"Dating with Purpose" | Carrington & Ashley
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"You shouldn't have to chase what wants you back." oooohhhh weeeee AMEN. So good.
It's so weird and beautiful that when couples are so in tuned with each other they start to look alike. To me, this is definitely Carrington and Ashley. ,May God bless their marriage and their ministry.
I felt the Holy Spirit come on to me while watching this video as a confirmation that God has already hand picked and developed a God fearing man just for me. I haven't met him yet but I'm excited to see the Lords vision come to fruition. All glory to the God. I'm am empowered :)
Have you met him yet?
How’s that going ? 😊😊
Okay....we need an update on this/encouragement. 🤔🙇🏾 Has he found you yet?
I hope all is well with you, has the one pursued you yet? x if not God has not forgotten and it shall come to fruition 🙏🏻
We need shows like this on tv!!
Teanaboo It will be, in Jesus name! :-) Thanks for watching
Teana Amen yed
Thank you for being honest about having sex before marriage. People need to see transparency. God bless you!!!
I thank God for accidentally leading me to finding this channel ! This interview is such a blessing and the past few days I feel like God has been trying to speak to me regarding this subject and I just thank God for leading me to Ashley and Carrington
Thank you so much for this video! I am 17 going on 18 and I am seeking God in all that I do even when it comes to staying pure in my life. So many people my age are dating and having sex, and in the end feel broken and destroyed by the things they thought was love. I have sometimes looked at those same people who were in a relationship and wished that was me, knowing that God was not ready for me to be with someone. I thank God for having Godly counsel from my parents and then having amazing people like you bring forth encouragement to keep on going and to be a wake up call to the truth. Thank you so much... this channel had really really blessed me and I pray that God blesses you even more in return. 💖💖
Wow! Glory to God! It gives me great joy to still see God fearing people in this world, look at how gorgeous this couple is. People do not realize what they are missing out on by not having a relationship with the Lord. I've been in 2 relationships in my life and both were very ungodly relationships/not having Christ at the centre/foundation. In both relationships, I got dumped and I realised that God made that happen because I was so blinded by this "love" that I couldn't see straight, I was looking for my fulfilment and self worth in a man, making him my god and just ended up with a broken heart twice. God showed me where my errors were, I gave my life to the Lord. He put my pieces back together. I have a relationship with God and always put Him first and even when I don't, His always pursuing me❤ I've never experienced such joy and fulfilment in my entire life, only God can do that. It's a supernatural kind of joy that no man can give. It's so amazing to speak to God and have Him speak back to you. The Lord said in His word "Seek first the Kingdom of God and all these things will be added unto you" Delight in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart"- I don't feel any less of a woman without a man because I have the MOST amazing and important man in my life! He more than completes me! God said to me many times that I must not worry, His in control of my life because I've surrendered it all to Him.ALL GOD WANTS IS FOR ME TO BE PATIENT AND HE WILL SURPRISE ME. He wrote my love story before I was even born. I just have to trust Him.
Marry a God fearing man ladies.
I'm SUPER EMPOWERED by this beautiful love story written by God, Ashley & Carrington God bless you both! You are such an inspiration! 💯✅❤😢😭
Preach sista!! Amen, Amen, Amen!!! This message will bless many! Thank you for tuning in, and thank you for sharing your thoughts! God bless you! Love, Ashley
I'm in the season of contentment and waiting. I am young but still you get desires to be with someone. But I agree with you Ashley, it's not about going out with the aim of finding someone but finding God and where you stand with him and he'll recognise that
***** I invite you to read and follow my blog on embracing singleness. Hope it blesses you. lovestory1986.wordpress.com/2015/07/31/embracing-singleness/
Love your honesty.....wow thank god for individuals who are willing to admit that the struggle is real and that at times people do slip up
it's so refreshing to see young couples who are rich in the wisdom of God and are willing to be open about it all. it's amazeballs! y'all are cute. Good looking Christians walking by the holy spirit. pls give us more, encourage more young people to love God and show everyone else. May God give me the one too.
Thanks for sharing! I enjoyed it, Ashley. loved the answer you gave to : How to you embrace singleness?" (21:12): "Don't get it twisted! Everyday I walked out of my house, I was looking cute and fly just in case." Because while you're busy doing what you're supposed to do waiting, you also want to make sure you are looking your best! thanks ! God bless!
boy you said a key thing there- him strengthening you and bringing you towards God unlike previous relationships. i get u!
I am so in love with this video! You are so beautiful Ashley and you guys fit perfectly! Thank you for being such a blessed example of a "God-centered" relationship!
Thank you love! All glory to God! xo!
Aww bro! I appreciate this video. Ashley, you and Carrington are starting to have the same smile lol.
lol soooo many people have told us that! smh...thanks for watching. :-)
I watch your TH-cam videos ...All the interviews I watched, really taught me so many and most important things about my relationship with God as well as others. You are truly a hero for all the ppl out there. I'm very thankful for God giving you this great vision. please keep going. no matter what, don't stop. God is using you to change so many young and adults more than you know it. The real meaning of marriage or dating has lost its meaning this days. because church, religious people, Hollywood's wishing our brain with the wrong idea. But thank you Ashley for speaking the truth. and please don't stop!!!
I literally feel like this video was made just for me. This has really encouraged me thank you.
Nellah Grace Awwwh! So happy it did! Thanks for tuning in!
When I was younger, like 8, and my family started at the church that we are currently in I thought a lot of the people that were married honestly looked like brother and sister and I was soooo confused. I was 8 lol. Okay so you guys really look like you are brother and sister and I think that speaks to how much you're growing alike and like one. God Bless!
What a great love story!!! Thank ya'll for being transparent! Ya'll gave good advice!
Venus G. Thank you so much for watching!
First off, I just want to thank you! I'm 18 and these interviews have helped me put things in perspective a great deal. They are such a blessing! It's wonderful to know that other people (true christians) are focused on tue same thing, very inspiring. I wanted to ask you a question since I don't have mamy people to talk to about this: How do you keep away from lustful thoughts and desires? I have a boyfriend who truly loves the Lord and we have a purpose driven relationship but our problem is the extreme attraction, we have set boumdaries and prayed about it but I truly want to honor him and God with my thoughts and actions. Any advice on this??
Ana Sancho love the transparency here and honesty in your question. I really enjoy what Ashley said in this video about knowing it is a temporary season. I can really relate to what she was speaking about abstinence. I would definitely encourage you to seek scriptures that deal with the mind (i.e. Casting down vain imaginations that exalt themselves above the knowledge of Christ; Whatsoever is good, lovely, of a good report think on these things; We have the mind of Christ; be transformed by the renewing of your mind) All of these scriptures are great to keep in your mind and put into practice. You literally have to make your flesh submit to Christ and the spirit of God daily. It's tough but the more you do it, the stronger your relationship with God gets and the stronger your convictions become.
I'm still watching it and that question about waiting as a single woman is where I am in. Daily, I am embracing my singleness everyday and my desire is to marry. However I am truly blessed to be in this single journey because I am loving me more, building my confidence, and learning more about me.
I can't wait to share my wedding testimony...ive been blessed by your story and how you shared honestly with your audience.Truly inspiring!
What's funny is that Ashley and Carrington look exactly alike!!
This was such a blessing! I loved the transparency. Ashley what you said about knowing what you want in a mate at the end really stuck out and that analogy about the cars was so true! Lol
Kiya Mackall Thank you so much for watching! :-)
I'm glad I found your channel. Often most people don't date with purpose and I really want to start. Running into a bunch of pointless roads with different men takes me no where
God be praised!
I appreciate you guys so much for your openness. This is what the world needs to heal.
I don't know this channel exists...This is how the Almighty God helps me, am on schedule, yes, I am on track. Thanks again, God bless you more.
I wish i watched this video a few months ago, it truly would have strengthened me during my trials. You guys are a lovely couple and I pray God continues to bless your marriage!
+Masi's Inspirational Moments HUGS! Thank you for taking time to comment
This was a great interview. The both of you look alike and are just a great inspiration to our generation. Thanks
That was awesome I loved you guys journey and just because you slipped up doesn’t mean you cant get back up on the right path everything the two of you spoke on was definitely a message for me🙏🏾🙏🏾😘😘
Wow, this was just what I needed. Thank you for your powerful message, it brought me clarification and empowerment. I'm in the Dallas area, and when my story changes, I will post my testimony. God Bless!
So encouraged. This was a total blessing. Thank you so much for sharing Ashley and CArrington!
Thanks you! Its all God, I appreciate you watching
Your show is so amazing. I have been watching proposals and found your channel. Keep it going. Thanks for keeping it real.
They both said pursue her not chase her there's difference, beautiful.
Ashley can the church say AMEN!!!! I thank God for empowering you to start these conversations. I've had so many confirmations watching your videos. so many of us single women that are working on our walk with God need the type of encouragement you provide in these videos. thank you thank you thank you
+janelle bailey Praise God! Thank you so much for watching & your support!
Every word was everything I needed to hear, thanks for sharing, I do feel empowered to move forward without guilt and honouring God
I like the advice about setting standards but then been open aswell. Sometimes setting standards could be ones setback when their not open minded. It can drive people out of ur life esp those who are insecure but then the one God has for you does not need to be intimidated by those standards. Instead they should allow that to encourage them to understand and know their worth.
That moment when he said "I'm so lucky..." awwww God bless them both.
Thank you for watching! God Bless you too
So much to learn! This is like my 4th time watching this.God bless naija sis. you are blessing keep walking in purpose.
So happy it blessed you! Thank you for watching
You are such an encouragement. Glad I stumbled on your page. God Bless :)
Olukemi Adeniyi God bless you too! I appreciate you watching!
Amen Trust and build your faith walk with God!
indeed your second half. you guys look alike.
OMG i'm in love with this channel and everything you;re doing is great, thanks for this! Peace
+El Tu Hugs! thank you for your support
Yes! Praise the LORD
I am listening to your audio book and I absolutely love it so far!!! You are so inspiring!!! Love you guys as a couple and I love the insight you guys give and how you advise others to be intentional with their relationships. 🥰🥰
Yess I been looking for this video!! finally found it lol thank u so much for the inspiration. blessing and love to u ❤
This video was awesome! I would highly recommend you all check out Heather Lindsey and Cornelius Lindsey if you have not heard of them. Great woman and man of God who talks about courting A LOT! They have awesome social networks, books, and youtube videos
Thank you! & yes I love the Lindseys! Thanks for watching! :-)
Thank you so much for the series it's encouraging and awesome to know that people are doing things in a godly inspired way thanks soo much for the interviews :)
All I can say is that this interview was awesome! Every question I have was answered, and then some. Thank you Ashley.
+Britney Fields HUGS! Thank you so much for taking time to watch it :-)
Thanks for sharing this interview. Very good advice. I'm curious what you think about pre-marital/marriage counseling?
Loved this interview! Thank you both for being honest and open!
I ENJOYED THIS VIDEO SO MUCH!!
honesty........i rate you guys 100 percent.
I now know why I'm following you guys. Beautiful and blessed!
Ashley I'm having a fit, you two. EVERYTHING was on point and that's why I keep talking lol.
Thank you for watching! :-)
Ashley Empowers girl I love it and that's honest. More then anything else outside of sermons. I'll will continue to watch, and support you guys. God bless!
Thank you guys for being open honest and real. I'm a new subscriber! God Bless
+SoHumNamah Thank you for watching!
This was beautiful and VERY eye opening!
FOR GOD SO LOVED THE WORLD THAT HE GAVE HIS ONLY BEGOTTEN SON THAT WHOSOEVER SHALL BELIEVETH UNTO HIM SHALL NOT PERISH BUT HAVE EVERLASTING LIFE
JOHN 3:16
Hey Browns! I appreciate your honesty and thank you for this video!
Beautiful. I love your love story. Very encouraging!!!
I love ur dating with a purpose story
I love this. I've also gotten to the point where I "weed out" guys who I know aren't pursuing God as I am. I'm sold! Would you recommend "friends" of the opposite sex. I notice when I meet guys, and realize that it's not going to work because they aren't pursing God like I am, they tend to stick around and say things to try and make it seem like we're on the same page when I know we aren't, so do I need to cut these guys off?
I know you did not direct this question towards me, but I would say know the purpose of the friendship. If you are going to be friends with anyone, be it male or female, make sure there is a purpose involved. Make sure the friendship is going somewhere. If these males are just trying to use God to continue to have a spot in your life, hoping you'll relax your standards and settle for less than what God has, cut them off and don't feel bad. Same way they found you, and want you to talk to them about God, they can find someone else. It sounds like to me God has already given you your answer honey.
nikkinae90
very well said! :-)
+nikkinae90 WOW POWERFUL answer
nikkinae90 wow, I know it's been a whole year, but thanks for your encouragement! Truthfully I'm just now seeing your response and yes, He has already given me that answer, waaay before I asked lol thanks love! Grace and Peace 💝
I have never heard such...fasting together! WoW!and that's not all!
(Thus video needs to be played, understood, and put in little children's books. It's real important information, because you have sat at the feet of Jesus, and have gleaned, even that which the Highest Boaz said to drop for you, you know that extra, and you were hungry for the good news, and got fed!)
And, what I really like, Ashley, is how Carrington really, really blushes, and gets set for you to say something nice about him. Tickles me pink!
(Have a most wonderful life in the Lord together, yes! ALL OF IT!
"I love you!"
-- Jesus
I wanna know how that man got that build, thats the exact build I wanna have, not huge bulk but some noticeable good bulk
Thanks for your honesty and sharing your story
HolisticHoney Thanks for watching! :-)
Thank yall
Thanks so much for this video it really inspired me
dami ayodeji So happy it did! God bless you!
New subscriber! God bless you both.
Great Video! Congrats on your marriage! God bless♥
Jessica B Thank you so much!
When you said you heard God say she was your wife did you hear his voice ? I hear that statement a lot and I'm always confused and why does confirm it like that for some but with ohers he leaves it up to the person to figure it out ?
When God informed me of Ashley being my wife, no he didn't not say it in a voice like thunder lol. When God speaks to us it comes off as being a thought of positivity when really it's from God. I personally feel that God will only speak to you in his omnipotent voice when it's necessary. I've heard this voice only once in my life so far.
In regards to you feeling that God informs some people of the Info of their spouse and leaves others to figure out on their own, I don't feel that's what he does. Because we are all different and learn differently, yes he deals with us differently, but God still talks to all of us. I personally don't feel that God would provide me with information that he wouldn't provide anyone else with. The issue comes on the receiving end. When God speaks if we don't listen or just brush it off as nothing, that's when he steps back and let us find out on our own. We as people are very hard headed so it's necessary for us to bump our heads a couple of times and stumble for us to sit still, ask God, and receive his response.
Lovely interview....i had also met my husband on social media in 2009
Thanks for replying back and I know I need to work on recognizing the voice of God better and the only way to do that is to be more in my word plus daily work at building a relationship with him as I would with a man I was interested in getting to know. I'm too juiced I found this video Lol I wasn't looking for it and bam ! It popped up so yay me and praying you and your beautiful wife many years of happiness and unconditional love
Beautiful... So precious!
HALLELUAH.AMEN.MORE GRACE.LOVE YOUR TESTIMONY
Ashley, could you answer a question. How do you deal with lusting (not sexually just emotionally), someone who is not a christian and has no intention?
Guarding your heart! Guard what you listen to and what you watch, and if you find those thoughts coming, cancel them, pray and choose a different thought.
Ashley Empowers i have that same problem thanks
Tracy Mumbi it is very had for someone who is not Christian because they lack the grace of God and are controlled by the flesh but but the spirit of God within those who fear and depend on God.
Many Blessings to you both!
Relates to me so much
Inspired
Great interview… Go, Elena!
This is all confirmation for me.
Beautiful couple and just in time for me!!!
I love the videos! So odd..i usually dont get any notiffications from youtube but i got one today recommending me to watch this video:) hehe
andrea holguin Yay!! Well thanks so much for watching it! :-)
I met my boyfriend of 3 months online and then I started Facebooking him then he asked me out 5 months later.
Yep I've been single for Years but I'm stil waiting :)
Keep waiting and praying, it's admirable. the happiness of finding the one that God wants is greater than settling too early and not being content
good people here
I REALLY ENJOYED WATCHING THIS VIDEO!! I AGREE WITH YOU...IF YOU DO IT JESUS CHRIST WAY FOR THERE IS NO OTHER WAY BUT HIS...YOUR MARRIAGE WILL BE BLESSED. GOD BLESS YOU ASHLEY & CARRINGTON ON YOUR BLESSED UNION TOGETHER!! REMEMBER~ A FAMILY THAT PRAYS TOGETHER STAYS TOGETHER!!!
I really liked your what you're doing and those videos are so inspirational! Keep going! ;)
I've got a question you've said that you were from different churches are you still or you're now at the same church? Because I always have this question in mind "Does a couple or people married can go to different churches?"
Hey! We go to the same church now. I recommend married couples always attend the same church together, but I do know some that dont. Thank you for tuning in! Love, Ash
Thank you for the answer! God Bless You ;)
I just love you two!!
He look at you with ❤️
Thank you!
Kansas Girl!! hey hey!!
+Ms Mellissa lol Yes!!! :-)
AMEN!!!
still love this!!!!
This is soooo good!!!
Aleita Michelle Thank you love
hey ashley how do u know his the right one for you
Waw amazing
What beautiful kids you both will have:)
Whoop! Triple D what's good!!! I love you guys. That is all. Lol
KeLZB711 LOL! Thank you for watching!! :-)
This is an awesome!
Angela Harris Thanks love!
I am thankful for such a God fearing couple as you two are. in todays society you which promotes sex sex fornication, its great that you and your husband are awesome role models.##God is awesome!
I love love love these series ! Keep them coming :)
damilola6 Will do! Thanks for wathcing!
♡♡♡♡♡LOVED THIS!
yes
July 5 ! my birthday