EP 15: Love Is Patient

[@rosesandthornswithjen]

Megan, ever since I started watching you on KFS 2 years ago, I feel like my life synchronized with yours in a way that God has led me to your channel for guidance. In the last 2 years I’ve separated from my son’s father, found out my 2yr old has autism + DS and we just recently moved homes. (That’s just scratching the surface). Starting all over has been a walk in a long dark tunnel but because of you I found Christ and started to read his word. I’ve been abstinent since my separation and committed to waiting until marriage. I’ve never commented on a video before but I just want to thank you for your vulnerability and light. This channel has been a blessing and safe space for me. Forever supporting you!❤️

[@YahwehGodwithus]

We could tell God was moving in you even during the last podcast you previously had . You could tell God was pulling you a different direction keep trusting him

[@YahwehGodwithus]

Holy Spirit definitely trying to tell his children to do this ! I keep thinking too . The more I’m learning he was trying to protect us

[@myalah8212]

“when you’re waiting on God for something you desire, continue being obedient bc he’s strengthening you & building your endurance.”

[@ShelbyHarris09]

Amen ❤

[@MakeupChineen]

Amen

[@chifunilomwanza5957]

This is so good!!!

[@ashleyrutland5020]

My husband and I were together 8 years prior to giving our life to Christ in July of 2023. We were convicted in October of 2023. The choice to be abstinent for the five month leading to our wedding day was so freeing. I thank God for the sexual morality conviction because with removing the distraction of sex. My husband and I had the room to work on the areas of our relationship that needed attention. It allowed space for a new level of intimacy which involved Christ. The way I love, appreciate, and just view my man is so new and pure.

[@calllstephan]

the realization you seriously just might not have no sex is a crazy process 😭 love the rawness of this conversation 🫶🏽

[@sixteen.candles.4644]

It is. Like sheesh

[@koyance]

That's the easy part lol

[@krissaca09]

@@koyance exactly ! Lol

[@FindingNeli]

Wild! But that’s because we’ve tasted what was forbidden in the first place. God said what he said and had we listened and trusted initially we’d be just fine.

[@sydniecooper687]

It’s so refreshing to hear not only women, but a man too is willing to wait. I always hear women say it, but rare that men say it as well. I am believing God to bless me with a village of both guys and girls on a walk with Christ and who are also wanting to wait until marriage and if marriage doesn’t happen they are still willing to wait. I LOVED this episode, this is what we need to hear! This was a blessing! ❤

[@lemogangmonnahela9091]

Love this take and yeah a community of like minded people is a definite must!

[@lemogangmonnahela9091]

In Totality blankets would be really dope cs you always hv a fleece blanket around.

[@Je_Dion]

That’s a great idea and the color in the video fits perfectly 🙃🙏🏾 wrapped in a blanket of love

[@lovely.pressence]

Perfectttttt pitch

[@erinisom2]

I would sooo buy!! The energy of the podcast in blanket form is so loving!!

[@lemogangmonnahela9091]

@@erinisom2 definitely!!!

[@olaotis7867]

you are just becoming more confident and comfortable every week. i appreciate and love you Ms girl!!

[@therealrxm]

The way my heart shattered into a million pieces when Jay + Jordan said they don’t know Love. Definitely an OG Kirk classic.

[@audriwilliams7943]

Nah for real I was flabbergasted 😂

[@christinaangea]

Feeling alone for the conviction of sex before marriage is real ! So it is a relief when you hear others are doing it too or trying to … makes you feel you’re not alone even if y’all are far away from me! ❤

[@JasmineScott930]

You're not alone! :)

[@lemogangmonnahela9091]

We're all in this walk together..

[@christinaangea]

Hi 👋🏽 village!! 🛖

[@erinisom2]

Yes this gave me more courage!!

[@ReeB727]

I literally was thinking and telling God No one talks about this enough!! To say I’ve been battling with my flesh this entire week !!! My pivotal change was God speaking to me and saying it’s not the sex you desire , it’s the LACK OF LOVE YOU RECEIVE!!! God started to help me work on my self worth and He is currently showing me who I am to him !!! ❤❤❤

[@lemogangmonnahela9091]

Love This!

[@ReeB727]

I’m also so glad that God reminds me I’m not the only one going through this !!! So many younger and older people are aligning themselves with the will of God to abstain from Sex until Marriage!!! It’s hard but it’s exciting to know you’re not alone !!! ❤❤❤

[@Naturallyshe77]

“Its not sex you desire, its the lack of love you receive” . Wow that def hit me, thank you for sharing!

[@ReeB727]

@@Naturallyshe77 yes mam ! When I say hit me like a ton of bricks . We as humans so often mistake sexual pleasure for love or authentic intimacy and it couldn’t be more far off . Thank You Jesus for revelation!

[@nevadaladivya]

Also I’ve learned that true love is not found on Feb.14, but in John 3:16 ♥️ and all throughout the Holy Bible

[@erinisom2]

Just looked this up. Agreed 💜

[@nevadaladivya]

I’m only 13 mins in but I can completelyyyy relate Megan! I was just saved back in November however I made a vow to myself in October 2023 that I was done having sex forever. I was 100% okay with becoming a nun 😂 but now that I’m walking with Christ my vow is to Him and with more knowledge comes understanding that my body is truly a temple and made for the Lord and His promises/will for my life. The Covenant will NOT be broken! No sex until marriage period 🥰

[@llaw8760]

“I don’t get just to do what I want to do with this body”. God continue to be with Meagan. Protect her. To be in this place where she’s self aware and able to understand that the flesh it what it is, and at the same time knowing that the blessing will ALWAYS be in the wait.

[@rubiRDN416]

Thank you so much Megan, you are doing kingdom work! You’ve been a support for me during my current walk with God. I feel like I relate to you as a sister in Christ. Keep doing what you’re doing!! 💜

[@SamanthaHall-Cortez]

🛖🛖🛖🙏🏽🙏🏽Yes Jay!!! Even allowing the person through the door. I felt it! I still went through with it. The entire time, my body couldn’t even do the thing because the conviction was so strong. As soon as he left I dropped to my knees and cried. And prayed. And I felt shame and guilt. Like Jay described this pressure of the entire ocean. The entire room was heavy. I felt it in my chest, I couldn’t breathe. I promised to him that night, I will never do it again. I felt like I was going through a breakup even. Like I had just cheated on Him. And I knew who’d would forgive me but I had to get through forgiving myself for knowingly breaking his heart and my own 😢

[@_GoldisLove]

As soon as Megan started singing LOVE - Gods property my heart sunk but filled with joy ! my dad played this song over and over when I was younger. (Including Sweet Spirit - Gods Property ) I am SO grateful to experience the LOVE my Dad was able to share with me before leaving this earth. I could go on and on and onnnn about LOVE .. the pure LOVE that God has given us all.. generation after generation. .. -

[@letscarryit]

More of us got to fight for our marriages especially as minorities. We don’t “Fall out of love “ we fall out of Forgiveness and repentance

[@NoelaN-en6yl]

It is so refreshing to find a space with likeminded people, especially in this day and age where sin is normalized😢 #ReadYourBible 🙏🏾

[@erinisom2]

Ugh! YES!

[@dfortune7490]

Stephanie Ike Okafur was the first person I came across to frame purity so beautifully and practically. Guest suggestion for consideration given the opening topic.... Great convo!

[@GraceOmino]

I love her!

[@nickeyag1912]

Baby sis I wish I could share some situations with you were I was so lost about going through my divorce because we have some things in common… but it took me til 39 years old ( now 40YRS) to really start understanding how I was always hearing God’s voice and didn’t even recognize it and how I could’ve avoided the trauma I went through dealing with relationships after divorce.. but I thank God for what I did go through so that my testimony helps younger women understand God’s love and divine order for us.

[@hnurse447]

I LOVE IT HERE!! My heart has been changed too girl lol but it’s a different type of strength! I turn 33 next month - No kids or anything yet, but I’m determined to have a complete family! God, Husbabnd, Kids and everythingggggg in that order! lol I know that my obedience will take me where I need to go, so I’ll wait in good faith while asking God to give me more strength and patience to get thru it!! God’s Promises Are MORE THAN WORTH IT!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@twinmamacooks2469]

It took a traumatic experience to make me want his presence more than anything. Dying to the flesh actually gave me life rather than when I actively abused grace and wanted to be in my own will. The knock off version of anything is good at first until it wears out then your on chasing the next “new” thing. His ways work and offer peace!

[@lemogangmonnahela9091]

So Good

[@daninicoleeee]

I've been on this same journey, waiting until marriage to have sex. On top of that, I can't really see myself dating or being with anyone (in this season of my life). But I believe that person is out that, just waiting on God's timing.

[@destinylyn.]

Happy Valentine’s Day Everyone 1st . I had this conversation with myself when I realized that I no longer had a desire to have sex and that I want what god wants for me. (I’ll stop there lol) 2. Your story about patience was just in time because of a situation yesterday where I felt left by him. I’m always asking him to give me patience but still wanting to rush his process/ plan Thank you Megan ❤

[@lemogangmonnahela9091]

Re-Watching the ep... 35:25 "God if your presence isn't there, I don't want to be there. A relationship would be nice but your presence is better". 🔥🔥🔥🎯🎯🎯😭

[@empressnel]

I would love to see Jay being interview I feel like he has a story to tell from behind the lens.

[@sixteen.candles.4644]

Yes

[@kristylove100]

Thank you for talking on this topic. I have been celibate for 2 years. I feel like God has taken me down a different path and his purpose for me doesn't include a partner at this current moment. He is really doing great things in my life and I like you want to do it his way. He has redeemed and restored me from things from my past that brought me so much shame and guilt and helped me have esteem I didn't have before in relationships. I have security and trust in him which I lacked in so many of my relationships. My relationship with him is the most fulfilling relationship I will ever have so if my cup is full with him I'm good. Thank you for sharing and I hope we all stay close to God because with him our cups run over with love!

[@lemogangmonnahela9091]

This episode ended too quickly, that's how good it was 😭💖 Meg what you said about coming to the table to eat whew 🔥🔥 definitely will be replaying this. I also will not be having sex until I'm married, that's just how important my relationship with God is. The more I keep my gaze on Jesus and growing in him the easier it becomes, I don't even think about sex that way anymore. You have really come a long way sis, you are growing in confidence week by week. Another well rounded balanced episode, I really appreciate the mixture of the depth combined with the lightness of the conversation, a total winning combination every time so kudos to you.

[@kaydee5103]

I’m so glad this discussion was had!! I made a full commitment 2 yrs ago to be married before having sex and since then He has done a work in me. And the part about not feeling like I’m missing out or lacking is so true and peaceful. One of the best decisions I have made thus far, aside from recommitting my life to Christ

[@lesliewebster5448]

This was my fav episode so far! This is a conversation that was needed to have! This is a conversation we don’t really hear but it’s crazy how a lot of us are n the same boat! Love you Meg 🛖🛖

[@MsHoneyYoung]

Ms. Megan Ashley, you were preaching and teaching today. Yesssss Holy Spirit! Romans 12:6-8!

[@lemogangmonnahela9091]

FACTS!!!

[@Anjanette1derful]

Megan I love that you still have your tree up, I do as well😊

[@shmeikahall4809]

I had my tree up until March last year. Lol! My coworkers suggested that if I did that this year, redecorate the tree with whatever is going on (for ex. Red hearts for Valentine’s Day or ornaments for Spring)

[@tanishaking6665]

Megan i love u i thank you. I was in tears earlier bécasse i listened to your when u had ashley from UK talikng about obdience. & bécasse of your obdience to God o gave God Another Yes & à Complete Yes to his will his way & to do it in Obédience to get closerie. I struggle with being alone & feelings of abondamment issues. Keep me in prayer as i continue to pray for you

[@ShelbyHarris09]

This is just the message that really hit home. Recently, I realized was I blindly unequally yolked with a man that only loved me for material things and his other fleshly desires. I’m happy God gave me the discernment early in our relationship because he cheated on me and emotionally abused me. So I left….RAN FAST! I felt sad, lonely, and not worthy. But my God really did save me and protected me from loosing myself and loosing faith Him. God saw it firsthand so he knows what’s right for me. That man was no good. I know that God will never leave me or forsake me. And I can go to Him for everything and anything. I am pulled out of the wilderness and free from what the enemy has tried to send me. I bind it and send back and evil in the name of Jesus. Thank you Lord for setting me free! I’m taking my sweet time going into the next relationship.

[@beunapologetically9194]

That’s crazy because I’ve definitely had the feeling that God was in the room watching me. Thats what pushed me to abstinence 6 years ago. I couldn’t keep ignoring the conviction.

[@sommerstylesboutique]

My GOD!!! These testimonies! Absolutely amazing! Megan you're such a gem.❤😊

[@user-gn8jk2uk1f]

Meg you look so refreshed and you got this glow going on. Love and light

[@RealSkyyBleu]

Every episode just gets better and your light shines even brighter. Love you Meg, happy love day 💕🫶🏽

[@decarlathompson7631]

honestly this video made me so emotional. I cant even explain it!!!! Like I have already made this decision but I feel like this video just answered some question and gave me clarity that I need to keep doing what I'm doing. Thank God and thank you!! Also, Im praying for God to send me a village of friends to walk this walk with!

[@Geenster0128]

This is such a real conversation. I highly appreciate it. Thanks Megan ❤

[@Elexis715]

Wow this episode blessed me so much Megan 🥺 especially when you were speaking about the season of waiting and patience… whew I needed to see this at this exact time in my life. Thank you. You are so anointed and gifted with your words. I’ll forever be a supporter ❤️

[@camergal]

I am 40 year old single, have not dated and have been abstinent my entire life. I have tried to follow God’s way in my love life. After so many years of nothing, it’s easy to for the enemy to fill my head with lies about God’s character and His heart. I am so grateful for this podcast and this virtual community that is an encouragement to me in my walk with God. Thank you for these beautiful reminders about God’s true nature. Keep going, Megan, you are being an incredible vessel. Be blessed 🙏🏾

[@Sha-NodaMcRae0917]

GOD I want your presence more then your promises🥹 #thevillage🛖🫶🏾💙

[@SamanthaHall-Cortez]

In Jesus’ name, Amen!

[@doewalker7697]

I feel like I am in that same space of understanding that surrendering is positioning your heart to believe God's plan is better and that pleasing god is higher in my priorities than my desires. Also "There is so much opportunity in the wait"... that made me excited all over again about the journey God is walking me through! This episode gave me a lot of language in what I have been feeling.

[@mypersonalopinyin]

Got driven by eternity last week when Nora mentioned it. It’s shaking me to the coreeeeeee! Love it!

[@SachaBabie]

I have no desire to give my body to another that is not my husband

[@erinisom2]

This is so beautiful. I went through the same experience, it wasn't the person, it was the way I needed to be loved differently than before, I needed to be seen differently because I was seeing myself differently. God meant more than my temporary pleasure. Nothing is worth the growth of the spirit. I feel it will also lead you divine union and something sent by God due to the obedience and the spirit you're filling yourself with. 💜 & YES! You no longer feel lack, you feel filled, whole. It makes it easy to walk with your promises. 🙏

[@sfreeman417]

Megan, I love your conviction and how you love God unwavering. His holy spirit is on you. You preached a whole word today!!! ❤

[@angelikaalbino689]

perfect message, and on Vday! Congrats Megan on all your successes.

[@keepingmyhomeclean8863]

You are such a blessing you have made me so self aware of my walk with God every second of my life.Thank you❤

[@BrownGrlService]

Wow! God is on time! Just yesterday I experienced the same thing you mentioned about your boys with my daughter & God show me ME! I kept giving her instructions but she was focused on not seeing me, even though hearing me she panicked. I said “wow do I act like this” and yes I have... & i did ask God to show me, Me… wow wow…🤎 love you Meg.

[@user-pv4wu7so9l]

I’m listening to this a week later (Valentine’s Day was this time last week). I woke up today and LOVE by Kirk Franklin was in my spirit. All day! I even posted the song along with 1 Corinthians 13:4-8. And boom! You’re singing the exact song! 🥹 God is so so faithful. Every episode touches me but this today…thank you, Lord. Thank you, Megan for your obedience to do this podcast. You’re blessing so many ppl! Keep going! ♥️🙏🏽

[@prettyfitfitness7425]

My goodness Megan! This is sooo much confirmation!

[@bettybell8069]

Faith come by hearing and hearing the WORD of God... continuing ..... hearing.. ❤

[@kodwat2134]

What was difficult for me to accept was that I may not be intimate with anyone again because I have chosen to walk faithfully with the Lord. I also knew that the Lord is and will always be with me, I just have to learn to trust what He has for me. He has helped me over time to accept this. Even when that desire creeps in, I run to Him for help. It is not a smooth or easy journey but Hebrews 2:18 helped me a lot that “Because He Himself has suffered in being tempted, He is able to help and provide immediate assistance to those who are tempted and exposed to suffering.” AMP

[@taylynhill5700]

Megan!! 🫶🏾 I know that in one of your podcasts, you were speaking on how you had a moment where you wanted your life to be private & for no one to know who you were. I’m just here to say that you’ve helped inspire me in my walk with God. Listening to your conversation with Brenda was full of knowledge, that we the people NEED! Not many are having powerful conversations like this. You’re here and Podcasting for a reason. You’re helping so many and you don’t even know. You’re also gracing our screens with a level of Beauty and Confidence in God, that is not very common. Keep going!!

[@BrownEbony]

Megan, thank you so much for you and this podcast! 🌹

[@katrinalo.3773]

You are absolutely speaking what is on my mind!😂 thank you for your vulnerability

[@Monique670]

Meg, whyyy do you still have that Christmas tree up ? 🤣😂 🫶🏾

[@sabrinasolorio4819]

Girlll I was distracted asf tooo 😂😂😂❤❤❤

[@lemogangmonnahela9091]

Lolest like sis where's the offering basket so we can release the Xmas tree from it's obligation... Meg come on now sis lol

[@Monique670]

@@sabrinasolorio4819 I had to check the calendar real quick like am I trippin 🤔😂🤣

[@Monique670]

@@lemogangmonnahela9091 no seriously 😂😅

[@inherg]

I love this conversation. Practicing celibacy until marriage is definitely an isolated space so it feels good to know I’m not the only one who practicing this.

[@MoAshlei]

5 minutes in and I’m shouting!! My relationship went left about 6 months into my pregnancy last year. I was shattered. Now I’m a single mama and as much as I want to date (even have a lil boo! I’m human - sorry! Lmao) I feel like God is telling me to wait and pour into myself. I’m just over here praying for my Russell Wilson! 😂

[@She.is.Shaina]

I appreciate you & your obedience to God so much 🫶🏾

[@termsofteannab6979]

Thank you guys so much I needed this one this morning. I love you all and appreciate yall 🩵

[@FindingNeli]

Been reading about and meditating on agape love. It’s deep. Eros, philia, storge can only be elevated and sustained on the foundation of agape - the love of God.

[@ourbreakthroughpodcast9353]

Yup!! That’s the jam right there. All his hits are #classic

[@desireemonique6816]

That song is my jam! I literally thought everyone knew it lol

[@marlisajohnson]

Good stuff , Love you Megan .. the universe needed you. 🙏🏽

[@keyladeneen59]

I am new to this podcast. Literally came across this platform yesterday. And I really appreciate the transparency on the desire for sex and intimacy. That has literally been my vice for the last few years. I feel like God has been shifting my heart in that area though because as y'all said, if its not God ordained, Ion want it🙅🏾‍♀️ This was a great listen ❤️

[@Ta_meisha]

Megan this podcast episode is on point!! Thank You❤

[@Ladiesfirst321]

Another one. Thank you.

[@SaraSmile211]

Thank you... this was for me.🙌🏾

[@KingdomxTeachings]

I’ve already accepted this I want YAH’s will over all & trusting that he knows what my heart desires at the same time even if that means no sex until marriage or even no marriage & no sex at all 😌for I live in complete faith that YAH’s will is greater than my fleshly thinking or desires for I was created in his image & want to keep it that way, his will, YAH🤍

[@BigEnergyCakeess]

This definitely was a word👏🏼

[@lenicefranklin794]

wooooow. I’ve been getting that heavy lately this was such confirmation

[@jennifermarie1086]

This this this is sooo GOOD! We want His promises than His presence 😭

[@aisham92]

Deep! I’m so glad I found this channel.

[@MeizonaWillis.RealEstate]

Thank you for this message of encouragement. ❤ I’ve also made the decision recently to wait until marriage & thought I was alone.

[@valerietaylor2856]

😮Hello Ms.Ashley I recently started listening to your podcast.This episode is very needed for those who are saved, and living there lives in the way that we should, according to his commandments ❤

[@Colette0376]

This was beautiful! I know this but this is just the reminder that I needed. Thank you!

[@ella2082]

My mom used to blast that whole album lol Gods property with Kirk Franklin a lot when I was younger. That is a classic 🙌🏾💕💕

[@callmequasha]

I’m shocked you weren’t convicted before! Being who YOU are. But i recently have had this conviction within the past 1-3 years. But to have that conversation and feel God is in the room is powerful. ❤🎉

[@lifewiththeodums]

Enjoyed listening to this video! Thanks Megan for keeping it honest sis! This was a good conversation to hear. Once making Jesus Lord of my life in 2014, knowing that the Bible was the standard, I never considered having sex outside of marriage an option at all so it's really eye opening to hear more about people's abstinence journey. I guess I can feel a bit removed from that and forget how big of a deal it is for most people. I'm reminded of Jesus telling us to count the cost before choosing to follow Him. He's like is this really what you want to do?! 😂 It's encouraging to witness your growth and I know it's not easy having your journey showcased before the world so thank you for continuing to show up and be obedient! People need to hear this. 💗

[@Bri.is.DaniiGold]

This was a whole word! I’m currently engaged and have really resonated with that you said!

[@shanicelynchovv7911]

Ive been patiently waiting for your next upload😊

[@artiesha42]

I knew the song immediately Megan❤❤❤❤

[@jojoalford1853]

Ahhhhh I have the Tony Evans study bible and I lovvvvvveee it!

[@mckenziethomas7992]

I really do hope this goes well for you I hope you get everything out of this experience I hope this is fun and loving and kind and be at peace with your life and where you’re going I am so proud you put your story out here you can be so proud in telling it I love you I love that you do this and yeah keep going in sis

[@ran_tastic]

WOW Thank you for this ❤

[@candaceholston9073]

My God! Around about time stamp 26:00, A WORD WAS GIVEN!!!!!!!

[@cassywells1336]

I absolutely love that Kirk Franklin song!!! I haven’t heard it in a while!

[@ggt1380]

This was beautiful!❤️❤️❤️

[@dancer53alyssa]

Thank you for this.

[@jeannilsamuel1448]

Thank you 💎✨

[@moxiejae321]

Same, totally relate ❤

[@akilahbatyah6505]

Thanks Meg, needed this

[@catherinegriggs]

Megan, Can you have Jay and Jordan come on screen when they are sharing? Thanks

[@tlc0508]

I KNOW that song. Love it!

[@kyeashapeterson398]

This was great episode 🙏🏾 Thanks for sharing your vulnerability❤ #ThanksMegan💜

[@tameraanderson1543]

Amen your testimony is beautiful glory to God! You asked about the conviction that happened when we don't want to have sex before marriage anymore. I remember when I was 19 yrs old almost 20 yrs old feeling a conviction like I'm cheating on God as in giving His body to someone else. He says our body is a temple where He dwells in Romans. I'm in my 30s now and through this journey the Holy Spirit through has taught me as well as hearing Pastors say that what you don't feed won't grow. I had to examine my habits the type of music, movies, and conversations I have. The mind and heart store memories from our past that have emotions attached sometimes our minds go off into a fantasy land of reminiscing. The scripture cast down every imagination that exalts itself against the knowledge of God is so powerful. We have a choice to allow the lustful thoughts to consume us or renounce them and say no you won't dwell here. I rebuke lust and I welcome your Holy Spirit and began to praise God. I'm saying this because I used to think the desire to have sex would never go away and I'll always struggle with lust, but it's not true. Yes we have temptations and desires but we didn't sin because we have the temptation. The Lord has equipped us for the temptation. We have the choice to pass the test and the test will come, but know the Holy Spirit is there giving us away out. One last thing I've had times where I'm listening to my audio Bible and all these lustful thought will pop up. I chose to ignore the word and just dwell on the lustful thoughts. Now by the grace of God I know it's from the enemy aka the devil and I rebuke him!

[@pop0944]

I feel like I was led to this video... I've been celibate for 2yrs and I just recently became completely single, the opportunities are coming and I accidentally clicked on this video. Smh and now I'm shook. 😂😂😂