kills me the most about married people they always discouraging you when in fact they been married one or even twice but giving single people bad advice about wanting to be married! Saying things like "Marriage is not for you" etc Smh. I'm just at the point in my life where I want to be with someone and I just been asking God to give me confirmation if he has Marriage for my because I really do want to do life alone I want a companion.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Yes, I talk about that here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIHNm6uqg5qDe8U

[@tacksgmvs2070]

When I woke up this morning I prayed and told God that I’m not a handsome man, and that it would be a miracle if I actually met someone who thinks I am. But God can do miracles. I’ll just keep waiting and praying to Him, and maybe someday God will surprise me.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Being a godly man is more important than our physical appearances :)

[@Girlintheewild]

He thought you were the most handsome when He created you. ♥️ please don’t let society standards tell you what’s beautiful or not. When God created His children, He thought us all to be good with our various features, hair, and skin tones.

[@mckenziefutch8286]

YOU are fearfully and wonderfully made in the image of God! You are handsome as a matter of fact because God made you in His image

[@ashleeearl0712]

I know there's a godly husband out there for me. I' ve been praying and waiting for 3 years, and I'm 23 years old, going to be 24 in a few months. I always depend on Jeremiah 29:11 for when I want to rush or go to doubt. I will rejoice in the Lord for a long time. Isaiah 41:10, Do not fear for I am with you.

[@Mailifeisasong]

Oh my goodness, you mentioned something that kept me silent about my feelings.....,"wanting to be married doesn't mean you are discontent with Christ." 💯💯💯💯

[@simonesalmon842]

I believe and agree that no matter how long l have been waiting for my future spouse it will worth it.

[@kimberlyjredeemed]

Good timing I know my kingdom marriage is coming but it’s so hard to wait but I know it’ll be worth it when he comes 💯i pray the lord helps me to wait on his perfect timing 😫🙈🙏🏾

[@nicky1682]

I'm glad to see this... I've been waiting and purposefully preparing.. Yet, I've had this time to work on myself and to do kingdom building.. 🙏🏻 God is the Greatest.. Im sure there is a season for future husbands and wives to come together.. Enjoy your singleness, being single can be a good thing, yet marriage is a commitment, and takes much more time to grow together.. 🙏🏻

[@krystalwirth9646]

I realized the past 4.5 years I put my desire for a relationship above my relationship with GOD. I've since reversed that. I'm on the path of sobriety too so my desire has changed for a sober godly loving man.

[@denisetalam8971]

I will faithfully wait for the Lord...may His Will be done in my life, I felt so blessed having to knew this KZbin channel..

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

I'm so glad it has been helpful! All glory to God!

[@ostynpartida7163]

This is an awesome video brother, really everything I needed to hear right now. I really liked what you said about God’s rules, the world does see them as restrictive and kill joys, but like you said, they lead to the most, and lasting joy, they’re actually protective and lead to blessing. Thank you for everything you covered brother, I really appreciate this teaching. God bless you

[@patrickstewart9937]

I will wait on the Lord for a Godly marriage. He knows me deeper than I can ever know myself.

[@e_v_a.m_e_n_d_e_z]

Pray for me to sit still and be patient in the Lord!

[@hurstjames6196]

Hello how're you doing?

[@jennifermorgan5846]

Yes, I agree with all this! That is why I stopped dating! I’m happy alone! I’m joyful in waiting! I’m also alright if He wants me to be alone. I honestly am at peace and at joy with just My Jesus! I’m very content! It took me years to realize that! Right now, My God is my husband until He wants someone for me or not! Either way I’m joyful and a peace with it!

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

God bless Jennifer!

[@hurstjames6196]

Hello how're you doing?

[@GlennRiccobono]

Am divorced after a 14 year marriage and haven't really dated in a number of years. It's hard to go back to dating (and waiting) again, but I needed this.

[@sibusisomdlongwa2424]

Any people in South Africa watching this video? I would like to create some friends. The loneliness is killing me😔

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

I hope there is a good local church in your area!

[@hopetonhanchard2385]

One love from jamaica

[@sibusisomdlongwa2424]

@@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger yes but church is closed in our lockdown. We only get virtual services now.

[@joashtunison351]

Thank you. This video is great affirmation. The last two years the Lord has been gracious to teach me about true submission to Him. Through His gracious instruction I have arrived at the attitude of patiently waiting. All the points in this video He has taught me directly, praise God! You hit the nail on the head in this video.

[@vanessap7209]

Mark!!! This is such a timely video for me😭Thank you for this incredible content. I was just crying and praying a few hours ago to Abba and thanking Him and trusting Him as I wait in a place of praise❤️ Blessings to you, your family and ministry🙏🏿 #confirmation

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

I'm so glad this was helpful Vanessa!

[@vanessap7209]

@@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger thank you SO much! Every morning I'm back from work I binge watch your channel for guidance in praying effectively and specifically. Thank you!!!

[@hurstjames6196]

@@vanessap7209 Hello how're you doing?

[@vanessap7209]

@@hurstjames6196 blessed and doing well, thank you. Married to the one God set aside for me. 2020 was the BEST year for me as it drew me closer to Him by reading my Bible like never before. Discerning the times through His Word and not from man. Putting aside social media accounts by deleting them and removing TV from before my eyes. Listening to faithful men of God who preach the Truth of God's Word. Led and submitted to my husband, who is led and also submitted to Christ Jesus. Daily reading the Word together as we start our day, praying faithfully and looking unto Jesus for our lives. How are you?

[@scottcollins9446]

I’ve got a lot of friends that have been waiting for a long time, looks like it’s not gonna happen. And these are Godly men.

[@JB-pd3ir]

That is probably an honest assessment. I don't think that some have to wait because they are not Godly enough or need to be refined further (it may just be the luck of the draw or the cards you were dealt).

[@JillCee]

There are a lot of worldly women out there, even in the churches. Feels like the same with worldly men. But I would rather wait than end up in a nightmare relationship.

[@luartsbello]

Wow! God asked me to be still as I've done a move already and it's been hard this waiting season, but your video just brought me what I needed to hear. Thank you, God bless you! 🙌🏽🤗

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

God is good!

[@Russian_Polya]

Thank you, Mark! It’s such a good video and some kind of reply to me. I understood that my waiting could be more faithful and I had to work with this because it was better. Now something disturbs me and I feel sad oftener. Need to change my mindset and rely on God as He opened me something a few months ago. The problem is that still nothing happens in real life so I don’t know how to react to what I received. I have been asking for some proof one more time but nothing. But before was a series of signs and replies. I guess time to believe

[@hurstjames6196]

Hello how're you doing?

[@yveherbert7494]

Waiting remains a journey of faith, resilience and obedience! I press on!

[@betty5449]

Amen!! This was so encouraging and uplifting for us who are waiting for a Godly spouse..God bless you all!!

[@LoverofJesus724]

This video is so encouraging for those people like myself who have been waiting on God for many years for a godly spouse. Thanks so much, Mark & God continue to bless you!

[@PatrickMenesesYTOfficial4945]

I feel sorry for you. 😂 Marriage now has value look around you.

[@hurstjames6196]

Hello how're you doing?

[@greatpharoh0303]

Beautiful! This idea that waiting on His for blessing rather than waiting by faith is exactly what I needed to hear. God will for not be clear until you stop being content in your general waiting of blessing. God wants you to take part in an unquestionable clear calling, service, establishment, marriage, or goal!

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

I'm so glad this was timely :)

[@jasminewalters1937]

Amen. Remain faithful and never stop praying. 🙏🏽❤️

[@unknown9392]

Im still waiting for my future husband, He must be a christian 🙏🏻💖🕊️🧗🏼‍♀️Jesus is silent about this question! I accept His will in my life! 💃🏼🏆

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

No matter what, keep putting God first!

[@unknown9392]

@@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger Amen 🙏🏻🏆

[@emmapsalms2878]

I come in agreement with this and yes I will wait faithfully on a Godly spouse.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

God bless Emma!

[@annabelle7123]

I've had enough self-inflicted misery by taking things on my own hands... had enough and now need to wait on God.

[@notofthisworld2977]

Amen! Praise God, this video is so biblically sound, like all the videos on this channel :). Wait patiently for the Lord. Taking things into your own hands causes so much unnecessary pain. The Lord knows.....let him be in charge.

[@ashleynicole2963]

True! I have tried online dating and forcing things to happen. But it never works. Right now I'm just focused on my happiness in God and His sovereignty.

[@notofthisworld2977]

Ashley Moss Amen! That is what he wants of us. Trust and obey. It’s all about obedience. May God bless you :)

[@ashleynicole2963]

I prayed to God that I am willing to give up all my desires for my future marriage and career. Then I prayed again and realized that my Bible study was leading me to Genesis Ch. 22. And the Lord said He will bless me! What an answer to prayer!

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

God is worthy to be trusted!

[@notofthisworld2977]

Ashley Moss he will bless your obedience :)

[@laynefivecoat9984]

This is such an awesome message! Thank you Lord for your future and your provision in me, God will bring me my spouse!

[@glenharrison2117]

I did learn something new, from your videos I always do, God bless you my brother in Christ

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

So glad to hear this Glen!

[@chikaokolo4929]

Nothing to say but awesome biblical interpretation of seeking godly relationships. Thanks 4 this

[@Really_Roby]

Still waiting for the manna before I eat it. Until then, it's time to worship, bless God and bless others. 🙏

[@thokomatshiga5051]

I hear you and I her you well! Your faithful to God is yielding good long lasting fruit. Amen. Either way, in the waiting, I'll remain faithful. Amen to Christ Jesus!

[@BlankCanvas88]

Some people think I'm crazy for waiting this long for marriage (in my 30's). But I haven't been sitting idly by. I've been serving God, believing as Jesus said that if I seek first His kingdom, all these things (earthly things I need, such as a spouse/family) will be added to me. I've had to wait longer than some, but as the Bible says, singleness has had its own wonderful blessings. It is NOT a curse! But in the last 1-2 years, I've been feeling so much more desperate for a spouse that I believe it's a sign God is preparing one for me b/c otherwise I think I'd regret not being single too much. So God is working all things together for good in my life, and I see Him doing that in the lives of so many others as well. At the end of the day, ALL glory belongs to God and God alone!

[@jayproz5409]

The key is being Patient and faithful

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Amen!

[@albertbizumuremyi3736]

I really like this video, it’s Godly and it makes sense from a spiritual and biblical point.

[@ajohonly3721]

I waited on him and he did not disappoint me lord is the greatest .

[@joymosley8997]

Wow this was word for word my prayer this morning. Thank you Lord for sending me this timely word to encourage my heart❤

[@graces1475]

Thank God for this Video . Right time I saw this video as I was undergoing stress by my family . Always I'm waiting for my god's will for my marriage . During waiting even our family speak heart broking words .

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

So glad it was helpful. Keep seeking the Lord!

[@jameslandrum555]

Great video Mark! I’m in that waiting season & this is so encouraging.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Glad it was helpful!

[@rosa629]

Oo Lord please help me, get what you planned for me, show me your plan

[@keepgoingalwaysnomatterwha9328]

Oh how Great and marvelous are your words, they bring peace even when chaos are all around us. GLORY BE TO ALMIGHTY YAH IN ALL HIS WONDERS

[@brendajones9941]

Dear Brother, this is a very beautiful Biblical truths, please continue to be used for His Glory to we all see Jesus Christ

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Thank you Brenda! All glory to God!

[@priyashalini7377]

Help me Jesus to obey u and to be faithful and to be patience help me Jesus to do all these in ur waiting

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Amen!

[@priyashalini7377]

@@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger All Glory to Jesus

[@3calichavs]

Amen

[@workingken4268]

He spoke to me thru you in this message i been waiting for four years till i learned to actually wait on Jesus and praise him regardless

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

God bless as you follow the Lord!

[@bobg525]

finished with the shopping list..seldom any more than religio drama.. hysteria..if I can but trust in my Master ... my husband .. the One I shall come to know in the time of His coming..Lifted UP.. He Will give .. or He Will be my deeper sufficiency...The things of Love are surely ...justified in the Sacred.. not sealed by any means in form-ality... but in thanks giving....

[@Ascension1004]

A lot of women will take this advice only to reach their late 20s and 30s and still be "waiting". I took that approach and my spouse never came. Once I decided that I would carefully and intentionally open myself to dating with the purpose of finding a husband, I met him. Many women are encouraged to believe that prayer is enough, but that's false. We have to seek to educate ourselves about love, marriage, womanhood, and servitude. Once we've taken time to understand those roles, we'll be led to our husbands. I'd encourage women to get out into the real world and talk to people. Get to know the opposite sex. Pray for discernment and take risks. Waiting around will keep you single.

[@noahbrewer2476]

Though marriage has been something I’ve been badly wanting for the past 21 years of my life, what I honestly want more is peace. With every video I watch that covers the topic of this season of kingdom marriages, I constantly feel like that I’ll be left out. I have been asking God if this is the season for me to marry let alone court anyone but I’ve gotten no answer. For now I’m trying to forget about all this in the effort to focus on preparing for enlisting in the U.S Air Force.

[@rhaisacavalcante7882]

I Will pray for you

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

When you don't know what to do, focus more on what you do know what to do. We always know something God wants us to do. Focus on the parts God has revealed to you thus far and he will reveal the rest when it's time :)

[@ashleynicole2963]

Yeah I dont blame you. I've been there. Im in my single season and navigating my life. But first I'm trying to seek God and His joyfulness. Because what I want more than anything is a strong relationship with God.

[@l03j27]

The point you made at 4 min is remarkable and helped so so much. Thanks for sharing this

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

Glad it was helpful!

[@boiperfection4797]

It’s quite difficult to meet Godly men in my community. But, like everything else in my life I place my future partner in my fathers hands. I don’t want anything or anyone that He does not want for me. I’m excited for the person who will get to share this human experience with me.

[@dezibevineau9782]

Lol I don’t know why I keep looking at marriage stuff I’m only 19 (I often have to remind myself). On the inside Im older than 19 by a landslide. For some reason something on the inside is pushing me to prepare despite my age.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

It's good to be in training :)

[@josephlewis1912]

I feel like I am getting better at waiting and being patient, I am also getting better with obedience and learning to properly love the Lord. However, I dont see how I can view God greater than my desire for a Godly wife. God is good, yes, bit God isnt here. God cant hold you, God can't or ussually doesnt talk to you clearly like your spouse can, God doesnt give you the same kind of fellowship and love a spouse can. While the hope for something beyond death and the corruption of this life is satisfying, those 2 loves are totally different. The love of a spouse God cannot supply and a spouse cannot supply the love God gives. If that were the case the bible wouldnt say "its not good for man to be alone, I will make him a helper."

[@venividiamavi2023]

One thing I learned from Andy Stanley... am I the person that the person that I am looking for is looking for

[@danishhald]

This is so hard! I’m missing the mark in waiting. I am not content enough in being single.

[@graces1475]

This video heals me a lot . Soon by faith I'm telling I will marry a godly spouse and a blessing for all . Praise to God in faith

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

All glory to God!

[@Queen-rx3tj]

I have been waiting on God for a spouse for a long time. I'm almost 41 . No children my heart is in so much pain, because I've been wanting to get married and have a husband since I was a kid.

[@Queen-rx3tj]

@Sun Flower I been saved all my life praying and waiting. Trying to be holy, but I'm just about ready to give up living right it's not getting me any were.

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

God bless as you pray about what steps of faith to take!

[@INDIANdickheads]

My church had couples with failed marriages and remarried again they are all happy and living good. This waiting is old school concept now a days. People finding happiness with simple things. They are doing awesome rather than waiting and wasting life moments.

[@Jessica_BR]

The God's time is perfect! I have stopped to do the things on my own way. Everything that God has for us is much better than our limited minds could expect. I'm trusting and following His plan. I am sure that it won't bring pain. No more wounds 🙏💖

[@florflory9325]

This is it the answer from God for me..😊🙏thank YOU LORD GOD JESUS,thank YOU Heavenly Father..By faith,Godly spouse is coming soon😊

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

God bless!

[@rosecoleman9090]

AAAMEN 🙏 AND AAAMEN 🙏I WILL CONTINUE TO WAIT ON THE LORD!!!

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

God bless Rose!

[@d.marieandrews8007]

A-MAN/A-MEN 🤗💞🙌🙏👣💏A-MAN/A-MEN 😍💏👣🙏🙌💞

[@TheKingsQueen]

I needed to see this - I’m literally having the hardest time right now with this, 😔

[@luisdiego._-_.]

I bless God 🙏🏻 Sublime video Mark 🙌🏻

[@ApplyGodsWordcomMarkBallenger]

So glad it was helpful Luis!