The Honest Reason We Moved Again... (the WHOLE story)
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- Опубликовано: 4 окт 2024
- The honest reason we moved again... the WHOLE story
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I'm not religious at all like absolutely not at all, yet in the past 4 years that I've been a fan of you two, it has been so fulfilling to watch you grow and see how much guidance you receive through God. I genuinely could not be happier for you. I'm so excited for this new part of life for you guys, parent hood is going to suit you so much you're both the kindest and sweetest people and I feel like I personally gain so much wisdom and perspective from you.
Edit: this has gained a lot of likes so thank you all ! this isn't a religious debate so please don't make it one! This is just a sweet comment to jess & gabe & how inspiring they are! sorry if the wording isnt perfect but this is a youtube comment not an academic essay lol
Same here. Not religious. But it’s beautiful to see how their faith guides them and i found the bible verse story really beautiful.
I don’t think Jess and Gabe are religious, christianity is about a relationship with a loving God not religiosity :) I’m a strong christian but have never conformed to religion 😊💛
If you think the Christian god exists you are religious
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@@ChrisJohannsen that’s such an ignorant take. believing in God does not equal being religious.
As a wife who struggles with depression seeing how loving Jess seems to gabe and how patient and present she seems with him during these seasons is truly beautiful. It’s not easy as a spouse to put that burden on your significant other.
I’m living for 6:53 when Gabe is in the midst of story telling and says “one direction” and Jess’ reaction 😂 I feel like we connected in that moment! Love you guys! ❤️
Yessss I commented the same thing! Hahaha i felt that. 🤣🤣
yesssss 😂
Hahaha YES! I was listening and when I heard him say One Direction backed it up just to see if Jess reacted, and she didn't disappoint lol
True directioners❤️
Lol
The slower paced life at Nashville sounds so lovely and I feel like having a cozy lifestyle and a creative community will be so good for the both of you. All the little moments were so reassuring.
I started SOBBING at 11:59-12:04 because I've been struggling with this too. ESPECIALLY the guilt that comes with wanting to leave my hometown/family even though I don't really feel like I belong here or want to be here. I really needed to hear this. I love you guys and I wish you the best of luck in Nashville!
Me too! I’m so so close to my family but I feel like I need to move and the depression and anxiety that comes with that has been very difficult. I don’t consistently watch Jess and Gabe but I decided to make a cup of tea and listen to their story. That time stamp and this story has helped a lot. God is good at sending us reminders that we’re not alone.
The way God is guiding you through this whole journey is so inspiring and touching!! I'll pray for your family and hope that the following days and weeks are gonna be filled with love and peace 💚
What do you mean by days and weeks
@@ChloeR2000 Most likely referring to the 'days and weeks' leading up to Jess giving birth to their first child.
been watching you guys since 2015 and one thing I can say is its incredible how in tune you both are with the Holy Spirit and your own emotions - moving and growing in directions that feel true to you individually and as a couple leaving space for God to mould you into who he is creating you to be
your name is so beautiful !
Hey Kezia, another one here😊
Omg lol hi kezia. Love that we are both long term conteam
@@fionakunjumon thank you so much!
@@kez1164 heyy heyy! love that ahaha i wish mine was spelled like yours because its pronounced like it!
How open and vulnerable this is, especially Gabe sharing a tiny bit about family dynamic struggles, is going to help so many people. I’ve watched for a little over 5 years now, and both of you have always protected those you love so fiercely, and do such a good job of protecting other people’s image when you speak about them, and it’s so refreshing and encouraging to see. Even though many of us are all the same age as you guys, you both set a great example and I appreciate it❤️
Welcome to Nashville! You're going to love it!
Nashville is a high crime city now
@@annjames1837 Absolutely! It's actually one of the most dangerous because of the socioeconomic gap. Worse than Atlanta and NYC.
@@pinkmacprincess im sure they know what they r doing so
This story is incredible; love the way you can see God putting the pieces together, and can just imagine Him smiling down as you guys see it all coming together too!
I loved EVERYTHING about this 🤍 firstly, I love how y'all shared all of the little confirmations that the Lord gave you guys about moving. That is EXACTLY how the Holy Spirit speaks to us. Almost in these small whispers that grab our attention. And your story is such a perfect example of what it looks like when you are moving WITH the plan of God. His grace covers the whole situation and it's like you are effortlessly flowing in the direction of that decision without you even trying! It's like you would have to intentionally TRY to move against where He is leading you because everything (the big and the small things) are pushing you in that direction. I just love how He speaks to us! Anyways, thank you so much for sharing all of this. Such a beautiful picture of what it practically looks like to walk with the Holy Spirit 💕
This is such a great testimony! I’ve been having similar emotions and doubts in my life and you story has put so much into perspective for me. Thank you!!!!
I can relate to Gabe so much in this video, thank you so much for being so vulnerable and honest with us. We don’t deserve y’all ❤️ Jess, you’re glowing and hope you’re feeling well! Love y’all!
Those God moments were awesome!!! The different moments with the Bible verse made me tear up. God is so good to us. This video has to be my favorite of yours to date because of how powerful this testimony is. ❤️
I got emotional watching this
It so great to see how God prepares you for the "new season" in your lives
So happy for you guys
I am so blessed by this video, because I finally feel like I’m not alone in visiting my home state and family and feeling like I don’t fit. I sometimes still feel guilty that I’m not looking forward to visiting my home because Ive changed so much and feel like an outsider. And you’re right you really do go back and things you dealt with in your childhood resurface. My husband and I will be moving back to our home state next year and I will be rewatching this video as we start that journey. You guys have reassured me that if we decide to move away again that is totally okay. God leads us through different seasons and he never leaves our side! God bless you three❤️
I absolutely agree with everything Gabe said about leaving your hometown. I left at 18 for college in Virginia 8 hours away, met my husband, got married, and moved down here permanently. We are also pregnant with our first baby due in October, and it’s been such a rough time feeling like we’re letting people down by staying in Virginia when we know this is what God has for us in this season. We have great community & a great church here, and every time I visit home with my husband, I always tend to slip back into that 18 year old I was when I left, now at 22. Thank you for sharing your perspective on this!!!!
Anyone else notice the way Jess looks at Gabe when he starts talking about his depression and she gets teary eyed? I can feel the love/pain in her eyes from the other side of the world! They’re the literal definition of true, pure love😭❤️ I say this before even finishing the video 😅
I'm not a religious person but i do believe in the universe giving signs. Because when you're going through stuff, there's confusion, chaos and uncertainty, but when you're progressing through or finally out of it is when you see the whole picture and it all makes sense then. So don't be bothered by sounding silly or nonsensical, if it makes sense to you! Because of this realisation, I've learnt to have faith, not in god but just have faith in myself, the people around me, humanity, the universe, and that even if it's not making sense now, it will all work out and I won't stop until it does. I guess that's what faith means, it can be however you like, whatever works for you, and that's great.
So excited for the journey God has you on!! It definitely seems like the perfect move for you guys and I hope you truly thrive and find community that will fill you up💛
I was sceptical at first but dang this was a really good explanation, especially the part about slotting back into your old roles when you move back to your hometown ... I felt that lol
Okay. First of all. Tysm for holding back and giving us this video. I cannot believe the amount of things that happened to make you guys choose nashville but it’s amazing. It’s almost like profound and I’m catholic but I don’t necessarily see God in the way of giving you signs but rather the universe literally telling you that you are meant to be where you are meant to be. The community, the lifestyle, the trip, your assistant, dog sitting and house sitting, your car, the realtor and that bible verse. Like honestly it’s such a crazy story but this is your life and I’m so happy to be able to have some insight into how you guys made this decision and that bible verse. Crazy matthew 2.21, we call it the magic number if you see it appearing more then once to you. Similar to like looking at a clock and its 12:34 aka 1 2 3 4! Sooo happy for you guys
Twenty seven minutes of jess and gabriel......my day just got better 😭❤️
Let's Go God!!!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻
God brought my husband and 2 little girls to Tennessee 5yrs ago. We moved 10hrs away from family in Illinois where we both grew up. It was a huge answer to prayer. We are now moving into a house next month with some land and chickens and a garden 2hrs from Nashville. Another answer to prayer. God is faithful!! I love that you are sharing your story and including your God moments because those tacky are the most important. God is in every detail big and small of our lives. I am so excited for y'all!!😉 Can't wait to see what God has in store for your growing family in Nashville🥰
I cannot express enough how incredible it is that God is revealing and showing up your lives. I am in the same boat. From when Gabriel shared about feeling stagnant at a point in his life to moving back home and feeling disconnected in some ways. I am so grateful to have met you guys because this is what I needed to hear!
This video just shows how important it is to have a solid community!! If y’all haven’t read Finding Your People by Jennie Allen, I highly recommend because her book has similar points to what Jess + Gabe mention.
The way Jess smiles when Gabe said “one direction” hahaha 😆
I love you both and wish you great things in Nashville!!!
wow! im actually tearing up hearing your story guys. that is so amazing seeing how God guide you and how He put these amazing people in your life in such an amazing time 💖
I’m so happy with how everything has fallen in place. I’ve been apart of y’all’s journey since the “surprising my girlfriend in Australia” vid & just thank you for letting all us viewers be apart of your lives & always being so open & honest with us. I cannot believe y’all are going to be parents SO SOON!!!! 🤗 like a whole new life has been created all because an Aussie girl wanted to go to church in LA! God is so good ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
This was so encouraging!! It has been almost 2 years since I came back from Australia where I served as a missionary, living in host families to going back to live with my folks and I can only say how much I relate with Gabe. I've been feeling stuck also and I know I haven't reached my full potential at home. Thank you so much for sharing you guys!! May God bless this new season in your life
Wow, wow, wow! This is absolutely incredible - Praise God for His hand and blessing over you guys. So excited for this new season of life for you guys! Thank you for sharing more & opening up, so amazing to hear how God is lining up all the little puzzle pieces.🤍 love you guys
this video made me want tear up multiple times. when yall first said you were moving to Nashville, I was so confused because the last trip I could remember was for the concert. but after hearing all the little signs God was giving you, and hearing that you feel like you're growing again, ahhhh I couldn't be happier for you guys
Totally understand both of you especially when Gabe mentioned being stagnant. Some people are just meant to relocate consistently because that's what fits their energies. Some people are meant to grow roots forever at a place. I've been away from my home country for 6 years and I wouldn't change my growth for anything else. I have learned a lot and will continue to do so.
I grew up in a little rural town where my cousins and I lived in one compound and that magical feeling I had for my childhood never left me even though my brother and I moved to the city for high school. We recently went back and I was so shocked about the changes happening in our town and how civilized it has become. The people I used to play on the streets with have their own stuff going around and I struggle to fit my idea of our hometown with what was happening in reality. Thank you for this video!! This video made me realize that I'm not alone in feeling this sort of nostalgia about the changes happening around me and how far away it has become from the one I fell in love with.
Gabe I thought I was the only one going through this and felt like no one can understand. I had to move back to my hometown and I was hit with the realization that I have toxic parents and I began mourning my childhood and teen years. I also felt like I came back into my old role. Not only do I feel stagnant, but I feel like I'm actually regressing. I want to leave my family but with a toxic family comes that horrible guilt. Thank you Gabe for putting it into words
Around 4 minutes I , I can soooo relate to coming back to your hometown after a while and not fitting in anymore. I don’t even have as much independence as other college students (I don’t have a job, live in the dorms, no car, etc) and even I feel like I’ve moved on with my life and made improvements, just to return to a town where everyone is the same as before but with more kids in their family. I feel like there’s no chance to grow there and when I go back, it’s like all the life is sucked out of me and I either need to leave, or I need to accept that I have to let go of all of the self growth I went through and be like everyone else. I’m glad to hear someone else explain it kinda similarly (or maybe I’m just assuming we feel the same LOL)
wow! the amount of God moments y’all had about Nashville is so amazing! I love hearing stories like this. thank you for sharing & welcome to nashville! (crazy to think I met y’all while you were here in March and we talking so much about the potential of y’all moving here and that is when y’all were testing the waters!) I am glad to know you love my hometown area and can’t wait to see your family thrive here as well!!
just realized the amount of times I said y’all but there was just no other word for it, so you’re welcome 😂
Oh my goodness, I started watching this video and then got a notification that Jess just posted a Q&A on her own channel too. 😍 I will be watching it directly after this video. This is already a good morning! ☺️👏🏻
just finished watching it and I’m now watching this one😌
I have grown up in church, but sometimes I have wondered why God allows us to go through things that hurt so bad. You guys have helped me realize that even though I cannot see a way, God is there, and this video shows that you truly believe that!!! We need more Christians like y'all...
Remember: Jess wants land, lol
But in all seriousness, I am soo happy for you guys! I'm so glad that you were able to come to a resolution and make a decision on what's best for your family. I've been on a similar boat, not as wild of a ride as you guys, but as my wedding day is getting closer, having to make decisions with my fiance and not relying so heavily on my family anymore has been difficult, sometimes it's hard to let go. But it's for the best for the sake of your own new family that your starting to form. and it's wonderful seeing that you guys are surrounded by friends and family who are so supportive of your decision.
Love you guys! You're truly an inspiration for me, God bless!
I’m so glad you guys spoke so honestly about this, because I have struggled with living far from family for a while. When I was 18 I moved 2 hours away from my family to be closer to my boyfriend and now we are married and about to move 5 hours from our hometown & family. I feel guilty, because we are about to start having children, and I grew up with a very close family dynamic. I know we can make time to visit them and our children can still grow up with good relationships with their grandparents. We are moving because my husband was going through a season of depression, similar to how Gabe described. Lots of burnout, questioning identity, wanting to provide for us without overdoing it. So we are moving to Cincinnati, which is somewhere we both love and have wanted to live for a while. We just didn’t expect it to happen so soon, but God started opening doors left and right and basically telling us to go. You guys made a good point that family shouldn’t stop you from doing what God is leading you to do. I am praying for safe travels and a safe and healthy delivery for Jess. I love you guys!! 💖
That stagnant feeling you were talking about and almost reverting back to who you were before you moved out of the family home is understandable because I left the place I grew up with my cousins at the age of 6 and then one of the times I went back (at like 21 yrs old) one of my uncles was like "you didn't used to be like this, what happened"...... it was like they were still expecting me to be that 6yr old they last saw as opposed to the adult with her own views and opinions before them, it was strange to think back on.
Ngl when you guys first revealed Nashville I was like wtf, why?? but this video and all of the clear signs from God just proves y'all are on the right track, wishing you (3 😊) all the best, very blessed to continue to witness y'all's journey.
I have been struggling a bit with moving back after college. I moved to college at 18 and now I’ve moved back at 22. Got married last year and we bought a house because renting is insanely expensive where we are, but we talk about how we are already ready to leave. I definitely relate to what you said about feeling like you need that “permission” to leave. I feel like we haven’t gotten that since our move is pretty recent, but definitely going to be thinking about this video for a while and it is really comforting to hear your perspectives. Thank you for this video
I think many times society makes us “feel bad” for not living where are families are. Sounds mean to say “I don’t grow there” but it doesn’t mean they cannot grow there. That’s why so many places exist, there is a place for each one of us to thrive. I’m happy you are heading towards a better place for you! You can always visit your family and have them visit you.
I made the desition to move across the world 5 years ago and I can never see myself going back. The growth is too big to pass it out, we need to live our lives and be inspired to be able to make art. Even when it’s hard at first, a community perfect for you will eventually build.
😘❤️ best of luck!
Happy for you guys! Not that you owed us an explanation, but now this move really makes sense to me! I used to live in southern CA and then 3 years ago I moved to Texas and got married. And it’s so true what you say about that “slower pace lifestyle”. There’s just something so wholesome, charming, and beautiful about it that I’m not able to really explain in words. It’s something I didn’t experience in CA. But now I truly love Texas, the values, the people, the hospitality, the food, Sunday church and BBQ with family and friends… the “simple slow paced life” is truly a happy one ❤️
Tbh, videos like this I usually skip through and just listen to the key points. But this video captivated me and I watched every single second. I’m so glad you both got so much validation on your trip. It sounds like the stars were really aligning for you. I’m so excited to see this next chapter of your lives!!
I’m originally from Clearwater, Florida and moved to Nashville 4 years ago to go to college and pursue my music career. I started my adult life up there and recently moved back to Florida and accepted a job closer to family. But I totally relate to everything you guys were saying about the how different the feeling is in each city. Nashville is seriously such an incredible city - so many young families but also so much work ethic and creative passion… and dogs 😂 Milo will fit right in. And something about Florida is just so different. It’s so refreshing and inspiring to watch you guys as a young couple seriously discern the Lord’s will on your life and share about it. Thank you for contributing this unapologetically to the creative community. I’m so happy that the Lord is directing your path, and know He has so much in store for you!!
“Everyone who has given up houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or children for the sake of my name will receive a hundred times more, and will inherit eternal life.” (Matthew 19:29)
Although the Lord doesn’t have me in Nashville for this season, I can totally see myself moving back to raise a family for all of the reasons you described. And I just wanted to say, even though I’m not a current Nashvillian, with all Nashville hospitality and love - welcome to town - welcome home.
I’m a born, raised and still reside in the South so when y’all say, “Y’all” I’m astatic!!! I love all the God winks and confirmation through God’s people and the timing helped you all to have your steps ordered by the Lord into your Promise Land! I’m very anxious as I feel a pull to leave at least Arkansas in the next two years for my Promise Land! I have been in tears so much as of late just trying to trust God’s plan for my life in this season and to continue to be still because it’s not feasible for me at this time to relocate. Your story is so beautiful and I’m happy for you all. It’s a reflection of how you both keep God at the center of your journey/life! 🥰
Hearing your whole story of how God led you was so encouraging! It's amazing to look back and see all those little confirmations leading you to where you're meant to be.
I have to say this was so refreshing to hear as someone who grew up with a similar background I always feel this sense and f “needing permission” and I want Gods direction in my life but sometimes I feel like it’s hard to know exactly where I’m suppose to be or where to go definitely feeling like I want to thrive and please pray for me that God shows me how to do so and opens the door for so many things I’ve been waiting for 💛
My wife and I just watched this together and realized how much more we want to start recognizing those little God moments. They have probably been happening for us, but we think it’s important to actually pick them out and recognize them the way y’all have in this video. Your family is inspiring to us!
Aw man. The permission part hit hard. I’ve been here my whole life and want to move but the thought of leaving everything and my family is scary for me. Finding permission for yourself is so hard!
This entire story is so awesome and REAL. Thank you both for such authenticity and rawness - truly to another young person trying to navigate the constant changes and desires to move or change careers/circumstances getting to hear an authentic journey from others really helps more than you know! And is so hope giving! I'm beyond excited for you guys and can't wait to see all God does through your lives when you simply follow his steps!! Love it and yall!
Ask and u shall receive ❤️😭
So grateful that u took God at His word and asked Him to lead you. He certainly answered your prayers and His love for you two is so amazing ❤️
While watching I kept saying "shut up, no way 😍😍😍😍" yall make me want to cry, many blessings, little family❤️❤️❤️🙏🏾
I'm so happy that everything worked out so perfectly for ya'll. Wishing you all the best as you get ready for your little girl to arrive.
I absolutely love how much you are giving the credit to God and seeing all of those God moments! It’s so cool to see everything work out so perfectly when our plans and God plans align 💗
You guys bring me so much peace, I remember finding Y’all on RUclips when I was in high school and as I got into junior year I went through a really hard time and all I can remember now is how much peace I felt when I saw your videos, got your notifications and you’ve been my safe place in a way for so many years now! So seeing you guys grow as a young couple to grown adults and now expecting a baby is insane and I pray God keeps giving you blessings on top of blessings because you deserve them❤️ gabe I am so happy to hear you’re finally feeling the send of growth as a person again, and that you are out of a dark place mentally! Jess thank you so much for being so understanding and kind to gabe bc that’s what someone needs in those moments! I love you both so much!!! Can’t wait to hear from y’all again❤️🫶🏼
Can't wait to follow your adventures in Nashville! It would be cool for you to film for us how you wonder around a town, discover little cafes, places, nature, experiences.. Enjoy max!
Are you guys planning to meet with the Johns' family? I feel like you guys haven't made any videos together again and they recently moved to Nashville too!
Love that the Lord is leading you and you’re listening! So happy and excited for you with this next season of life you are entering!
I have been watching you guys for years! You guys were made for each other. Your journey is so inspiring! You guys breaking down this story/decision proves that even more!! God (or universe whatever you choose to believe) is 100% with you every step of the way in your lives and was/is basically screaming all the signs needed to help you make this choice. As you kept telling the build up + the signs behind your decision to move to Nashville my jaw just kept dropping especially the voice message part / verse and what the realtor said!! Shook! I’m so happy for you guys
Having just moved cross country to a life and place i and my fiancée are more aligned with (in lifestyle, work, activities, family, etc) this was SO resonating! Thank you for sharing your story! And the amount of connections & small things that led you to the Nashville decision is so cool & amazing!
My husband and I left all of our family in Florida to move to Knoxville, TN. We have almost the EXACT story as both of you, but WOW has this move been amazing for us! I am 6 months pregnant now with a baby girl and, since we’ve moved here, my husband got baptized, we found a wonderful church that we now BOTH work for, and we feel a peace that we’ve never felt before.
Just because your family lives somewhere, does not mean that’s the same place God is calling you. I hope one day God makes our paths cross so that we can share stories and introduce our daughters. Wishing you both the best🤍
You guys are amazing parents already for making this move and listening to your heart and bringing your daughter home to a home you feel good in
Wow, this is amazing💗 Thank you for sharing your story. I can relate and totally understand the feeling of being “stagnant” in your growth around family. I have experienced the exact same thing and it’s easy to feel guilty for being away from family, but the Lord wants us to thrive and be our best selves and continue to grow (emotionally, spiritually, in our careers, etc). I am so so proud of you guys and love how prayerful and intentional you were about every decision. I can see God’s hand all over the story and it is truly inspiring 💗🥰 so happy for you two! I pray for a healthy labor for Jess and baby 💕
What I planned: lemme catch up with the vids I haven't watched in the last few months
What I got: Sort of therapy.
But srsly, I'm getting CHILLS because this past few days I have been experiencing what Gabe talked about like that feeling of "leaving your home land for years and then going back to it and then feeling like yourself is expected to reset to the person who you were before you left" and currently thinking and praying for the thoughts of "what if I move somewhere?" but no idea how to pull that off in my current state. Thank you for sharing this!
You can tell Jess is good listener and an understanding and caring person, the way she looks at him and just lets him talk.
This story is so beautiful! Even if you had a hard time it’s sometimes necessary to know what we truly want in life or what would fulfill us.
Your story of struggling (with the place of living and also with the family having them near or not) is something I totally understand at the moment! I am also thinking about what’s the best for me and if I would be “bad person” if I want to live far away from family and friends.
I was getting so emotional while listening to your story and it was really the perfect time to listen to it in that period of my life right now ❤️
Thank you so much for being honest with us and also showing us that no one’s life is perfect even if it sometimes seems like this on the internet! I wish you the best and a happy new Start in Nashville and that your dreams come true 🍀❤️
I truly believe God is intertwined in every detail of your lives. As I finished watching your video I opened my Bible and this came- you mentioned thrive many times. I believe it’s truly Him “For I will pour out water to quench your thirst and to irrigate your parched fields. And I will pour out my Spirit on your descendants, and my blessing on your children. They will thrive like watered grass, like willows on a riverbank.”
Isaiah 44:3-4 NLT
As someone who's also dealing with not knowing what (and where) to do, back in my home town after so many years away, not thriving but not sure about leaving my family again, it's so inspiring to hear your journey and how God's putting all the pieces together. It definitely gave me that trust in His timing that I need right now!! Thank you guys so much for sharing it, we couldn't be happier and more excited for you both 💛
This is honestly one of my favorite videos of y'alls ever. Those little moments are huge signs that y'all are meant to be here. And y'all are definitely gonna experience different seasons 😅 welcome to Tennessee! 🤍🧡
Oh my gosh❤️ when you guys mentioned Matthew 2:21; wow. God is soo soo good! I literally got chills!
I don’t usually enjoy sit downs but this was a really great story time! Super encouraging for others that may feel like this. I’m wishing you all the best in Nashville and Brisbane ❤️
I rlly deep dived into my self and my demons and childhood with therapy and eventually I was diagnosed with depression but it was the best thing that ever happened to me because I now have an amazing understanding of myself, my emotions, my moods, and my thoughts. It’s not easy. It’s so hard but the work you put in is so freaken worth it in the end.
You guys are absolutely glowing!! And that makes me so so happy for you. I’m so glad to hear your path had felt clearer and that you’re finally where you feel you’re meant to be. Looking forward to taking this journey with you! Much love from the other side of the world ♥️
it's so awesome to hear yall's story! I'm glad that you two have found peace in your decision to move and that God has opened so many doors for you! The whole time I was listening to you guys talk I kept thinking "how cool that Gabe and Jess LOOK for God in all they do!!" I used to think that God just showed up in situations every now and again and my job was just to wait, but not too long ago my perspective totally changed. I believe that if we live to please God then He is always working in and around us, we just have to look and find Him. Anyways best of luck with the baby coming and with the move! God bless!
God is so good. I enjoyed running into you guys at the coffee house on second several weeks ago with my girls 💛🙏 My husband and I too, have had God moments since moving here in January about running into people we knew growing up in CA, or people we know of that God orchestrated the timing, the day, the decisions just as He’s done for you. We moved away from family, but love being here. Just keep praying and seeking the Lord, He is in control. God bless! 🙏
I'm only at the 5 minute mark and I'm starting to relate a lot to what Gabe was saying about feeling stagnant. I lived away from my family while I was in University until my first job, and that was around 5-6 years. When I quit my job and decided to study more, I moved back home. I was 26. Even the age is quite similar to his story haha. Almost 2 years later, I'm finishing up my graduate studies but I'm also feeling stuck. Like being at home makes me regress to a child who depends on their parents a lot. So the past year I feel like I haven't been progressing in life that much. And this is quite difficult for me because I wish to be closer to home while I still can, since I see myself moving to another country in the future, but also realizing that home isn't the best place for me to grow presently. This is something I've been having a hard time accepting lately. That maybe being away from home is what I need.
I absolutely love these sitdowns🔥 It's so encouraging to hear about all those "little" signs from God and to hear about your experiences. It makes me want to build my relationship with God so much more and strengthen my faith in him🥰 so thank you for sharing this. It has an impact and it's so beautiful to see Gods presence through you and your stories!
y'all have no idea how much this video actually helped me!
i was having such anxiety then this video showed up in my homepage, which i know wasn't a coincidence because this video was posted june 11th and it is now june 20th.
i've followed jess and gabe since they were just in a relationship so that's probably 6 years ago.
i was dealing with a very bad depression and anxiety for a whole month,
and i kept doubting everything that's happening in my life, like if i'm in the right path or the right place or not.
but seeing this video made my faith grew so much because i believe that God will make everything beautiful in His time and everything will fall into place eventually.
thank you jess and gabe
As someone from Oregon who moved to North Dakota in 2010 for college at 18 years old, then moved back to Oregon in 2018 at 26 years old, I feel you big time.
Jess' eyes stand out with her wearing green! :) so beautiful!
Wow just wow. This is beautiful! I think it’s important to highlight back to you guys from an outside view and from another believer that you gave this doubt/life decision over to God and you asked constantly for him to give you both clarification and signs, and this is exactly what He did. From then I’m also going to say that you both obeyed and listened with open ears, soul and mind which is beautiful to witness. I’m so happy and proud for both of you not in a condescending way but in a way that the Lord is so present in your lives and you are not only using your lives to give glory to Him but also your platform to document your testimony. I am emotional at this video and you both touched on so many areas of life with so much grace, truth and conviction. Thank you for always being my sister and brother in Christ, you both motivate me so much more than you know. Praying for you both always, God be with you both now and always☀️🧡
I love love love this video, just sharing a bit about how decisions are made and the steps to getting there. My husband and I also have some decisions to make regarding living situations and work and this has truly encouraged me and reminded me that God won't leave His flock in a space of unknowing and that He will surround you with the love and support you need when you trust in His purpose for your life. SO thank you for sharing and I pray that you enjoy these last moments as a family of 2 and that your family is blessed beyond words xx
love that you mention that nashville has a mix of family life and entertainment life because that is the exact reason i felt called to move here, my degree is entertainment but i didn’t want some place like LA or New York because i wanted smaller community:)
I LOVE this story, so many God moments in your decision to move!! It's so encouraging to hear and I'm so happy for the three of you 💜
At the 12:06 mark, I went through the same thing 6 years ago... I was born and raised in Texas, but my first marriage took me all over the world (he was military)... when we eventually separated 12 years later, I went back home to Texas to gather the tatters of my life back up and mend it all. I felt like it was the most natural place to do it: the place I'd been born and raised. At first, things were fine... but like Gabe mentioned earlier in the video, if you leave your hometown, do some living and changing, then go back? It's a shocker. My friends that had never left had never changed... never evolved into anything but what they were in the late 90s. And there was NOTHING wrong with that, but *I* had changed immensely. I knew very shortly after arriving that I would take my time deciding what was next for me, but I didn't have to be THERE... I never spoke that out loud to my mother, because I didn't want to devastate her... I was always worried about other people's well-being. Then I met my current husband who lived in California... the plan was always that he would move to me, but when he did, he was unable to find a job. For two years, we struggled hardcore... until I finally put my foot down and said I'd move to California in a heartbeat if he could get his old job back. So he did... and we did. It was the best thing I had ever done for myself and my kids.
All of this rambling to say: be glad you're discovering this stuff in your 20s... I was in my mid-to-late 30's when these realities finally hit me. You guys are smart and resilient. Keep being awesome.
Wow so many signs placed in your heart & minds to show you the path to Nashville. Purely incredible.
Oh my God I’m watching this blog after so long and Jess‘s confidence is literally out of the roof I’m living for it
I also noticed Mark 2:21 which says "No one sews a patch of unshrunk cloth on an old garment. Otherwise, the new piece will pull away from the old, making the tear worse." Sometimes going back to your hometown just won't fit right, and we know that it's okay to feel like that. This move would've felt like the most rash decision, especially moving so quick and away from family, but i'm sure God has plans to prosper you and for His will to be done through you guys. God bless.
genuinely, as a young adult - i am learning from you both, not only receiving entertainment. thank you for being such great role models :)
God is so good. I had goosebumps. God moments are so precious and just confirms He is with us. Love ya’ll.
I hit chills during the scripture reading. God is so so Good.
wow you two explained everything I have been feeling since I moved back to my hometown that I could not seem to put into words! I lived 4 years of my adult life somewhere else and now moved back and have been living in my hometown for the last 2 years and feel out of place and stagnant.
i just want you guys to know i had CHILLS this whole video!!!! you guys are so amazing for following Gods will in your lives, i’m in a an odd season of life too and seeing you guys find your way through this is so inspiring to me and i’m sure others as well❤️ thank y’all for always being yourselves and so transparent!!
Gabe is going to be the groofiest dad of all times.
And Jess will be so very kind. Both will be so loving!!
(As they of course already are)
My husband and I moved to South Carolina from Orlando, Florida and haven’t regretted it! It’s hard to be away from family of course, but there is so much growth when you move away and you gotta do what’s best for you two and your family. I love this whole testimony you shared, it feels so similar to what my husband and I experienced, we felt like God was just swinging doors opened towards SC and we have just loved it here.
i honestly love this so much. i'm in this season of life of also being in a different state while getting married and wanting to start a family soon and feeling this guilt of not absolutely wanting to move closer to family because it doesn't feel like the right move, and feel the exact feeling you just described of feeling stagnant and like I have no room to grow and feel lost. it's so freeing to hear y'alls story and how much peace you've found, makes me feel less stressed/guilty about not wanting to back home.
So amazing to hear your story & so happy that you’ve found a place that is perfect for you! 💛 It’s so reassuring to know that you already have a community there that welcomes you with so much love 🥰 Hope you are enjoying your time in Australia now for a while before getting back to your promise land🫶🏼
My excitement for Baby Conte is real 🥲🫶🏼