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.

[@SusanHorn-n3y]

Praying for a guy like Josh for my two girls 🥰You two are so cute.

[@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.

[@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!

[@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!

[@angelinecanales7398]

When u talk about him cried and he said it's cause he felt he didn't deserve u because of his past and that u were pure......u got me crying til the end

[@Jompiheyholetsgo]

Sooooo cute story!! God bless you both!

[@odilegabayengel4192]

Josh is such a wonderful genuine person ! I don't know why such gem of a person would think he is not worth a smart and beautiful girl. Because you know what ? there is nothing better that could happen to this smart and beautiful girl ! She was lucky to meet and marry you. I wish all the smart and beautiful girls out there could meet someone like you Josh.

[@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!

[@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!

[@beebee4542]

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

[@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!

[@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.

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@edensgarden1775]

Omgosh!!! I love how much Josh is sensitive. He's a blessing. I love your love story. ❤

[@rebeccabergman7718]

God works in mysterious ways. He is great with putting people together if we listen and see His miraculous ways. You two are so special. God bless you and your family.

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much, Rebecca!

[@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!

[@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.

[@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❤

[@carolewhite4659]

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

[@KristenHoffman]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!!

[@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!

[@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!

[@junephillips8762]

Y’all are the sweetest and Blessed!

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much, June!

[@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!

[@January14q]

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

[@mariaolker]

Such sweet words from your husband.

[@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.

[@doubloon4224]

MORE with JOSH, family life, marriage, and his change from his younger years with Gods grace.

[@KristenHoffman]

Made a video about this today. It will be coming out this week!

[@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?

[@trickywoo4]

Well you two are just the sweetest couple ever. I was choking up watching this video. Such a beautiful couple with a beautiful story xx

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much!!

[@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!

[@wambi10]

Josh, I think you deserve Kristin every much as she deserves you. You two are the sweetest and if I ever decide to get into a relationship again one day (didn’t pick the right person to be stuck in an elevator with) then you two are what I’m looking at as a goal.

[@KristenHoffman]

You are right. He absolutely deserves someone like me! And, I'm not always a piece of cake either! haha!

[@nonstopmom8185]

I love your story like everyone has said but wanted to add that I have purchased from Lilysilk. The order comes packaged like a present in a beautiful box with tissue paper and tied with a black ribbon. Each product was individually packaged. Very glamorous! Love my purchase.

[@KristenHoffman]

I agree! It was so glamorous!

[@nonstopmom8185]

@@KristenHoffman My only negative is that all the packaging will go into the landfill.

[@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!

[@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!

[@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

[@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!

[@karenmaxwell1486]

I loved watching this video about your love story!❤️ You two are so adorable. Thank you for sharing your story I enjoyed it so much.❣️

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much!!

[@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!

[@marymattdyer2601]

Just found you through following Amy Fritz. My daughter met her husband in Dallas while in college too,at CFNI in Texas. Love seeing Gods plans unfold in lives ❤️

[@KristenHoffman]

Josh went there for a while!

[@tinamccall3916]

Josh is sooo genuine and humble. Fine men are hard to come by 💖🤗

[@KristenHoffman]

He is a very good man.

[@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!

[@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.

[@carolcooper881]

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

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much, Carol!

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@lindasmith5190]

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

[@paytonsplace777]

I love when God writes a Love Story! Beautiful! Thank you for sharing! Can you do a video of Josh serenading you?

[@KristenHoffman]

Haha, I don't know if we would make it through without both of us cracking up!

[@franklinstephen3268]

Hello 👋 how are you doing?

[@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!

[@brendajones952]

Oh my golly, you guys!! First of all, I have been watching your channel over the past month. I love the thrift hauls! When I go to Goodwill, I find that I ask myself, "Would Kristen buy this?" Ha! Ha! Let me say, that I think you would say yes to most of them! The testimony of you and Josh is SO precious! Seriously oozes the love, grace, and greatness of the Lord! When we realize that nothing we do qualifies us as righteous, but it is all on Jesus, that is where life all begins! That you take advantage of this platform to speak your life/faith walk is wonderful! Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for your testimonies! Grace, peace, and health be with you!

[@KristenHoffman]

I'm so glad that we are helping people. God is so good!

[@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!

[@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!

[@myrnaherndon7549]

This is like the first time I have watched this and I feel like I’m watching a Hallmark movie you guys are pretty awesome God bless you

[@kkelly4360]

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

[@KristenHoffman]

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

[@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!

[@judybryant3880]

You are so blessed to look so nice even after three children. Love you and Josh together and your story and all your videos.

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much!

[@nancymosley708]

Love hearing how God brings couples together. You are so sweet. God bless your family ❤️

[@KristenHoffman]

You are so kind ♥️

[@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!

[@lindagallop6529]

Loved hearing about your story!! Thanks for sharing!

[@nattyophelia7879]

Always love a sweet love story ❤❤ you two are adorable together!

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you!! 😊

[@TerroYoung]

I love the story about the baby green paint❤❤❤ sounds good so far🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@janegreene1282]

Hi, Kristen and Josh. I enjoyed your love story so much!! God had you picked for each other!! My husband and I will be married 57 years in December. We met in college and have our love story too as so many of your viewers do. So glad you have this platform to share your love for the Lord and each other. Let your lights shine. Greetings from Oklahoma. Jane Greene

[@KristenHoffman]

Congratulations on 57 years! That is incredible, Jane!

[@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.

[@tatteredbookboutique]

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

[@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!

[@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!

[@raggs121]

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

[@KristenHoffman]

Isn't he the sweetest?!

[@courtneybougie7904]

Fabulous. I have a Josh, too. God Bless you and always, always remember how you were ordained to be each other’s partner. ❤ THRU EVERYTHING. ❤❤

[@KristenHoffman]

He is the best!

[@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!

[@MaxKent-j5e]

Wonderful to have a husband like Josh.Kristen is so sweet n lovely ❤

[@lynndixonsilva9961]

Thanks for sharing your sweet story ..... all couples have ups & downs, but knowing that your spouse is your best friend makes it all worth while..... :)

[@KristenHoffman]

So true!

[@lmddavis7748]

You guys are such a great couple. I love you story! Good advice Josh.

[@KristenHoffman]

Thanks so much!

[@maxinemiller480]

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

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much, Maxine!

[@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!

[@yvettewalshe9130]

This is so sweet!!!!!! May God always bless your marriage with many, many more happy years!!!!!!! You guys are awesome!!!!!!

[@KristenHoffman]

We're in it for the long haul!

[@catalinaburgos1807]

It is so nice to hear your love story! I can totally relate. My husband and I were best friends before dating. I was on spring vaca and decided to drive 13 hours to see him (he went away to college). We ended up bf & gf that weekend. In the summer he came to stay by me. He asked my parents for their blessing and we were married by November! I mean, once you know, you know. I agree with it having to be an easy Yes.

[@KristenHoffman]

Such a sweet story!

[@carolberryman9147]

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

[@KristenHoffman]

He is my best friend!

[@dinapirrone7518]

Beautiful story! You make a great couple. Listening to Josh was so nice! Your daughter Rosie has so many of his features. Love your family especially since you both serve Jesus. God bless from Canada

[@KristenHoffman]

Doesn't she look so much like him?!

[@dinapirrone7518]

Looks exactly like him, and the gentleness when they speak are exactly the same! Of course all 3 are precious. It was nice to see your husband on camera long enough to notice. All the best . Love your channel

[@gfgerl]

Oh my gosh…everything looks so awesome on you. You have such a sweet personality and are so gorgeous. Coming from a gal means even more. What a cute couple you guys are. New to your channel and have been binge-ing.

[@KristenHoffman]

Welcome!!

[@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!

[@susanhunter1164]

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

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you for being here, Susan!

[@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!

[@sharonsomers5513]

Such a cute story. You guys are so cute together.

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much, Sharon!

[@barbarapeterson8030]

GREAT JOB on Lilly Silk Kristen! JOSH I ABSOLUTELY AGREE ABOUT 5 YRS; I gave my husband 5 years to marry me when we met or we have to go our separate ways; 40 yrs later...TO GOD THE GLORY! I LOVED THE STORY Kristen and Josh! and look at your BEAUTIFUL FAMILY...GOD BLESS; STTB

[@KristenHoffman]

To God the glory!

[@christinerodriguezlcdc3836]

Hi love and frienship is truly a gift form God. My sister lives in Sache. I have watched several of your videos and am thankful you are "family friendly" ie. No potty mouth talk. So many channels are do yucky with their language. So kudos and Yeah You.

[@KristenHoffman]

Nice! I attended church in Sachse!