Our Love Story + How We Met

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Join me today as Josh and I tell the story of how we met and fell in love. This is such a small part of our story, but we love to relive it!

[@debbyyoung9454]

Josh is so sweet. I love that a man admits that he cries. In my eyes that makes them a strong person. Josh, you are worthy. God's plan is perfect and he coordinated your union with Kristen and with Him. God bless you both ❣️

[@KristenHoffman]

He is such a strong and amazing man!

[@daviddale9510]

What a sweet story

[@sandybitter4609]

The transparency from your husband in telling the story about how he met, fell in love and wanted to marry you is so refreshing!

[@KristenHoffman]

He is the best!

[@divasmom8]

Oh my gosh…. you are such an adorable couple! Josh is the sweetest! The fact that he admits how emotional his love for you makes him, is beyond endearing. What a beautiful love story you have ❤️

[@KristenHoffman]

He is the sweetest thing! I can't get enough of him.

[@ximenabaughman3592]

Awww, Josh you are very sweet, never change the way you show your feelings about your wife. Your girls will learn not to settle for a man that loves them less than their dad loves their mom (if that makes any sense). I hope God keeps on blessing you both with a beautiful marriage and a loving family.

[@KristenHoffman]

These girls are going to have high standards!

[@dianeforsman2179]

Yes wedding pictures please please! You two are such an inspiration to the rest of us so real and genuine thank you thank you for all your work that you do with your Channel! We mothers of large families that are devoted to staying home with them understand where you're coming from and so so appreciate you and all your wholesome loving christ-centered entertainment. I love binge watching your videos and look forward to seeing more when it's convenient for you and your family. I think of all the garbage that's out there that people binge watch if people only would take time to watch wholesome content like yours their whole thought process and lives would be changed forever.

[@tinayoung2543]

I stumbled on your channel yesterday...how sweet of a story. God's grace is what it's all about. Never stop sharing your story.

[@JJandJPublishing]

Hi, Kristen, I found your channel almost a week ago, and my hubby can contest that I have watched you every day since! The love you and your husband have for each other, is so beautiful!!! In one of your 2021 videos, you mentioned that a large percentage of older women made up the majority of your viewership (that was then). I'm in that group, and I concur - your personality is captivating. As far as marriage is concerned, an equally yoked companionship is the foundation in which a family can thrive. Dr. Myles Monroe once said, "The father is not the head of the family, but the foundation." How right he was! My hubby of 43 years (next month) says wonderful things about me too, but when I look at the magnitude of how God has used him to provide for me and our 13 children - enabling me to be a domestic engineer and having home-schooled in the past for more than thirty years, I commend husbands like ours for being submissive to God to the calling of a simple life, and for the sacrifice wherever and whenever necessary to put family first, as a nurturer and protecter. Lastly, Kristen, I love that you were led to start this channel. What you have produced is entertainingly wholesome as well as informational and educational, my kind of jam, and I agree with your husband... you may be more than what he thought he deserved, but now after more than ten years of marriage, you are a reflection of each other! May the Lord, our God continue to bless your marriage and your family! 💌 Justine

[@KristenHoffman]

Wow, thank you so much for being here!

[@linp1268]

Oh my goodness, I am so emotional. I am crying too. What an adorable couple. You both are soo sweet!! Thank you for sharing your story💗

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you for being here, Lin!

[@marcycooley9002]

Thank you for sharing your story. You’re absolutely adorable together and to see the way Josh looks at you…he clearly adores you. ♥️

[@KristenHoffman]

He is such a good man!

[@millyricart805]

Every relationship has its ups and downs, but when you have Christ in your life, you are able to get through it. May God continue blessing you both and your beautiful family. Thanks for sharing.

[@KristenHoffman]

He has helped us get through MANY difficult seasons.

[@vickiwaller6326]

This was the sweetest story! I enjoyed hearing it.

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you for listening, Vicki!

[@kmrolland67]

Ok I love him!! What a sweet story and you can certainly see how much you two love each other!

[@KristenHoffman]

I love him so much!

[@stacybohannon6001]

Such a sweet video.. A match made in heaven.. Josh seems like a gentle giant. Thanks for the share of your life.

[@KristenHoffman]

He is such a good man!

[@carolewhite4659]

Such a sweet love story; thanks for sharing it with us!!!

[@KristenHoffman]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@lilyh.4174]

You are truly an inspiring couple, becoming friends before a couple is GOALS! Loved your story, thank you for sharing 🙏

[@KristenHoffman]

We are such great friends!

[@brenwhite5775]

What a precious story! You guys just bring the best out in each other! What a testimony to your faith & love for each other!! This is a great video to share with young people! It is obvious that you have truly been there for each other!! Thank you for sharing your story!!❤️

[@KristenHoffman]

He has been the greatest partner through it all!

[@glorianelson9538]

What a wonderful, sweet story Kristen and Josh! You really were meant to be together so you could have your beautiful family! My husband and I will celebrate our 42nd wedding anniversary next month. Thank you for sharing your lovely story with us!

[@KristenHoffman]

Congratulations on 42 years, Gloria!

[@elainebenham4739]

Lovely story, Josh almost made me cry telling how much he loves you.

[@KristenHoffman]

He is so sweet to me! I absolutely adore him.

[@gaelenoconnell-bidabadi]

I teared up watching this! you're both such a beautiful but also real couple. thank you and congrats to you both for the touching and honest love story!

[@SaraMaurnoRealtor]

Your love makes me so happy for you. You are so well met! Hearing your story makes me really miss my deceased beloved. Treasure each other always.

[@kimwells8395]

Kristen, I can't believe I found you on KZbin, but have known you since high school. Loved your story, your wedding, and everything you have shared! You both are amazing together!

[@KristenHoffman]

I remember you from elementary!

[@shannonjohnson2105]

I love this video! Knowing a little bit more of you both and getting to know each of you and your story is so sweet!

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you for being here, Shannon!

[@rono33]

LOVED this story, you guys are great, thank you guys for sharing, don't know how I found your channel but super glad it popped up for me 🙂

[@KristenHoffman]

I'm glad you're here, Ronny!

[@kkelly4360]

Awwwww.... you guys are adorable! Love the stories. Please keep them coming!

[@KristenHoffman]

We'll probably have more like this in the future!

[@Jompiheyholetsgo]

Sooooo cute story!! God bless you both!

[@tammyleer9268]

You guys are so sweet! Love your story. What a super guy Josh is. Thanks sharing! 😍

[@KristenHoffman]

He really is too good to be true. God knew exactly what I needed in a husband.

[@robinnieto2703]

Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful story. Being friends first is the best way to start a good relationship. Friendship is the best foundation for a lasting marriage. I married my best friend 38 years ago and it was the best decision I’ve ever made.

[@KristenHoffman]

I love that our friendship only gets deeper with time!

[@tanyajohnson7184]

Oh this is so great!!!! I was crying for Josh because I am the emotional one and my husband is the nonemotional one. Yall are great, just truly blessed!!!!

[@KristenHoffman]

It's funny. We will have seasons where it is flipped, but when we met he had just come out of a hard season, and God was so tenderly breaking his heart. He was in a beautiful, redemptive place when I met him.

[@kathryntrapman3917]

Beautiful story, what a sweet ,honorable man Josh is, GOD has Blessed you both with each other. Thank you for sharing your story.❤️❤️

[@KristenHoffman]

Thanks for listening

[@raggs121]

You guys are adorable and it’s so nice to meet Josh🙏🏻💕very enjoyable video

[@KristenHoffman]

Isn't he the sweetest?!

[@colleenbuechler6080]

Your love story is so beautiful! Thank you for sharing. I just found your channel a couple weeks ago. God bless you and your sweet family!

[@KristenHoffman]

I'm so glad you're here, Colleen!

[@KK-rs1wn]

You two are the cutest and such a special couple! God has his Hand all over you two from the very beginning. Thanks for sharing your lovely story with us! 💙

[@KristenHoffman]

We really love each other!

[@anna-mariedictson7381]

I love it! Such a sweet story:))

[@brendabrooks9699]

That was absolutely beautiful ❤ and Josh of course You deserve Kristin you sure seem like a keeper to me. You know how to treat a lady ❤ Kristin is beautiful for sure but you’re a keeper for sure❤

[@beebee4542]

Wow, he adores you. You are his princess! Never hurt him ❤

[@EmilyGarbe]

This was so sweet!! Thank you for sharing

[@KristenHoffman]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@carolcooper881]

Such an awesome Love story! You two are so cute and have such a beautiful little family!

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much, Carol!

[@elisayager634]

What a wonderful story! Thank you for sharing! Here’s to Worship teams and worship leaders. I was a worship leader for several years and yes, God’s love definitely makes me emotional. “…that saved a wretch like me…” definitely fits.

[@KristenHoffman]

So true. He cries on stage all the time, lol! He's such a strong and amazing man!

[@kaytidmore1948]

Thanks so much for sharing!! Josh seems like a really good and sweet guy. Your made for each other ❤️

[@KristenHoffman]

We have our spats, but he is SUCH a good man. Our girls and I are so blessed to call him ours!

[@franklinstephen3268]

Hello Kay how are you doing?

[@nalasmama668]

This is so darn cute! ❤

[@susanhunter1164]

This was awesome!!!! Thanks for sharing your life.

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you for being here, Susan!

[@patriciaskitch2341]

What a beautiful story, thank you for sharing. Your girls are so blessed to have two such loving parents. Love following you Kristen.

[@KristenHoffman]

I'm so glad to hear that, Patricia!

[@lindagallop6529]

Loved hearing about your story!! Thanks for sharing!

[@hjördis4]

So sweet!! Thanks both for sharing your story!

[@KristenHoffman]

Thanks for watching!

[@junephillips8762]

Y’all are the sweetest and Blessed!

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much, June!

[@teresaortiz9902]

Love hearing the story of how you both met. I smiled almost the entire time while listening. My husband and I have a very similar story. Apparently my husband and I met twice before but it’s the third meeting that I actually remember. We became quick friends and then best friends. Long story short...lots of ups and downs and two boys that are eight years apart. We recently celebrated our 23rd anniversary and are looking forward to many more years together.

[@pattyredden5123]

Such a sweet story and girl you look good in colored clothes that dark shirt was so pretty on you it brings out your eyes and your completion

[@KristenHoffman]

Congratulations on 23 years!

[@jackiebuffington89]

What a fantastic love story! You both are so lucky to have each others heart and never ending love!

[@KristenHoffman]

It's truly a journey!

[@shariwagner3002]

I always think when you know, you know. One of my test was did I feel safe and secure with this man! Thank you for sharing.💜

[@KristenHoffman]

That's a great test!

[@maxinemiller480]

I absolutely LOVED this video. I am so happy for you both!!!!

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much, Maxine!

[@lynnek4226]

Such a sweet story! Thank you for sharing with us. God always gives us blessings in a way that is better than we can imagine.

[@KristenHoffman]

You are right, Lynne!

[@bethmann3283]

You guys are just absolutely adorable! So good to see a Godly couple who are so committed to each other. God bless you both! You guys crack me up!!!

[@KristenHoffman]

We're in it for the long haul!

[@larag1764]

Josh is such a sweetie !! I love hearing how couples met. Congratulations on your sponsor. Hi from Australia xx

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much, Lara!

[@brendaneal-johnson7034]

Very sweet love story. You two were really smart about choosing a spouse. Thanks for sharing!

[@KristenHoffman]

I figure life is kind of like an elevator! You can only kiss each other for so long until you're just sitting there staring at each other and talking, lol!

[@jodisampson4508]

Such a sweet story, what an adorable couple you are!

[@tanaconnelly6960]

How fun! Now we want wedding pictures. 🙏🌞🎃🍂

[@KristenHoffman]

What a great idea! I can't believe I didn't even think about including those!

[@rsnj4501]

Such a sweet story💕

[@mistyt2703]

How sweet the two of you are together! Thanks for sharing

[@KristenHoffman]

He is the best!

[@candacekesting1786]

This was great !!

[@lindasmith5190]

Thank you for sharing that beautiful story. I know God had a hand in it.

[@carolberryman9147]

Your story of friendship, love, and marriage is beautiful!

[@KristenHoffman]

He is my best friend!

[@phyllisanngodfrey6137]

I smiled the ENTIRE time I watched this. My face hurt from smiling big for 20 minutes. God Bless you both. You did it the right way for all the right reasons. 👍🏻🥰🙏🏼

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank God that He brought us to each other!

[@judyellen4412]

Loved your story, you two!

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much, Judy!

[@Grecia.R]

This was so sweet. Thank you for sharing! Of course you had all the boys after you Kristen, you're gorgeous and so innocently sweet. You and Josh have a beautiful story that is only getting better with your growing family. May God bless you, Josh and your beautiful girls.

[@KristenHoffman]

I don't know what that was all about... haha! All through high school, none of the boys were interested in me, and then once I hit 23... I guess it was my year. lol!

[@leannosborne9238]

Such a wonderful story!

[@danapedersen3024]

I love LilySilk- it is the only shop I have ever purchased new silk pieces from- love their motto and natural mission! If I am going to invest in first owner pieces they are my go to! Way to share!❤

[@rachelschappacher1100]

It's nice to see and hear your love story... Happy to know it's real for some. 🥰 The roller coaster is the journey.

[@KristenHoffman]

It really is!

[@wyoag12]

What a sweet story! Blessings to your family. God does great things through strong families.

[@KristenHoffman]

I can't wait to see what He has in store for us!

[@maureenhauerwas9641]

This was so fun. You are both so refreshing and TRUE! God’s blessings to you both. Hugs🌸

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much, Maureen!

[@lisafriend5535]

Sarah sent me to you. What a sweet love story, I found myself smiling ear to ear as I watched.

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much, Lisa!

[@cindyann5841]

This is a wonderful video, you two are adorable!

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much, Cindy!

[@adrianarodriguez9632]

I am happy you got something brand new.

[@vane333]

I smiled throughout the whole video! You are the absolute sweetest couple!

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much, Vanessa!

[@KRC-es1xi]

Beautiful story ❤

[@georgiamoore8231]

Love your story. You can tell both of you are still in love.

[@KristenHoffman]

We definitely are! Things change over the years, but we have never had a dull moment!

[@neweverymorningmercy3491]

That was so sweet, brought tears to my eyes.

[@KristenHoffman]

He is such a good man!

[@carolyost6733]

You 2 are adorabke. LOVE THIS VIDEO. WE HAVE BEEN THROUGH TOUGH TIMES , TOO, BUT JOSH AND YOU SAID IT SO WELL, WE R IN IT TOGETHER. SO CUTE YOU 2 ARE!

[@KristenHoffman]

Tough times are part of the package!

[@adalineproulx9773]

Awww i love this story!! 🥰 I just subscribed amd love your home and family 🥰

[@hollywashburn4124]

Ditto! Thank you for sharing your love story!🥰

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you for being here, Holly!

[@MartinlovesFrances]

Thumbs up on your love story. ❤️🤗You and Josh are so good for each other & you know it was all God. Kristen you are blessed to have an emotional husband and best friend. Strong together for sure!

[@KristenHoffman]

He is so good to me!

[@aprilborrillo2482]

Friendship that turned into Love. Thank you for sharing your love story! 💕

[@cindyhancock5261]

Such a beautiful love story!❤️

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much, Cindy!

[@pattyesch9549]

You guys are so sweet! Great story!

[@KristenHoffman]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@thelittlepaintedcottage3331]

What a darling story. So pure and sweet. Thank you for sharing your story. Beautiful ♥️

[@tlew9429]

Beautiful story. We’ve been married 48 years. I’m older by one year and we met during my sophomore year of college. We were 18 and 19, married at 20 & 21 and finished college as a married couple. It can work. Ours has. Wishing you a beautiful life.

[@KristenHoffman]

Josh's mom was married at 15, and they are still married!

[@christinewinner6425]

Just found your channel, so touched by your story. God bless you all and let Love be your greatest treasure. I am looking forward to getting to know you both better, and being part of your You Tube family. Have a great day.

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you for being here, Christine!

[@lynnehuffman2932]

Josh, I love how you love your wife. Tears are beautiful. And tears flowing because of God’s grace….. blessing beyond measure. Thank you both for sharing your story.

[@KristenHoffman]

He is truly an amazing man, and the best husband I could ever ask for!

[@llnut4775]

Such a sweet story! I am a firm believer in marrying your best friend! (As long as there’s a spark too 😉)

[@KristenHoffman]

Friendship first!

[@royalnavarre1673]

Josh is so in love with you!! What a wonderful, kind, loving, and humble man. Congratulations that you found each other.

[@KristenHoffman]

He is truly so good to me!

[@j.christian6801]

Love your story!! Blessed for sure!!!

[@KristenHoffman]

God is so good to us! We tried to do things the right way, and I really believe our family is blessed for it!

[@MissingMayberry]

This is precious!!! I love when men are vulnerable with who they love and with God especially!! We need more of that to show the younger generation that it’s not weakness! It’s a strength ❤ thanks for sharing your story!

[@KristenHoffman]

Absolutely!!

[@barbarahenegar3167]

That was a super sweet love story!

[@KristenHoffman]

You are so kind

[@kcotjo]

Great story of 2 people who patiently grew to love one another. We just celebrated our 43rd anniversary. Met in jr. high.....living here in the middle of Nebraska. Our children live in Omaha. Grandparents to 6! We are thankful God has been in the center of our lives getting us through the ups and downs. Thank you for sharing your sweet story! Looking forward to many more!! What's with those Huskers :( :( :(

[@KristenHoffman]

6 grandchildren... what a blessing! Congratulations on 43 years!

[@kcotjo]

Thank you!

[@lianeabeyta4515]

Oh my goodness, this was so sweet. Josh you are so deserving of being loved my someone like Kristen. You heart and Gods wisdom knew that. But seriously.... no wedding picture????? Please post one in an upcoming video.

[@KristenHoffman]

Oh my gosh, I didn't even think about it!

[@tammyr6669]

I loved hearing your story! Tfs ❤

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much, Tammy!

[@mitzibud6908]

Another awesome video!! Thank you!!

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much, Mitzi!

[@brunomclovin8413]

Great video!!

[@elisabethpatterson9417]

Aww what a sweet video! Your husband is a nice guy. I was really hoping you'd hold up a picture of his clean shaven face! lol You two are so cute together. Thanks for sharing! :)

[@KristenHoffman]

Oh my gosh... I should have!

[@bethhoppes6388]

Oh my goodness, what a sweet husband! I am normally the emotional one but as we have gotten older my husband is emotional too. Love your story.

[@KristenHoffman]

I think that shows maturity and gratefulness!

[@barbb.7028]

The two of you are just the sweetest! I loved when Josh said he felt to blessed to have you as his wife and that he didn't deserve your love just like he didn't deserve God's grace. Loved hearing the story.

[@KristenHoffman]

He has such a beautiful story of redemption. I really look up to him!

[@barbb.7028]

@@KristenHoffman We are saved by grace and it's so amazing and shows me such love from my heavenly Father.

[@TerroYoung]

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