As a Muslim, I find your channel to be an inviting and warm place, and I cannot see how your sharing of a cautionary tale would place Christianity in poor lighting. Your journey is inspiring, and it's nothing short of that.
I agree. I am going through a divorce as a muslim and what I have noticed through this process is that the culture is sadly so much more important within the communities than the rules, love and respect of/from God. I am looked at as if I left my partner for no reason. As if years of mental and physical abuse is not a reason enough for a divorce. All that is said is to stay with him for the sake of the children. I ask myself how a child can grow up in an environment like that and still become normal. Divorce is not a sinn. God supports the act of defending yourself and standing up for your dignity, so you do what you have to do Michel, because you want to only satisfy God and no one else. There is no need for apologising for people who are not worthy of it. We love you. Greetings from Germany.
As a Christian, I full-heartedly believe God wants us to have self worth & self respect. If that means taking ourselves out of an unhealthy marriage, then so be it.
You are so kind and brave. I am a non-christian person that loves your videos because your messages are full of love and wise advice. I feel very welcome by you. You Make me feel like there are good people in the world.
I've said it before and I'll say it again from a non-christian point of view: you are one of the best representatives for Christians I've come across. The way you handle everything with grace without compromising yourself, your life and your needs is inspiring and the world would be a better place if more religious people would embrace the accepting love and tolerance that their religions speak of.. Oh well, easy for me to say as an outsider 😉😘
Coming from a Christian: I totally agree. As a part of any group, it’s important to call out hurtful and harmful things done by that group or by members of that group. Change is most powerful when it comes from within 💗
I don't know how to put it into words, but I just want to say thank you. Thank you for standing up against hatefulness and bigotry that people try to parade around as the word of God. What I love about your channel is that you are authentic, you are loving and genuine, and as a non Christian, I have never once felt unwelcome in your community. When you share your moments about your faith, I enjoy hearing your passion, but also that you practice what you follow, in the sense of being open, loving, accepting and forgiving. Your heart is what makes your channel a warm and welcoming space, so thank you for that.
My mom was one of those women and to this day she will not take communion. I love your take on Christianity and not being judgemental. I also love how you're finding yourself and I'm thankful to be a part of your journey while you support other women.
That breaks my heart that she feels that way. Shame is from the devil alone. We ask for forgiveness from Jesus and it's forgotten. I hope she comes to realize that.
Keep being a genuine, real, and authentically kind and understanding human. That's more refreshing and needed right now more than any religious organization and what a building can provide.
I'm an eclectic pagan witch and have been following you for years. You are my favorite TH-camr, hands down. I love that you're so authentic and genuine - especially around your faith but that you don't ostracize those of us that don't follow the same beliefs. It's yet another testament to your amazing parents in how they raised you ❤️ thank you for being you
I’m Catholic, and I had a child out of wedlock when I was 19. I experienced the shame and hurt of feeling excluded from God’s love by others in the church who shunned me and judged me. I truly believe the same as you, Jesus loves ALL of his children, NO MATTER WHAT. No matter who you are or what has happened to you, what mistakes you’ve made; He loves us all. I love you, Michel, despite all of your flaws, just as Jesus does. We all make mistakes, we need to give each other grace and understanding and love.
I'm a former Christian, and it's so ironic that so many Christians bring judgement and shame to people living their own lives and making the best decisions for themselves. I appreciate you making your TH-cam space such a welcoming place and to call out the people that judge others and try to make others feel bad and love to shame others. You are the type of person we all need more in our lives, Christian or not. Your love and kindness and empathy are so apparent and we love you for supporting others on here♥️♥️
Thank you! As a fellow Christian I whole heartedly agree with you. Our greatest command is to love! It's heartbreaking to me when a fellow Christian acts with hatred rather than love. So I'm frustrated by comments like those you received. Thank you for having the courage to speak out on this.
Hi Michel, I think what you said in your car talk was so important. Making church more welcoming for all people is so important that I am working on going to seminary soon. It is so wonderful to see other people feel this way as well.
Thank you for being such an amazing example of a follower of Christ on social media. I loved the conversation about Jesus and the church, and I know so many girls are encouraged by you sharing your story 🤍
Michel, you are amazing! Thank you for your car chat today. I was raised Catholic and had a hard time connecting with it. How you speak about Jesus and Christianity has spiked my curiosity recently and helped me reconnect with Jesus and God in a new, loving way. AND thank you for mentioning Mosaic!! It is literally 15 minutes from where I live, so I can't wait to go next Sunday and see what it's like. Words cannot express how much I appreciate you and your channel!!
So exciting to see you on the upswing! You’ve got your whole juicy life in front of you; incorporating hobbies, getting out and about, cultivating healthy relationships and staying connected to family and most importantly yourself.
I love you Michel. You're openness about your faith and your unwillingness to hide the flaws of yourself and other Christians gives me such more respect for you. I was raised christian but follow a new path now. You have made this community so welcoming for those of us who are not of your faith. Thank you for that. My week would be so much more boring and less wholesome without your videos.
I just want you to know that sharing your genuine heart and love for others is what brings me back to your channel. I’ve been feeling “meh” with TH-cam in general and am finding most content a little boring and forced. I think your content is very honest and loving and your growth and self-love is evident in every video. I feel like your sponsors are really products you like and use so that doesn’t feel forced and you are great at creating videos for the ad to fit in your video without “taking an ad break.” I have found myself clicking off of other videos that show the same thing over and over with the same ads. You genuinely let us into your life like actual friends. I’m a Christian and feel like you do an amazing job at creating a kind space for us to join you in your life if even just a little bit. Your representation of of the love of Jesus is evident even when you say nothing about Christianity. Keep bringing the joy!
Thanks for saying these things Michel I really appreciate it as a fellow Christian who takes issue with the churches failure to love and accept all of Gods people 🤍
Michel, I found your channel about 4 weeks ago when your video explaining your divorce situation popped up. I am almost three years out from my official divorce date. This was after 28 years of marriage. There was cheating involved but most of all, I felt worthless for most of these years. There is way more to my situation but I am so incredibly blessed with a terrific support group. Hearing your realizations and discoveries as you get to know yourself in this new season, has been comforting. I too have done a whole lot of growing and while I still struggle with intense grief, I am in a better place. Wishing you continued healing and discoveries. Thanks for sharing things from your perspective.
Can I just start with saying that you are absolutely amazing!! Thank you for truly leading by example and doing your part of not changing or backing down in fear of judgment or backlash! I know that you recently talked about this being something that you were trying to be mindful of and have intentionality with, and this vlog right here is an example of you doing just that!! Your wise beyond your years sweet friend! ❤️❤️
I bought a Tovala after watching one of your earlier videos. Being single, I LOVE it! It became such a burden to cook for one and ending up with endless meals of the same thing because of the difficulty of minimizing ingredients. I enjoy that Tovala is an easy, healthy way to keep me eating properly without too much effort, and no wasted food going into the trash bin. On another subject, you voicing your love of your Christianity has not turned me off your vlogs, even though I don't have a belief in any religions. You impress me with your maturity at such a young age. And I will continue to enjoy being part of your community!
So beyond happy for you! Life is such a crazy journey. Love seeing how God is working in your life. My story is very similar to yours. Mine happened about four years ago and I have never been better! Nothing but hope and positivity for your future!!!
I think you make Christians look great which isn't super common online! As an atheist, you're exactly the kind of Christian I love to see. Someone who doesn't push their beliefs on others and doesn't discriminate against other groups of people! I've been a subscriber for a couple years and enjoy hearing your chats!
Michel! You were off for 8 days and didn't miss a beat somehow 💜 thanks for sharing today, you seem so much happier and looking forward to seeing more adventures with JJ 😊
Watching you makes me feel so calm and no alone. I have ADHD and anxiety and you make me feel so ground and not alone. I feel like I’m hanging out with a friend🥰 thank you for sharing your life with us and being so raw. I have gone through a breakup and your videos of learning how to be alone has helped me heal so much
I remember going through my first divorce and I asked my pastor about this and she said “nothing you do will ever make God turn his back on you. God will never leave you or forsake you. He already died for all of the sins of the world and we will NEVER be perfect.” I love your channel and your views as a Christian. I view it like this also. I don’t understand how those women don’t realize that they are doing the exact same thing by saying negative things. All God wants is for us to love one another as he loves us!
I’m a recent subscriber - just like a week ago - and have been watching through heaps of your videos while procrastinating assessment 😝 I’ve been crying with you and celebrating with you, and squealed when you posted your pictures on instagram today! I’m a 28-year-old, happily married Christian gal, and I am so excited for all that God has for your future. You encourage me to welcome everyone with open arms. We all come with our baggage and Jesus loves us regardless. And He is making you stronger daily, it’s so evident in your videos. Sending love from Australia 💕😊
Your car chat 💙 Thank you for voicing this. Sometimes I feel like friends and family who have deeply rooted Christian beliefs can be the most hurtful. I believe the same thing as you, that God accepts and loves all people. Thank you for choosing to be kind and loving.
As a non religious person who, too often, has had to defend people from religious people, and who is still surprised I ended up following the videos of an openly devote religious person, I love everything you said. You think so much, and care so much, about being kind. And that is always worth respect, admiration, and views. Thank you for everything you said. ❤️
As another non-religious person, I couldn’t agree more & am also surprised that I’ve devotedly followed along for several years. My motto is: “lead with kindness”! 😊
I’m so excited for you and your sister and FBIL to get to hang out and enjoy these much, much better days. You are expanding and we all love to see your happiness and true self shining bright. It looks good on you. 💕
I have had to harden my heart to get through life and not be hurt so much. I wish I could be the person I want to be. I’m just tired of being hurt. Thank you for showing that a good heart is still out there.
Just wanted to say you are my favourite youtube/channel. I always leave smiling and my day is better after watching. You leave me with more hope, faith and optimism...and I already have a healthy dose. 🙏
Agnostic here (who was raised Catholic) and have always felt welcomed also. Your “brand” of Christianity has made me feel more open about faith. Thank you for that!
I recently came across your videos and I appreciate your style and thoughts. I especially love your sip and thrift videos. I have never been through a divorce, but I have been through some difficult break-ups. I have found that helping others and doing kind things for others is the best path for healing, personally. I think in order for personal growth to happen, it is often necessary to be less "me" focused and more "others" focused.
Dear Michel, You are such a brave “badass” ! Imagine, going through so many life challenges and shining like a warrior! You have no idea how amazing you are!🥰🥰 Will be a great experience with your Sis and hubby. Enjoy the beauty.🤗
I love when you partner with companies. When you are explaining the company or the product it doesn’t sound like you are reading off of a Q card… A lot of people on TH-cam sound like they just read the booklet that they get
Yay there is nothing better than having your family close by I am sure your parents are happy about this as well. Living LIFE WITH people is the real key to living your best life. Congratulations Michel on being blessed with a home away from home that you've made your own. I am so happy for you and this season in your life.
Your kind heart and soul radiates through your videos. I am sorry people can be mean. Knowing you through your videos I know you did your best to make your marriage work. Sometimes God's plan for us isn't what our plans are but everything works out as is meant to be. Sending you courage to continue on your journey.
Welcome back!! For that top shelf at Jaclyn's how about either a live or even just a realistic looking succulent to bring in a little nature and a little pop of green?
Thank you for being Awesome!!!! With the Tovala deal I have finally broke down and bought it for myself, I was always iffy about having to do the 6 weeks.
As a fellow Christian (who actually spent a lot of time feeling judged and shamed by the church and only recently found my way back) I love your view and your approach to your relationship with God!! So amazing to be a part of a community of people who want to accept everyone the way Jesus did instead of shutting people out through judgement :) thank you Michel!! All are welcome here!
Hi, Michel! 2 immediate thoughts: (A) I always find it interesting when a new 'friend' is a transformer of a person's hobbies! That this is one he shares with your Dad is even more interesting ;> Looking to see where this goes ... if he takes-up tap ;) (B) LOVE WHAT YOU SAID IN THE CAR CHAT AND THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wow good for you, Michel. After your talk about Christianity I can tell how much you’ve grown over this past year. A year ago I feel like you would have made a super general statement that made everyone happy, but now you’re bold, confident, and still kind.
Thank you for speaking out. I went the through the same thing during my divorce years ago. It made me avoid Christianity & God for a long time, which is just sad.
That's so so awesome that you and your sister are living in the same complex!! I would be excited too. I also want to say..I agree with everything you said about your views on Christianity. I'm exactly where you are on this topic! Thank you for your beautiful and sweet words!
I am so happy to know people like you exist. Thank you for your kindness Michel. I am proud of you for valueing yourself enough to never accept being treated badly! You're a wonderful person ❤ Sending you love ❤ 😍 💖
I am terrible and commenting on videos, but I have been watching your channel for several years now. I wanted to comment and let you know that I used your code to get myself a Tovala. I am excited to try it out. Also I really respect your views on what being a Christian means and showing love to all. 🥰 You are amazing, and I love watching all of your videos.
Hello sweet ma’am!!! You have kept us happy working so hard and having content going up for us while you were off! Thank you for this! I hope you had a great break! So thankful you are back though! 🙃
Michel - I am not a Christian, but the way you express the deep, deep devotion to the right values in life just hits the spot. I love how outspoken you are on this topic, it brings me joy to listen to you and even though I cannot relate to Christianity itself, I truly share the same values of loving, compasionate approach towards others. All the best for you 🤍🤍🤍
Ok…I really can’t wait to meet your new boy. He is one lucky guy! I just adore you- even more so after your car chat. I couldn’t agree with you more, on all that you said.🥰
God lives all. You are a beautiful and articulate person. You are yourself and that makes you the wonderful human being that you are. Stay blessed Michel.
Thank you for what you said during your car talk. I am a Christian and a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. I am glad you shared your feelings. I appreciate that you don't get political, but especially with all the new laws recently, what you said is important. Especially from someone living in Texas. I have been watching for years, and will continue to watch! Love from Kansas!
I bought a tovala oven because of you a while ago and tried their meals and they’re so good!!! While it’s a bit pricey, it’s so convenient and I know what I’m eating is a good meal versus what I may be eating otherwise
My husband is divorced and I was in a long term not God honouring relationship where I was weeks from walking down the isle. And we have both felt Gods restorative hand in our life and abundant forgiveness. I can honestly say God has grace bigger than we can imagine when it comes to our human mistakes. I’ll always remember the scripture in John 8 where the woman was literally caught in idolatry and Jesus still showed her grace. I pray to be like Him more and that Christians would love just the same. We’re all imperfect trying to do our best. Thanks for sharing your story, as someone who has journeyed a similar path I can testify to God’s restoration and goodness when you lay it at his feet. Keep doing what you’re doing x
Unrelated, but I thought of a fun thrift video idea for you! Another TH-camr, her name is Elise Buch, did a video where she went on a trip with an empty suitcase. The idea is that she didn't bring any clothes (besides pj's and delicates of course) and she thrifted her entire wardrobe for the trip. I thought that would be such a cool idea, since you've been taking lots of trips and breaks 😊
I just want to thank you for being so genuine and kind. I've always disliked religion because of how much hate, bigotry, violence, and war it causes in the world. I find myself following different TH-camrs and if they talk too much about god or religion it just makes me really uncomfortable and I unfollow them. You are one of the people I've found that doesn't try to push your religion on others and is welcoming to everyone. It meant a lot hearing that you support the LGBTQ+ community as well. So thanks for being your sweet and accepting self. Keep being you and do what you need to do to be happy! 💕
You are such a wonderful person and I appreciate your car chat. I love your sweet personality and am so happy that things are going well for you. I was a tap dancer when I was little and am glad you're sticking with it. Enjoy!
As someone completely non-religious who has some negative/judgemental experiences with the Christian faith and a community: Thank you for being so welcoming, warm, and open. It is evident that you represent your God with the deep empathy and love towards others. And thank you for specifically welcoming the LGBTQ+ community. I feel safe in your corner of the internet and that's not always the case, with Christian and non-Christian creators alike.
I’m moving out of my parents house at the end of the year with my boyfriend and I only hope when my little sister finally moves out we live near each other again!!! A dream. Love that you and your sister are close.
I've been heavily shamed by many Christians for my sexuality, beginning when I was about 14 onwards and developed deep hatred for being attracted to not just men, mostly women and I went through separation from my ex wife around the same time as you shared your story. I love this community and have never felt unwanted here, which is hard to say these days. Thank you for having a place for everyone to feel love and accepted. I am going through a similar period as you, but was homeless with my son for months; now we live in my friends bus and are safe for the first time in a long time, I also started a new hobby yesterday and met new people, I was proud of myself since I love people but in small doses but it was a great time! I turn 31 in a month, my son turns 13 at the same time and despite how rough life has been, I'm damn proud I didn't give up on believing on myself and my tribe for having my back. So much to be grateful for through the storms of life.
That car chat!! 👏🏾 As a fellow Christian, I appreciate your openness and honesty Michel, my sentiments exactly. So many in the church are misrepresenting what Jesus talk us to do. I will always lead with love ❤️.
You do not make Christians look bad. I'm a Christian that also follows God's greatest commandment... love. I don't fit in to a lot of Christian communities because of my beliefs and support of ALL people. I'm so so glad I found your channel 5 months ago. You continue to inspire me!!
You’re such a wonderful person, Michel. Truly. Humble, accepting, kind. I love having you in my life. I don’t believe in God, but if God exists, he/she/they speak through you for sure.
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As a Muslim, I find your channel to be an inviting and warm place, and I cannot see how your sharing of a cautionary tale would place Christianity in poor lighting. Your journey is inspiring, and it's nothing short of that.
This means so much to me, thank you 🤍
I agree. I am going through a divorce as a muslim and what I have noticed through this process is that the culture is sadly so much more important within the communities than the rules, love and respect of/from God. I am looked at as if I left my partner for no reason. As if years of mental and physical abuse is not a reason enough for a divorce. All that is said is to stay with him for the sake of the children. I ask myself how a child can grow up in an environment like that and still become normal. Divorce is not a sinn. God supports the act of defending yourself and standing up for your dignity, so you do what you have to do Michel, because you want to only satisfy God and no one else. There is no need for apologising for people who are not worthy of it. We love you. Greetings from Germany.
As a Christian, I full-heartedly believe God wants us to have self worth & self respect. If that means taking ourselves out of an unhealthy marriage, then so be it.
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AMEN to that! Unhealthy or violent marriage doesn’t mean turn the other cheek. It means do what’s best for your health and safety. 💜
Yeah God says dont throw your pearls to swine. And that bad company corrupts good character etc. Wisdom + Holy Spirit lead life = good
Thank you for this, I needed a reminder 😢❤
As someone part of the LGBTQ+ community, thank you for this. You are not just good people, you are GREAT. Stay authentic as you are ♡
🥺 thank you for being here and spending time w me 🤍
Yesssss
I'm part of the LGBTQ+ community too! Happy pride month y'all!
@@MichelJanse Thank you for making it a welcoming space!
You are so kind and brave. I am a non-christian person that loves your videos because your messages are full of love and wise advice. I feel very welcome by you. You Make me feel like there are good people in the world.
I’m so happy you feel welcome here, I’m so honored to call you a friend!
I've said it before and I'll say it again from a non-christian point of view: you are one of the best representatives for Christians I've come across. The way you handle everything with grace without compromising yourself, your life and your needs is inspiring and the world would be a better place if more religious people would embrace the accepting love and tolerance that their religions speak of..
Oh well, easy for me to say as an outsider 😉😘
Coming from a Christian: I totally agree. As a part of any group, it’s important to call out hurtful and harmful things done by that group or by members of that group. Change is most powerful when it comes from within 💗
I don't know how to put it into words, but I just want to say thank you. Thank you for standing up against hatefulness and bigotry that people try to parade around as the word of God. What I love about your channel is that you are authentic, you are loving and genuine, and as a non Christian, I have never once felt unwelcome in your community. When you share your moments about your faith, I enjoy hearing your passion, but also that you practice what you follow, in the sense of being open, loving, accepting and forgiving. Your heart is what makes your channel a warm and welcoming space, so thank you for that.
My mom was one of those women and to this day she will not take communion. I love your take on Christianity and not being judgemental. I also love how you're finding yourself and I'm thankful to be a part of your journey while you support other women.
That breaks my heart that she feels that way. Shame is from the devil alone. We ask for forgiveness from Jesus and it's forgotten. I hope she comes to realize that.
Please give your mom a hug from me🤍
As a fellow Christian, I absolutely loved and resonate with your car chat ❤️
Keep being a genuine, real, and authentically kind and understanding human. That's more refreshing and needed right now more than any religious organization and what a building can provide.
I'm an eclectic pagan witch and have been following you for years. You are my favorite TH-camr, hands down. I love that you're so authentic and genuine - especially around your faith but that you don't ostracize those of us that don't follow the same beliefs. It's yet another testament to your amazing parents in how they raised you ❤️ thank you for being you
I am right behind you and agree! Love you ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Me too! Michels faith has never made me question my own or ever made me unwelcome. She's a lovely girl, I love watching her
I’m Catholic, and I had a child out of wedlock when I was 19. I experienced the shame and hurt of feeling excluded from God’s love by others in the church who shunned me and judged me. I truly believe the same as you, Jesus loves ALL of his children, NO MATTER WHAT. No matter who you are or what has happened to you, what mistakes you’ve made; He loves us all. I love you, Michel, despite all of your flaws, just as Jesus does. We all make mistakes, we need to give each other grace and understanding and love.
I'm a former Christian, and it's so ironic that so many Christians bring judgement and shame to people living their own lives and making the best decisions for themselves. I appreciate you making your TH-cam space such a welcoming place and to call out the people that judge others and try to make others feel bad and love to shame others. You are the type of person we all need more in our lives, Christian or not. Your love and kindness and empathy are so apparent and we love you for supporting others on here♥️♥️
Christians and non-Christians alike.
Thank you! As a fellow Christian I whole heartedly agree with you. Our greatest command is to love! It's heartbreaking to me when a fellow Christian acts with hatred rather than love. So I'm frustrated by comments like those you received. Thank you for having the courage to speak out on this.
Hi Michel, I think what you said in your car talk was so important. Making church more welcoming for all people is so important that I am working on going to seminary soon. It is so wonderful to see other people feel this way as well.
Thank you for being such an amazing example of a follower of Christ on social media. I loved the conversation about Jesus and the church, and I know so many girls are encouraged by you sharing your story 🤍
Michel, you are amazing! Thank you for your car chat today. I was raised Catholic and had a hard time connecting with it. How you speak about Jesus and Christianity has spiked my curiosity recently and helped me reconnect with Jesus and God in a new, loving way. AND thank you for mentioning Mosaic!! It is literally 15 minutes from where I live, so I can't wait to go next Sunday and see what it's like. Words cannot express how much I appreciate you and your channel!!
So exciting to see you on the upswing! You’ve got your whole juicy life in front of you; incorporating hobbies, getting out and about, cultivating healthy relationships and staying connected to family and most importantly yourself.
I love you Michel. You're openness about your faith and your unwillingness to hide the flaws of yourself and other Christians gives me such more respect for you. I was raised christian but follow a new path now. You have made this community so welcoming for those of us who are not of your faith. Thank you for that. My week would be so much more boring and less wholesome without your videos.
I just want you to know that sharing your genuine heart and love for others is what brings me back to your channel. I’ve been feeling “meh” with TH-cam in general and am finding most content a little boring and forced. I think your content is very honest and loving and your growth and self-love is evident in every video. I feel like your sponsors are really products you like and use so that doesn’t feel forced and you are great at creating videos for the ad to fit in your video without “taking an ad break.” I have found myself clicking off of other videos that show the same thing over and over with the same ads. You genuinely let us into your life like actual friends. I’m a Christian and feel like you do an amazing job at creating a kind space for us to join you in your life if even just a little bit. Your representation of of the love of Jesus is evident even when you say nothing about Christianity. Keep bringing the joy!
Thanks for saying these things Michel I really appreciate it as a fellow Christian who takes issue with the churches failure to love and accept all of Gods people 🤍
Michel, I found your channel about 4 weeks ago when your video explaining your divorce situation popped up. I am almost three years out from my official divorce date. This was after 28 years of marriage. There was cheating involved but most of all, I felt worthless for most of these years. There is way more to my situation but I am so incredibly blessed with a terrific support group. Hearing your realizations and discoveries as you get to know yourself in this new season, has been comforting. I too have done a whole lot of growing and while I still struggle with intense grief, I am in a better place. Wishing you continued healing and discoveries. Thanks for sharing things from your perspective.
Would love to see an apartment sip and thrift with your sister, like you mentioned :)
Can I just start with saying that you are absolutely amazing!! Thank you for truly leading by example and doing your part of not changing or backing down in fear of judgment or backlash! I know that you recently talked about this being something that you were trying to be mindful of and have intentionality with, and this vlog right here is an example of you doing just that!! Your wise beyond your years sweet friend! ❤️❤️
I love watching your life align in all the right places. You deserve it sooo much!!
I bought a Tovala after watching one of your earlier videos. Being single, I LOVE it! It became such a burden to cook for one and ending up with endless meals of the same thing because of the difficulty of minimizing ingredients. I enjoy that Tovala is an easy, healthy way to keep me eating properly without too much effort, and no wasted food going into the trash bin.
On another subject, you voicing your love of your Christianity has not turned me off your vlogs, even though I don't have a belief in any religions. You impress me with your maturity at such a young age. And I will continue to enjoy being part of your community!
What a beautiful message. The world needs more people like you love💕
So beyond happy for you! Life is such a crazy journey. Love seeing how God is working in your life. My story is very similar to yours. Mine happened about four years ago and I have never been better! Nothing but hope and positivity for your future!!!
I’m so happy you have found better, you deserve it! And thank you🥰
@@MichelJanse ❤️
I love that your sister is living there. It’ll be so nice to have family right there. ❤️
I think you make Christians look great which isn't super common online! As an atheist, you're exactly the kind of Christian I love to see. Someone who doesn't push their beliefs on others and doesn't discriminate against other groups of people! I've been a subscriber for a couple years and enjoy hearing your chats!
I am so glad your sister moved onto your building! Together yet separate!
Yes! I love going along on Jacqueline's starter upper into a whole new life!
Michel! You were off for 8 days and didn't miss a beat somehow 💜 thanks for sharing today, you seem so much happier and looking forward to seeing more adventures with JJ 😊
thank you for all your words in this video. you have such a kind hard and I’m happy i found your channel 💖
Watching you makes me feel so calm and no alone. I have ADHD and anxiety and you make me feel so ground and not alone. I feel like I’m hanging out with a friend🥰 thank you for sharing your life with us and being so raw. I have gone through a breakup and your videos of learning how to be alone has helped me heal so much
Thank goodness. I needed this! I’ve been having a hard day and it’s nice to see a friendly face 😊 hope your day is going well
Beautifully spoken! -From a sister in Christ. 💜
I remember going through my first divorce and I asked my pastor about this and she said “nothing you do will ever make God turn his back on you. God will never leave you or forsake you. He already died for all of the sins of the world and we will NEVER be perfect.” I love your channel and your views as a Christian. I view it like this also. I don’t understand how those women don’t realize that they are doing the exact same thing by saying negative things. All God wants is for us to love one another as he loves us!
I’m a recent subscriber - just like a week ago - and have been watching through heaps of your videos while procrastinating assessment 😝 I’ve been crying with you and celebrating with you, and squealed when you posted your pictures on instagram today! I’m a 28-year-old, happily married Christian gal, and I am so excited for all that God has for your future. You encourage me to welcome everyone with open arms. We all come with our baggage and Jesus loves us regardless. And He is making you stronger daily, it’s so evident in your videos. Sending love from Australia 💕😊
Your car chat 💙 Thank you for voicing this. Sometimes I feel like friends and family who have deeply rooted Christian beliefs can be the most hurtful. I believe the same thing as you, that God accepts and loves all people. Thank you for choosing to be kind and loving.
Michel, I totally just ordered that oven lol I couldn't pass up that AMAZING offer. Thank you so much love!
As a non religious person who, too often, has had to defend people from religious people, and who is still surprised I ended up following the videos of an openly devote religious person, I love everything you said. You think so much, and care so much, about being kind. And that is always worth respect, admiration, and views. Thank you for everything you said. ❤️
As another non-religious person, I couldn’t agree more & am also surprised that I’ve devotedly followed along for several years. My motto is: “lead with kindness”! 😊
I’m so excited for you and your sister and FBIL to get to hang out and enjoy these much, much better days. You are expanding and we all love to see your happiness and true self shining bright. It looks good on you. 💕
I have had to harden my heart to get through life and not be hurt so much. I wish I could be the person I want to be. I’m just tired of being hurt. Thank you for showing that a good heart is still out there.
Just wanted to say you are my favourite youtube/channel. I always leave smiling and my day is better after watching. You leave me with more hope, faith and optimism...and I already have a healthy dose. 🙏
Athesist here, I have always felt welcomed. Thank you for spreading love and kindness.
Agnostic here (who was raised Catholic) and have always felt welcomed also. Your “brand” of Christianity has made me feel more open about faith. Thank you for that!
I recently came across your videos and I appreciate your style and thoughts. I especially love your sip and thrift videos. I have never been through a divorce, but I have been through some difficult break-ups. I have found that helping others and doing kind things for others is the best path for healing, personally. I think in order for personal growth to happen, it is often necessary to be less "me" focused and more "others" focused.
4-5 pm is the the usual dinner time in Finland! 😀 Greetings from south Finland! ❤️
Okay this vlog was incredible! I’m a Christian too and I want others to feel welcome and loved more than almost anything! 😍
Dear Michel, You are such a brave “badass” ! Imagine, going through so many life challenges and shining like a warrior! You have no idea how amazing you are!🥰🥰 Will be a great experience with your Sis and hubby. Enjoy the beauty.🤗
I love when you partner with companies. When you are explaining the company or the product it doesn’t sound like you are reading off of a Q card… A lot of people on TH-cam sound like they just read the booklet that they get
Yay there is nothing better than having your family close by I am sure your parents are happy about this as well. Living LIFE WITH people is the real key to living your best life. Congratulations Michel on being blessed with a home away from home that you've made your own. I am so happy for you and this season in your life.
Your kind heart and soul radiates through your videos. I am sorry people can be mean. Knowing you through your videos I know you did your best to make your marriage work. Sometimes God's plan for us isn't what our plans are but everything works out as is meant to be. Sending you courage to continue on your journey.
Welcome back!! For that top shelf at Jaclyn's how about either a live or even just a realistic looking succulent to bring in a little nature and a little pop of green?
I thought the same thing, maybe even a plant that has a trailing quality.
❤️❤️❤️👌🏼🙏🏼 Car chat was on point. Don’t dim your light. Sending love!
I need to buy that art piece! Love all of JJ's furniture too.
Thank you for being Awesome!!!! With the Tovala deal I have finally broke down and bought it for myself, I was always iffy about having to do the 6 weeks.
As a fellow Christian (who actually spent a lot of time feeling judged and shamed by the church and only recently found my way back) I love your view and your approach to your relationship with God!! So amazing to be a part of a community of people who want to accept everyone the way Jesus did instead of shutting people out through judgement :) thank you Michel!! All are welcome here!
You are a voice of love and welcoming to all which is inspirational and needed. ❤️
You are such a genuinely beautiful person inside and out. You are so loved!
Hi, Michel! 2 immediate thoughts: (A) I always find it interesting when a new 'friend' is a transformer of a person's hobbies! That this is one he shares with your Dad is even more interesting ;> Looking to see where this goes ... if he takes-up tap ;) (B) LOVE WHAT YOU SAID IN THE CAR CHAT AND THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I see/hear twinning sister mannerisms, so cute!
Wow good for you, Michel. After your talk about Christianity I can tell how much you’ve grown over this past year. A year ago I feel like you would have made a super general statement that made everyone happy, but now you’re bold, confident, and still kind.
Thank you for speaking out. I went the through the same thing during my divorce years ago. It made me avoid Christianity & God for a long time, which is just sad.
Im a 52 year old new follower and Im so in love with watching your journey. Your honest content is exactly what youtube needs. Thank you for sharing.
I'm so excited I just ordered my tovala can't wait to use it!!!
That's so so awesome that you and your sister are living in the same complex!! I would be excited too. I also want to say..I agree with everything you said about your views on Christianity. I'm exactly where you are on this topic! Thank you for your beautiful and sweet words!
I am so happy to know people like you exist. Thank you for your kindness Michel. I am proud of you for valueing yourself enough to never accept being treated badly! You're a wonderful person ❤ Sending you love ❤ 😍 💖
I am terrible and commenting on videos, but I have been watching your channel for several years now. I wanted to comment and let you know that I used your code to get myself a Tovala. I am excited to try it out. Also I really respect your views on what being a Christian means and showing love to all. 🥰 You are amazing, and I love watching all of your videos.
Hello sweet ma’am!!! You have kept us happy working so hard and having content going up for us while you were off! Thank you for this! I hope you had a great break! So thankful you are back though! 🙃
I loved the car chat! You are such a light and I’m so glad I ran into your channel 💖
You are amazing, Michel. This was very pure of you and truly appreciate this 💕 love your channel.
Michel - I am not a Christian, but the way you express the deep, deep devotion to the right values in life just hits the spot. I love how outspoken you are on this topic, it brings me joy to listen to you and even though I cannot relate to Christianity itself, I truly share the same values of loving, compasionate approach towards others. All the best for you 🤍🤍🤍
Just love your openness 🦋May God bless you
Thank you for this video. It is so important for everyone to feel accepted in this life
Ok…I really can’t wait to meet your new boy. He is one lucky guy! I just adore you- even more so after your car chat. I couldn’t agree with you more, on all that you said.🥰
God lives all. You are a beautiful and articulate person. You are yourself and that makes you the wonderful human being that you are. Stay blessed Michel.
Bravo! From the bottom of my heart I absolutely love your words
Thank you for what you said during your car talk. I am a Christian and a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. I am glad you shared your feelings. I appreciate that you don't get political, but especially with all the new laws recently, what you said is important. Especially from someone living in Texas. I have been watching for years, and will continue to watch! Love from Kansas!
I bought a tovala oven because of you a while ago and tried their meals and they’re so good!!! While it’s a bit pricey, it’s so convenient and I know what I’m eating is a good meal versus what I may be eating otherwise
My husband is divorced and I was in a long term not God honouring relationship where I was weeks from walking down the isle. And we have both felt Gods restorative hand in our life and abundant forgiveness. I can honestly say God has grace bigger than we can imagine when it comes to our human mistakes. I’ll always remember the scripture in John 8 where the woman was literally caught in idolatry and Jesus still showed her grace. I pray to be like Him more and that Christians would love just the same. We’re all imperfect trying to do our best.
Thanks for sharing your story, as someone who has journeyed a similar path I can testify to God’s restoration and goodness when you lay it at his feet. Keep doing what you’re doing x
Unrelated, but I thought of a fun thrift video idea for you! Another TH-camr, her name is Elise Buch, did a video where she went on a trip with an empty suitcase. The idea is that she didn't bring any clothes (besides pj's and delicates of course) and she thrifted her entire wardrobe for the trip. I thought that would be such a cool idea, since you've been taking lots of trips and breaks 😊
I saw that video....I love Elise!
I just want to thank you for being so genuine and kind. I've always disliked religion because of how much hate, bigotry, violence, and war it causes in the world. I find myself following different TH-camrs and if they talk too much about god or religion it just makes me really uncomfortable and I unfollow them. You are one of the people I've found that doesn't try to push your religion on others and is welcoming to everyone. It meant a lot hearing that you support the LGBTQ+ community as well. So thanks for being your sweet and accepting self. Keep being you and do what you need to do to be happy! 💕
You are such a wonderful person and I appreciate your car chat. I love your sweet personality and am so happy that things are going well for you. I was a tap dancer when I was little and am glad you're sticking with it. Enjoy!
As someone completely non-religious who has some negative/judgemental experiences with the Christian faith and a community: Thank you for being so welcoming, warm, and open. It is evident that you represent your God with the deep empathy and love towards others. And thank you for specifically welcoming the LGBTQ+ community. I feel safe in your corner of the internet and that's not always the case, with Christian and non-Christian creators alike.
Love the tap shoes! And I really enjoy you exploring new coffee shops! 😊
I’m moving out of my parents house at the end of the year with my boyfriend and I only hope when my little sister finally moves out we live near each other again!!! A dream. Love that you and your sister are close.
I love your bond with your sister ❤
So thankful for the honest car chats, it is almost always what I needed to hear ❤️
I paused this video and immediately ordered the Tovala when you mentioned the current deal. Can't wait to receive it!
I looove that you are so happy with this new guy. You deserve this so much.
I don’t personally know you but I am so proud of you girl. Keep sharing Jesus. You are beautiful and are so loved.
I've been heavily shamed by many Christians for my sexuality, beginning when I was about 14 onwards and developed deep hatred for being attracted to not just men, mostly women and I went through separation from my ex wife around the same time as you shared your story. I love this community and have never felt unwanted here, which is hard to say these days. Thank you for having a place for everyone to feel love and accepted. I am going through a similar period as you, but was homeless with my son for months; now we live in my friends bus and are safe for the first time in a long time, I also started a new hobby yesterday and met new people, I was proud of myself since I love people but in small doses but it was a great time! I turn 31 in a month, my son turns 13 at the same time and despite how rough life has been, I'm damn proud I didn't give up on believing on myself and my tribe for having my back. So much to be grateful for through the storms of life.
That car chat!! 👏🏾 As a fellow Christian, I appreciate your openness and honesty Michel, my sentiments exactly. So many in the church are misrepresenting what Jesus talk us to do. I will always lead with love ❤️.
you have quickly become my favorite friend to watch, you are so inviting and i love seeing you grow! love you!
I feel like you put so much of my beliefs into words in this video. Thank you
You do not make Christians look bad. I'm a Christian that also follows God's greatest commandment... love. I don't fit in to a lot of Christian communities because of my beliefs and support of ALL people. I'm so so glad I found your channel 5 months ago. You continue to inspire me!!
You’re such a wonderful person, Michel. Truly. Humble, accepting, kind. I love having you in my life. I don’t believe in God, but if God exists, he/she/they speak through you for sure.
“How are my actions showing love?” Amennnnnn 🙏🏻🙌🏻💖
The long sleeves make up for the fabric missing at the bottom.😂God is love. God also made us people the way we are.
Don't ever stop being you Michel! ❤️