How I Got the Name. Amish Q & A Part 1

[@HoneyHollowHomestead]

When I was driving my 3 Amish guys we did not get into any long conversations on scripture, but on occasion I would quote a scripture verse that would address a certain topic. It was like giving them little snippets at a time. And yes, there was a couple times when I quoted a scripture pertaining to salvation.

[@loreekroeker5232]

I am Mennonite but Mennonite Brethren in CA. We dress like every day people. No special clothes or bonnets or head covering. We believe that Jesus did for our sins. We will go to heaven not by works but by faith.... just like you. 🙂 I really enjoy listening to your channel. Thank you for sharing.

[@cindylou3404]

What a confident, well-rounded young lady. And pretty 💗

[@Talletc]

A lady doesn't dress like that.

[@breadman6223]

@@Talletc You are mistaken. Women can dress how they want and she looks great.

[@dicedrice7216]

It's so weird. You're living in the 1850's, but you have internet access.

[@usmc_sunscreenqueen]

@@Talletc Just what, exactly, is wrong with the way she is dressed? She has on a t-shirt & hat & she is 👗modestly. I think she looks cute. She's a country girl, like me.

[@pollyanna3591]

Love your T-Shirt, Hannah! (Good video too).

[@GoTeddy]

Love your daughter teasing you during this QandA

[@sarahko2014]

It was fun to see your daughter Hannah in the video...and I like your channel's name!👍 All of your content is interesting and informative and points to Christ~☆☆☆☆☆ Thanks for sharing!

[@journeyhawk1728]

As far as cleaning house, you can ask Eli Yoder for volunteers that he has had give testimonies on his channel. I just subscribed to him. Montana Haven has a very nice community support group. I have followed them for a while.

[@jaybaker4447]

I like the relationship you have with your daughter. It seems like a good one. You seem-like a fun loving great dad and I bet your kids feel they can talk to you about anything. Another great video and I’m enjoying learning more about the Amish and you and your family. Thank you for sharing and I’m looking forward to the next video.

[@geraldraber5692]

I agree with you , I could live the lifestyle but not the false teaching

[@teresatravis2205]

I really enjoy the q &a Thank you. I live in Western Kentucky and we have Amish living are us. They sell vegetable.

[@maridiamond2005]

I ❤ your idea of creating a community! I would definitely be interested if I lived nearby!! I am also a big fan of your videos! I work from home so I can listen/watch regularly. I have always been fascinated with the Amish way of life (not so much their beliefs). So much so that my husband and I visited Shipshewana a few years ago. We were able to dine with an Amish family in their home. I have to agree with Hannah... the peanut butter is the BEST!!

[@Canyoncreekfarms]

Something you may find interesting, a church my wife spoke at recently, told us they have a couple Amish families that come every other Sunday to their service. And it’s a English Bible based church. We’re in western Pa. Also, for a question, you mentioned divorce, does that every happen in the community? What does that look like? Thanks for the channel!!

[@theamishpotato]

That might be in part 2. If not I will do a vid on it.

[@pams9304]

I have enjoyed your videos and love that you are bringing the good news of Jesus Christ to the Amish and actually the whole world with your channel. I'm a member of a Baptist church in a farming community, and I would estimate 50% of the folks wear jeans on Sunday morning...no suits there, ever, for sure. 😉 We know Jesus wouldn't care what kind of clothes you have on; it's all about worshipping and believing in Him. I've wondered how you got your channel name. Thanks for answering that! Makes sense!

[@myamishheritage6426]

I don't know how we'd do a video of housecleaning, but I could someday make a blog post on tips, or how to keep your house clean.

[@theamishpotato]

Yeah do that. Remind if you do and I’ll do a shout out.

[@annehoyle3581]

@@theamishpotato Lynette Yoder has done many videos showing how she cleans. She showed them quite often before they moved to Fl and had their little girl

[@kyrieteleison3009]

I really enjoyed this and enjoyed seeing your sidekick help ya out! Great job to the both of you! I wish I lived closer....I would want to be in your community setup when things go bad lol.

[@lauraswihart8018]

Hello fellow trucker- my husband and I drive!🖐 I've actually seen almost all the buggies. Great video!

[@glutenfreejoe6099]

Being Catholic we can go to Church on Saturday and / or Sunday plus there are Masses Monday through Friday. I know it depends on the Parish how relaxed they are about what you wear. I learned when I took care of my Dad so he could stay at his and Mom's home that I could be an Associate Member of other Parishes as long as they are in a different Archdiocese. I am a full member of my Parish which is in the Washington DC Archdiocese and an Associate Member of my parents Parish in the Baltimore Archdiocese and when I go to the beach I am an Associate Member of the Parish in the Wilmington Delaware Archdiocese. It's nice that they let me do this since keeps you feel at home plus you enjoy how different Parishes are setup. For example at the beach many people like to go to Mass on Saturdays so they have a 4pm Mass and a 5:30pm Mass on Saturdays. Growing up I remember going to Mass in the Summer on Saturdays so we could go fishing and crabbing on the Chesapeake Bay on Sundays. I also enjoy the Parish I grew up with and my Parents Parish in Annapolis Maryland since in nice weather in the Spring and Summer and Fall they often have Mass outside under the trees where you can bring your folding type chairs etc. Also the Parish I grew up with in Silver Spring Maryland had Masses in the Church and the Hall (gymnasium) and we went to Mass in the Hall and the Alter and Pulpit were on wheels and we sat in folding chairs plus we liked the folk music since we all could understand the words in the songs plus the Sermon was about everyday examples and we could relate and understand and apply the Sermon during each week. Thanks for all your wonderful videos I am very Thankful I found your KZbin Channel

[@joanhenschel3511]

I love this channel's name! Keep it, please.

[@redrooster1908]

The Amish potato is a great name!

[@TC-oy8mp]

Thought I had seen all of your videos . just ran across this one . wow . . . your daughter is beautiful . bet she looks like her mom .

[@jeanniesbeanies9900]

News subscriber here! I just found your channel this evening and have been binge watching.very interesting and informative. We have an amish community here in northern lower Michigan. I enjoy visiting with them a bit while taking breaks from my kitchen and stopping by the little stand they have set up in town. Gotta love those whoopie pies! 😋 God bless you and your family!

[@theamishpotato]

Yes the whoopie pies.....

[@jeanniesbeanies9900]

@@theamishpotato the pumpkin ones are my favorite!

[@ericsimons4976]

I'm not Amish but we need this community now.

[@MustiBear]

Loved seeing this video with your daughter

[@joanrichter4718]

Montana Haven is an awesome beautiful channel. In fact, that’s how I found you! They were giving you a shout out! Yes I do believe they have the perfect lifestyle and I love their faith and belief in Jesus as the savior

[@susanschuck2294]

That is how I also found this channel through Montana Haven. Their channel is so refreshing and beautiful family.

[@FacelessJanus]

Point on clothes (being a non-denominational pastor myself). I never saw any reason why there should be a dresscode for church. I mean God sees everything I do, and sees me wherever I am. I don't shower with clothes on, yet God sees me there, as much as He sees me in church. Granted, I am not suggesting to go to church naked, but in my opinion, your actions and thoughts are more important than the clothes you wear. (Yup, I have exactly 2 stoles. But they have no other meaning, than defining that I am a pastor. [Just to make sure, as a pastore I am recognisable as such]). Jesus, actually demanded a non dress code, in my opinion. Read the command he gave the disciples when he send them to start preaching the Gospel; example here is Mark 6:8-9 "And commanded them that they should take nothing for their journey, save a staff only; no scrip, no bread, no money in their purse: But be shod with sandals; and not put on two coats."

[@jenniferlee7167]

Montana Haven did a cleaning video last spring. Priscilla had her sisters help her clean their beautiful log home. She is amazing!

[@ilanabailey9402]

So when I first saw one of your videos, I was like “what is this Amish Potato thing? That’s a weird name” and you mention you moved to idaho and it’s going along and I didn’t think anything about it until the end when it clicked. Which I really should have caught on quicker because IM FROM IDAHO. 🤦🏼‍♀️ talk about a “duh” moment. 🤣

[@theamishpotato]

Haha these moments are a regular thing for me. Where at in Idaho?

[@ilanabailey9402]

Meridian. I have friends in buhl and twin. It’s a pretty nice area (and except for the wind 😬). I love going out there because it still feels like Idaho. The meridian/boise area has grown so much that the culture and feel has changed so drastically, it doesn’t even feel like idaho anymore.

[@joyceyoder9401]

I think I recall Montana Haven doing some cleaning hints on one of her videos-ya might check it out!! Still like the Amish Potato name!! I think they were the ones to mention your name to check out your youtube!

[@theamishpotato]

Yes they did. I about fell out of my chair when I watched the video.

[@emmib1388]

yes do recall her doing a cleaning video :-)

[@annehoyle3581]

@@theamishpotato Did you know that both Joas and Priscilla' fathers have written books about their lives as Amish and finding faith in Jesus Christ and how they left the Amish Church? If you are interested,I can give you the names of the books. I got them both on Amazon.

[@robinhensley6228]

I didn’t believe in divorce either until my husband had PTSD and pulled a gun on us. It’s a hard place to be in. I love your show. Used to live in Hershey PA. Loved it.

[@theamishpotato]

Yep divorce is never good but there are times it has to be done. I’m sorry you had to go through that. Just FYI, from what I understand in the scripture, it is ok to remarry in certain situations. Discuss with elders in church.

[@daynabee5521]

@@hesedken if one is divorced due to their lives being in danger in that marriage, aren’t they not committing adultery with remarriage to have a supportive relationship? There isn’t cheating or dishonesty.

[@daynabee5521]

@@hesedken thank you. That is quite clear.

[@tammy5590]

I would love to have a community like that. Live like Amish but Love God and not Amish cult.

[@jamesgranderson2890]

Dude!!! Awesome video. Thank you!

[@sheilahackney6214]

KZbinrs Lynett Yoder and Positively Amy are Mennonite and they have house cleaning and cooking and decorating videos. I really enjoy their channels. Thanks for your videos too👍💕🙏💕

[@LisaR2392]

MEGAN FOX UNLOCKED also

[@dawnrichardson5283]

You guys are great

[@bethannevigliotti3428]

At our Amish market sometimes they post quotes from the Bible. We are in Pennsylvania

[@tw-fb2ke]

Please explain Brethren faith vs Amish, Mennonite. I was born and live in Lebanon County, PA. I'm 59. I never seen a video about the Brethren. Thank you in advance.

[@theamishpotato]

I would have to study a lot. I don’t know anything about the brethren and very little about Mennonites

[@redhen689]

Brethren come from a very similar background as the Mennonites. They are considered Anabaptists. They tend to be peace churches, focus on Jesus teachings… especially the Sermon on the Mount.

[@carlabowker6502]

I just got back from Northern Indiana, my daughter lives in Syracuse IN. We did visit Shipshewana, Nappanee, drove through Ligoner most of Amish were in Shipshewana and Nappanee, we saw many buggies and bike riders, the buggies in both towns seemed pretty much the same, is there any differences between the Shipshewana & Nappanee districts? We shopped at Coppes Market in Nappanee.

[@theamishpotato]

Nappanee is a little different. Their buggies are a slightly different shape but for the most part those two groups are very similar

[@4swordkeeper]

I wish to be part of those 15 families community if you ever start it.. 😀

[@theamishpotato]

Check out the online community. They have a family friendly social media app called Beartaria Times. It costs 15 a year and recently they added a map that is like 5 bucks. It is highly sensored to keep riff raff out but is great for community minded people.

[@4swordkeeper]

@@theamishpotato thanks!

[@jacquelinesanders4757]

I believe the cell phone usage is just as bad if not worse. There is more addiction with the phones.

[@iamtheirishgirl2]

Great video!

[@Valeriecc9805]

A ex-Amish lady has done a few KZbins on cooking and cleaning, craftes... She lives in Ohio, I have watch them, following her for 2+ years, and have met her. Love her!! I can give you her name if you want.

[@theamishpotato]

Yes please do that.

[@Valeriecc9805]

@@theamishpotato Mary Yoder, YT she is white cottage company. Check out her YT's, food prep, cleaning.

[@rhondaruble1074]

If an Amish man left his wife and family and turned English, can they get a divorce?

[@theamishpotato]

The one leaving can but the spouse staying Amish is not to sign the papers, which I believe then defaults to a divorce anyway. The spouse who remains Amish can never get married again

[@theamishpotato]

Thank you

[@MissLady-pq4hc]

My wooden clothes rack came from Lehman’s , it was made by the Amish. It is wonderful.🙂

[@cheryls8460]

I like the name. Perfect.

[@michellealvermann1377]

Omgosh I love my sheep but they are little tuts I can’t keep them in the pasture.. they keep escaping even with the electric fence.. drives me nuts

[@TracyH007]

Ms.H: I've shoed horses many times👍😁👍 🐎🤠 Cj:😳😲 I didn't know that🙄..🤣 Said like a boss Hannah💖 Your awesome !👍👍 Great Video Ms. Hannah 🐑👍 & Cj The Amish Potato 💞

[@RoseMichels]

You answered my question when I asked ... "Why don't you do a Q&A?" LOL

[@jennSalvate]

I heard there are Mennonite in Florida that actually believe in the Salvation of Jesus.. 😊❤

[@annehoyle3581]

Lynette Yoder has a u tube channel. She is Mennonite and lives in Florida With her family. She has a wonderful testimony.

[@theamishpotato]

That’s what Eli Yoder said.

[@sarahko2014]

Megan Fox is another Mennonite mom with a great KZbin channel. She and her husband have shared their views and portray a born-again faith in Jesus Christ, too.🙌

[@annehoyle3581]

@@sarahko2014 YES!!! Megan Fox has a great channel ,too!!!

[@joyceyoder9401]

Megan and Lynette both have great you tube channels and yes I would def say they are born again. Many Mennonites are, our church would prob be considered liberal in dress but very much believe in the blood of Jesus and salvation through Jesus. To me it seems sometimes the more conservative in dress, the more works minded some groups of Mennonite are. Altho sometimes I'd rather not be known as Mennonite because of Mennonite USA and their very liberal views, many going against Biblical guidelines, such as being pro abortion, pro gay lifestyle, support Democratic leadership-I could go on and on but leave it at that! The most important thing in life is to have Jesus in our hearts as our Savior and take as many as we can to heaven with us! Thanks, Mr Potato for all you are doing to spread the word of Jesus!

[@barbaraferguson2486]

Ooohh...Lehman's! It's so fun and interesting there!

[@earlenepeterson8065]

It's perfect. Idaho is known as the potato state and you're Ex- Amish...so your name is perfect.

[@joanrichter4718]

I keep commenting before the videos even over, but you would be great to start a community.

[@theamishpotato]

That’s awesome! I love the comments

[@michellealvermann1377]

I love your step daughters shirt

[@jasonsummit1885]

I've never been to Indiana either even though my older brother and his family moved to Noblesville from Washington state where we live. They're still searching for a good church as the first and last one they attended had Calvinistic beliefs and teachings. It would be great if there was a good Assembly of God church in their area.

[@Mustang80480]

The Mennonite mom has also a KZbin channel, I really like her view on the bible and her video

[@myamishheritage6426]

You sure you could go Mennonite? Obviously they teach salvation by grace through faith, but there is a huge emphasis on works. I was Mennonite for awhile, first very conservative then more liberal. But I was not free in Christ until we left it all.

[@theamishpotato]

Not sure. They would have to be pretty much like the church I’m attending now.

[@jennSalvate]

I have wondered about your name and that so makes sense!!🤣

[@marylouornellas376]

No comment my mom was a Norman till she married my dad and moved to Pa. I know she had many friends that were Amish.

[@hollynoellewallen5607]

Liked 👍. Shared on MeWe 👍. Shared on KZbin 👍. I even Shared on my personal Facebook page 👍.

[@theamishpotato]

You’re awesome!

[@ocdmom7889]

Communes were popular in the 1970s (She is adorable!!)

[@williambarr2698]

Dietch Grumberry.

[@theamishpotato]

😂

[@gloriaknepp1290]

in pa., the amish buggies, and colors depends o. how much mo ey they have. The ones with the big bucks have glass in the buggies

[@wendyshepard2080]

We have no TV service and haven't for 14+ years. Amazon Prime and YT for movies if not our orn collection of movies.

[@theamishpotato]

Thats awesome! Thats basically what we do.

[@hollynoellewallen5607]

I also have 4 Brothers and 7 Sister's.

[@naturalobserver1322]

I have a question, why do the Amish have beards but no mustaches?🤔

[@neilramseyer5348]

Beards mean you are married.

[@Valeriecc9805]

I wonder if that is the same with all communities, I've seen some that look to young to be married.

[@naturalobserver1322]

@@neilramseyer5348 ok, but why no mustache?

[@theamishpotato]

I answer that in part 2 I believe.

[@neilramseyer5348]

@@naturalobserver1322 I do not know. For me I hate mustache. It itches and I can feel the hairs move when I breath. Maybe it goes to verses of clean cut. I'm not Amish just ex mennonite

[@leanagoosen363]

The Mennonite mom also has a great testimony

[@caroltessier8179]

Hannah has such pretty eyes.

[@Pawmommagoldenizzy]

Thanks for sharing !

[@mixonnatalie8717]

I'll join the community

[@redemptionfarm2980]

What kind if lamb do you have and how do you fix it? I just started fixing it

[@theamishpotato]

She brought some lamburger. She said to make it like any hamburger sandwich. But this is the first time we are going to have it as a family.( my wife doesn’t like the idea of eating sheep). I’ve had some where some Bosnians did a whole lamb over hot coals. That was good, especially the tongue meat. Btw, where are your videos? You were doing a great job.

[@redemptionfarm2980]

@@theamishpotato i never answered your question. I had to take a break from youtube. However i am starting back up again this week. You can start looking for them by the end of the week

[@theamishpotato]

@@redemptionfarm2980 awesome! It is a chore shooting and uploading video isn’t it?

[@kerisutt7579]

Go softball!!! 🙂

[@jewelhazelgrove3409]

What is the difference between the Amish and German Baptist.

[@walkerminix6192]

Is it possible to find an Amish community that believes in salvation and focus more on that than church rules?

[@theamishpotato]

Not that I know of except for Libby Montana. Check the KZbin channel Montana Haven.

[@scooterstrain4782]

what's the purpose of men and beards? and why the not full beards? i ike the style of beards, but not more than Abe Lincolns'.

[@harryenslin8739]

I keep watching u ,I don't know ?

[@nikolayvyalykh8765]

usually in Amish families who is a BOSS? they have matriarch and patriarch please be honest. Thank you

[@theamishpotato]

Typically the husband leads and has the final say on decisions and the wife willingly submits to his leadership. But more and more women are becoming the bosses I think.

[@randyolan1273]

Hi Guys, can a english buy or order a Amish horse buggy? How much do they cost?

[@theamishpotato]

From what I remember a decently good horse roughly $3000 to $7000. A new single seat buggy is close to $10000. Yes you can buy them

[@randyolan1273]

@@theamishpotato thanks for your reply. A really enjoy your you tube channel. Thank you so much. Keep the faith 😉

[@jamanne2504]

My 17 yr old grand-daughter doesn’t call her dad, who is my son, Dude. Not respectful IMO

[@susiecox8413]

What is the cost of a new buggy?

[@theamishpotato]

8-9 years ago a single seater in my community about $10000. More like $12,000 with all the fancies.

[@susiecox8413]

@@theamishpotato wow, that's a lot!! Thanks for the reply!

[@kevinchenault8317]

Lynette yoder does some cleaning videos

[@bibleambassadors747]

Your reply to the question about Bible interaction or study/discussion says they are no different than most 'religionists'... no Bible.... no Word of God.... afraid of it. I grew up that way also,

[@addy9562]

no, nooo TV.

[@jacquelineellis8949]

Megan Fox and Lynette Yoder have both done cleaning videos

[@theamishpotato]

I mentioned them in an upcoming video but wasn't sure if they did cleaning videos.

[@michellealvermann1377]

You can’t change your name now

[@jameshibbard9858]

Why is Amish Root Beer so Good

[@theamishpotato]

I didn't know there was amish root beer...

[@emmib1388]

@@theamishpotato in Lancaster County PA, they make root beer :-) It may not have been a thing where you lived .

[@theamishpotato]

@@emmib1388 ahh that makes sense. Thank you. Wana Cup in shipshewana has good root beer but I don’t think it’s considered Amish root beer.

[@emmib1388]

@@theamishpotato I wonder if the better taste has to do with using natural ingredients rather than all the chemicals in the store bought ones? :-)

[@theamishpotato]

@@emmib1388 very likely

[@jonathanhofer5050]

Who's the spoiled brat?