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  • @Cliquityklack
    @Cliquityklack 2 года назад +155

    “Broken people break people and then blame them for the pieces”

    • @MsCasstastic
      @MsCasstastic 2 года назад +1

      Reminds me of the saying, "Hurt People hurt people."

    • @Cliquityklack
      @Cliquityklack 2 года назад

      So true!

  • @christielight
    @christielight 2 года назад +206

    I think you can absolutely fulfil/maximize your PURPOSE without a spouse. We need people but they don't have to be spouses.

    • @lovefelix1566
      @lovefelix1566 2 года назад +18

      100% true!!!!

    • @SEXINUNOIT
      @SEXINUNOIT 2 года назад +9

      I 100% agree

    • @TakidaJ
      @TakidaJ 2 года назад +19

      I was waiting for someone to mention this if all things will work together for our good!! Spouse or not he will bring it all together

    • @shalomchipepera6733
      @shalomchipepera6733 2 года назад +16

      I couldn’t agree more! Coz what if you marry a spouse that actually derails or holds back your purpose? Coz the idea here is that it’s a “good spouse” that helps you fulfill your purpose. What if you marry an unsupportive spouse who thinks your dreams are irrelevant and doesn’t create an environment for you to thrive? What happens? Are they stuck? Do you divorce and look for another spouse, the “correct one” that helps you fulfill your purpose? What if you never find the “correct” spouse, does that mean you’re destined for an unfulfilled life? Doesn’t seem like God would set us up for failure like that by putting our success in the hands of another person. I think he put it in our own hands and I think the Pastor is right we do need people and it would be easier with people to help but in the event that you don’t have anybody which is the case for many people, it’s not the end, I believe Christ in you is more than enough.

    • @SEXINUNOIT
      @SEXINUNOIT 2 года назад +11

      @@shalomchipepera6733 exactly! The notion that you will not live a fulfilled life without a spouse, sorta implies to me that for those who’ve never been married or as you mentioned in your assessment Married someone that ultimately wasn’t EQUIPPED TO SUPPORT them in their PURSUIT Of PURPOSE, than in some way God is insufficient. Meaning that he created you to be a pair but, either he didn’t send you the person your were supposed to do purpose with or that he isn’t enough for you to fulfill his purpose. He created us all with a divine purpose independent of our spouse do I believe that God has called some to do purpose together absolutely. But what I know to be true is The word. God is fully sufficient and whatever we need for the journey for fulfill his will he will supply. He is not a man that he should lie nor the son of man that he should repent. The Lord is enough, I’ve meet some amazing unmarried Christians carry out the will of God in a dynamic way, They found fulfillment in the Lord and they fulfilled the purpose of God for theirs lives.

  • @katelinlamberti5997
    @katelinlamberti5997 2 года назад +150

    Great conversation! However, I strongly dislike when Christian’s say, “I have to see them in all season” Listen, God has seen us both in ALL seasons so if we feel like God said yes then why are we waiting!

    • @BrookeLynn-sr6vy
      @BrookeLynn-sr6vy 2 года назад +9

      Nice perspective

    • @MasterMINDProductions
      @MasterMINDProductions 2 года назад +30

      cause I ain't God...but I respect your perspective tho.

    • @musicmaker1311
      @musicmaker1311 2 года назад +5

      @@MasterMINDProductions right🙌🏾🤣

    • @joyh.729
      @joyh.729 2 года назад +13

      True. However unlike God, we as flawed & weak humans have limitations on our energy, emotions, capacities to endure, etc. So you need to take the *time* to get to know someone bf marriage & count the cost of what emotions, sacrifices would be needed in order to live w a particular individual. The saying that marriage is serous & not to be entered into lightly is still a very wise saying.

    • @katelinlamberti5997
      @katelinlamberti5997 2 года назад +2

      @@joyh.729 I agree however as PS said as you get older you know yourself better and what you need/want in marriage so it’s different for everyone. Some people need to wait months or years to say I do while others don’t. But the saying I disagree with is an overall statement.

  • @LuxSquareLlc
    @LuxSquareLlc 2 года назад +100

    I’m 26 mins in and as much as I want to enjoy /love this conversation and as much as I’m fully aware of its necessity, I find it to be a bit problematic because I’m hearing more about the symptoms of dating/poor dating, rather than the root and core of why some of these problems persist. Example, the pastor spoke to the paralyzing power of rejection but didn’t acknowledge the root/one of the roots as to why it’s present for some or maybe even most people. Which speaks/connects to a lack of worthiness….. which then speaks to lack of identity, which then jumps to a lack of personal relationship with Christ. There’s more to this relational mindset then the symptoms we see with our naked eye.

    • @LuxSquareLlc
      @LuxSquareLlc 2 года назад +4

      FYI I stayed until the end and it was very entertaining and fun. Glad I watched it.

    • @TremaineRaisa
      @TremaineRaisa 2 года назад +10

      I LOVE that you made that connection. That's been my issue with 'Christian singles' talk and I've yet to see someone address it.

    • @afronese6484
      @afronese6484 Год назад

      these problems exist for many reasons and the reasons vary so it’s not very easy to pin point and the focus isn’t the issue bc it doesn’t matter about the problems people face it’s about how to avoid those problems and find the best person for you. the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom and if these people are actively seeking God they’ll be able to have discernment

    • @wfs4227
      @wfs4227 Год назад +3

      At least you have discernment to " check out," when others will miss that importance and run right past it. Kudos to you🎉

  • @ChateauDiana
    @ChateauDiana 2 года назад +60

    Listennn red jacket was spitting bars. Salt n pepper beard was going in speaking truth. Burgundy boots was so real, I love her energy. loved it. Both panels were wonderful

    • @ATSGENXStyle
      @ATSGENXStyle 2 года назад +1

      All in the details..love it!🙂

  • @TheMelodyLatrice
    @TheMelodyLatrice 2 года назад +40

    I'd like to comment on Pastor Zai's perspective about purpose being tied specifically to being married and you need to be married to live out your purpose. If purpose was so intrinsically tied to a spouse, God, in His omniscience, would have made marriage an automatic part of human existence and living. But, in the beauty of how He creates, He provides it as one gracious gift, powerful reflection and expression of Him but it isn't the only expression of Him in this world. If marriage is necessary for people to exact out purpose, why wasn't Jesus married? He fulfilled everything that The Father called Him in purpose to do. And He did so as an unmarried person. Marriage is beautiful. Singleness is beautiful. The theology of relationships in the Body of Christ is deeper and fuller than we often see. One could have a spouse who does not encourage them in their purpose and one could be single and have incredible community and relationships that push them forward in their purpose. I wonder if it's not the type of relationship but the quality and intention of relationships in our lives. And also, purpose comes from God. He is the author and finisher of our faith and the giver of our purpose. I believe other people, spouses included, can build into and support our purpose helping accelerate us, but the completion of our purpose isn't resting on another human. God Himself is actively at work in and through us. And if you never get married does this mean you'll never fulfill purpose? That seems to short change so many millions and millions of people. I believe God has so much more for each of us.

    • @TheRogorious
      @TheRogorious 2 года назад +3

      Well said, you can fulfill purpose without a spouse. Marriage is beautiful but Paul and Jesus fulfilled purpose without spouses. It's in the bible.people!

    • @valestate5420
      @valestate5420 2 года назад +2

      Literally my mind !!!

    • @thecurlyceo1462
      @thecurlyceo1462 2 года назад +3

      Exactly!!!! JESUS wasn't married and he lived with PURPOSE!!!!!!! Like what in the world is going on here!!!!!!!

  • @HelpDHelpU
    @HelpDHelpU 2 года назад +97

    I have never had a reason to go to Maryland but now I do! …I loved this and wish I had this type of church community and covering where I live 💜

    • @Destinyj7
      @Destinyj7 2 года назад +2

      Me too!! I was thinking I need to go to MD real quick lol

    • @keeninjaroberts6943
      @keeninjaroberts6943 2 года назад +3

      I’ve driven from NC twice already for this church! They referred me to sister churches but it’s nothing like Union Church

    • @HelpDHelpU
      @HelpDHelpU 2 года назад

      @@keeninjaroberts6943 That’s nice of them! But I understand…I live in California but one day I will have to make a trip

    • @feliciaa3723
      @feliciaa3723 2 года назад

      Right!

    • @MasterMINDProductions
      @MasterMINDProductions 2 года назад +1

      @@keeninjaroberts6943 shoutout to NC!

  • @itzdaraa2411
    @itzdaraa2411 2 года назад +51

    B - beautiful
    A - adventurous
    D - devout
    D - determined
    I - intellectual
    E - enjoyable (fun)
    I love it👏🏾👏🏾😁

  • @lollyd2
    @lollyd2 2 года назад +31

    Great convo!
    Please let's scrap this "female(s)" business when referring to women; stick to women and men

    • @miacreswell5427
      @miacreswell5427 2 года назад +5

      Right.😐 If you can say man, you can say woman. That’s what makes more sense anyway.

  • @Cliquityklack
    @Cliquityklack 2 года назад +23

    “Real life is we have to be emotionally mature when we start dating… if you want real relationship then you gonna have to be open, vulnerable and transparent”

  • @MsKibibeBailey
    @MsKibibeBailey 2 года назад +13

    "Learn to love from your excess..." That way you won't get depleted. I understood why the church stood up and gave a standing ovation. 🔥

  • @SEXINUNOIT
    @SEXINUNOIT 2 года назад +38

    Tbh. I left feeling a bit bothered in my spirit this panel was for singles and leadership promoting marriage. But for me this doesn’t show the distinction of Christian marriage or dating vs the way that the world dates and find their spouse. And I believe that the word paints a picture of how God joins ppl together. I am 30 and in my late teens early 20, I witness a season where the generation of youths before me were getting married because the church was pushing it heavily. They pushed it because they were both young and Christians. Honestly if the only qualifier is that the person is a christian, and we’re not going deeper and truly discerning our potential spouse according to the leading of the Holy spirit and the word of God we’re doing ourselves a disservice. I heard a remark made about Christians being picky and super weird and their standard are to high. I would disagree I feel that as a body our standard are to relaxed. We haven’t set the proper standards. I get we’re all flawed but before we ever Pursue a spouse we should be Pursuing righteousness. We should allow ourselves to got through the process of sanctification, the crushing period of this walk is painful and if we’re are not being lead we’ll end up with an Ishmael as spouses and not Issac the promise seed. Our first priority is not to find a spouse, the Bible tells us to seek ye first the kingdom of God, and all of these things shall be added unto you. We have to fully trust the plans of God and not take it out of Gods hand. Back to my point about standards, Amos 3:3 says Can two walk together, except they be agreed? It seems like the only qualifier we’re looking for at this point is if they are Christian and do they go to church, but we have to have agreement in order to walk together. Do you both agree on Key things and those standards should never be based on our own thoughts and opinions nor should they ever be compromised. Do they share your core values, do they believe that the Bible is the inherent words of God. Are both spiritual mature or at least growing and pursuing God fervently. Or is one worldly and the other fully committed to way and will of God. Are you seeking the Lord for wisdom and truly surrender your relationship to him. We want to live fully purposeful and the only way we can is by intentionally including God in every aspect of our lives. Especially those things that we want his signet on.

    • @M-JACOY
      @M-JACOY 2 года назад +1

      That Ishmael vs Isaac point is very interesting! Thank you for sharing

    • @deannahusser762
      @deannahusser762 2 года назад

      Good Morning! Ishmael vs. Isaac is definitely a powerful statement. However, I think this panel is an awesome conversation. Everything you said is so true but I also think it is important to have conversations like these that don't go to far out of bounds but is right on the edge. Yes the church pushed for marriage back then but I have seen those same people divorced or just unhappy. Back then they pushed for marriage to avoid sin but it didn't always create healthy marriages for people to want to continue the track of marriage. Having a spouse is so beautiful especially when it is done God's way but finding yourself, understanding yourself is apart of that process.

  • @S.NikkiKellz
    @S.NikkiKellz 2 года назад +44

    This was a great conversation. I can tell he wanted them to be more real and open. But that will always be a struggle because as he said, people care too much about what other people think. I did however get annoyed at the use of "female" by a woman no less. I know to many it's a small or non-issue. But if you can say "man" or "men," what's so hard about saying "woman" or "women?" But I did enjoy watching nonetheless.

    • @natashaalanna817
      @natashaalanna817 2 года назад +14

      I totally agree with you Nikki! It was distasteful hearing “female” while hearing “men”in the same sentence. There is a difference! Also, when someone brought it to their attention they completely dismissed it. Where is the grace in that? Nonetheless, I enjoyed this conversation it was much needed!

    • @gigi4love990
      @gigi4love990 2 года назад +8

      Ooof yes, I was there and watching this replay really irritated me as well. I had a boss tell me the words male/female need a noun, or you could be talking about a dog, a goat, a deer, etc. A female human= woman, male human= man. I'm surprised by how much I appreciated Pastor Stephen's commentary though, I haven't watched many of his messages.

    • @udb1987
      @udb1987 2 года назад +5

      When I heard one of the men say it the first time I verbally out loud said yuck!!! 🤣

  • @lovefelix1566
    @lovefelix1566 2 года назад +26

    Yes you can fulfill your purpose without a spouse... What were we created for? To worship the Lord in Spirit and Truth.... to love the LORD with all your heart soul and mind and love your neighbor ( not spouse) as you love yourself... ❤ Once you are doing this you fulfill your purpose to the Lord...

    • @abigailetheridge2769
      @abigailetheridge2769 2 года назад +7

      Yesss This is so true I wanted to scream…. Maybe they didn’t understand the question and move around this topic to fast but this is our ultimate purpose. I dislike how Christians try to make purpose so complicated

    • @canDANCEbrown923
      @canDANCEbrown923 2 года назад +8

      Totally agree. I so appreciate the topic of dating in church… but there also needs to be emphasis placed on two WHOLE people coming together. The only one we should depend on fully, especially for purpose, is God. Period. Your spouse isn’t your Savior. If you put them in that position in your heart, they’ll always fall short.

  • @rocsi8570
    @rocsi8570 2 года назад +15

    IF I CANT DIE TO MY FLESH NOW IM NOT GOING TO MAKE IT IN MARRIAGE........THAT WAS GOOD GUY IN THE RED.....I NEEDED YALL TO PONDER IN THAT FOR A MOMENT...

  • @Ghanaman93
    @Ghanaman93 2 года назад +19

    “Money is the fruit, vision is the root” that’s good! Great perspectives and so many gems in this. We need to keep these conversations going in the church, great things happen when we replace worldly mindsets with Kingdom mindsets. Culture’s way never gets relationships right, God does because He created them. Follow His lead and healthy relationships will follow 🙏🏾

  • @Dreamnatl
    @Dreamnatl 2 года назад +30

    I truly enjoyed this Q&A... I desire to see more of this in the church, this is what community is all about. Connecting people with their purpose and the right relationships.

  • @constancereynolds3110
    @constancereynolds3110 2 года назад +8

    I hope the congregation of this church is READING the Word of God for themselves and have a prayer life and being led by the Holy Spirit.

  • @callmecandiiiceee
    @callmecandiiiceee 2 года назад +70

    maybe it was just me, but this was really hard to follow lol it seemed more like a venting session than a time where people could actually learn and provide true wisdom. i was hoping for a little bit more wholesome activity lol i do appreciate their authentic selves thooo

    • @bxvs2732
      @bxvs2732 2 года назад +19

      No ...this was actually annoying....Where is the Pastoral council..that can give valid wisdom....it's just a bunch of people...that don't have success in this area talk...ain't nobody listening to hear folks who are not successful vent..We want answers.....

    • @tome.5569
      @tome.5569 2 года назад +9

      I agree, my first thought was this is chaotic. Although I want to like & enjoy this, there wasn't enough structure.

    • @TheRogorious
      @TheRogorious 2 года назад +12

      I agree where is pastoral council from th Bible not opinion. Can't believe it's a Christian church, I thought it was a secular program until I saw the name. God help American churches🙏

    • @atyus09
      @atyus09 2 года назад +2

      Totally agree! It was A LOT going on and was unorganized. Too many audience and panel interruptions. 😩

    • @lydiarugh7505
      @lydiarugh7505 2 года назад +5

      Yes and no word. This is the first singles event I ever saw that was this ungodly. No seeking wisdom from God at all. No older people giving wisdom.

  • @katrinaelise1133
    @katrinaelise1133 2 года назад +102

    This was a great and needed conversation! I am always interested in the language we use to describe one another. Why is it that we almost always use the term "men", but we say "females" and "girls" in reference to women? I think it's telling and signals a breakdown of the foundation between us. It may seem futile but I think language is powerful and indicates how we think. Just my thoughts 🤷🏽‍♀️

    • @janaer310
      @janaer310 2 года назад +10

      I caught that as well !

    • @toomuchinformation
      @toomuchinformation 2 года назад +31

      "Females" as a term is problematic, as it can refer to any animal, not necessarily a human being.

    • @dionna3674
      @dionna3674 2 года назад +19

      I totally agree with you! I’ve never been a fan of this kind of language in regards to women. Especially considering how a lot of secular culture uses the term “female” in derogatory manners. It’s never really sat right with me.

    • @HadithiZetu
      @HadithiZetu 2 года назад +1

      I wish we could say women and not feel like it's offensive but in Africa, you have to be careful how you use the word Woman lest you sound offensive. Funny.

    • @toomuchinformation
      @toomuchinformation 2 года назад

      @@HadithiZetu In what way is the word offensive?

  • @alexandriacs837
    @alexandriacs837 2 года назад +15

    26:58 where she asked “should they be?” When he said some people just aren’t sick enough of being single. And he responded yes but it’s merely a no. 1 Corinthians 7:8-9 ‘I say to the unmarried and to the widows: It’s good for them if they remain as I am. But if they do not have self control they should marry, since it is better to marry than to burn with desire.’

    • @puriezeondy9425
      @puriezeondy9425 2 года назад +5

      I thought the same thing, and same verse for 57:00 when he says Paul would have had to be married. There's nothing in scripture to back that up.

  • @amillennialwife
    @amillennialwife 2 года назад +5

    Conversations and spaces like these are so needed. Glad these pastors are leading experiences like these! I also loved when “The vision is the root, and the money is the fruit” was said! That was straight TRUTH!

  • @ashleigh4507
    @ashleigh4507 2 года назад +6

    the woman at the end being 47??? she is STUNNING. my jaw DROPPED

  • @nakiaholste9401
    @nakiaholste9401 2 года назад +41

    When the pastor said “men know the ratios.. we know we have endless options” I couldn’t agree more. It’s unfortunate that we as women can take the time to become the best most smart beautiful accomplished Christian woman and still may not be chose.

    • @bxvs2732
      @bxvs2732 2 года назад +2

      Lies....Our hope and trust is in Christ....No true man of God is even thinking LIKE that... because people forget we have to chose them too...They not getting every single women they want ...If they did..why are THEY still single ...If they are getting so much play from their ideal women....They NOT getting chose by the church Beyonce's and Ciara's..and if there getting these women sounds like to me they being church play boys because..how come the haven't chosen one of these women and settled down yet...B.sounds like if they ARE getting play...all they are doing IS playing..And don't no church girl want a man like that anyway.....That's why I'm not requiring my man to be a churchy man.....He can be a Christian but he doesn't have to be someone that's always at church...Most women I know from church that finally got a man .Went OUTSIDE..the walls of the church and got a regular guy ....Y'all better wake up....if church man is thinking like how you said..what is the difference...then getting a regular dude that might not be always in church...When the church dudes mentality actually sounds full of pride ...arrogance and worse then regular men.....

    • @thandomazibuko7384
      @thandomazibuko7384 2 года назад +4

      This is a very profound statement although very hard to understand and digest. I think it’s the other side of the coin the church doesn’t explore and it frustrate a lot of us when it finally becomes a reality

    • @thandomazibuko7384
      @thandomazibuko7384 2 года назад +2

      @@Dr.Beetlejuice110 very true the longer you wait the more desperate you seem to the guys, cause it seems like no one wants but intact you are just waiting to be chosen

    • @nakiaholste9401
      @nakiaholste9401 2 года назад +1

      @@thandomazibuko7384 what I mean: for example I’ve experienced men tell me (men friends AND love interests) I’m a great woman, attractive, hard working, loving, all the things… but there are literally 100 other women just like me In our little area.. so why would they choose to settle down with only me, and they could just continually date the 100… that’s what I mean by “I can be all these things and still not be chose” which speaks directly to the “men know the ratios” statement the pastor made.

    • @thandomazibuko7384
      @thandomazibuko7384 2 года назад

      @@nakiaholste9401 yes you are 100% right, I totally share sentiments because I’m currently in the same boat🤭

  • @leahknowsbeauty1168
    @leahknowsbeauty1168 2 года назад +13

    LOVED THIS! Need more real conversations like this in church settings. I do wish the male host (gray sweater) scaled back JUST A TAD. There were several times when someone from the panel was speaking and I wish I got to hear the whole thing but he'd cut them off and over talk. But overall great discussion! This needs to reach the masses!

  • @Ms.Nashiva
    @Ms.Nashiva 2 года назад +14

    FUN YET FULL OF GODLY GUIDANCE. MORE OF THIS PLEASE

  • @sarahanderson7874
    @sarahanderson7874 2 года назад +6

    there was so much in this conversation, soooo much. im grateful to God for the transparency in a safe space, I do however feel the chaos of conversation and “akeke” joking without finalizing of thoughts left for gray areas. because of SO many areas of input, there were obvious areas of confusion from this large conversation. great framework, glad God was in the place and in the conversation and in the people for real life questions for now’s time! It brought some real life questions to the church who does have a responsibility to address these things in a safe space and with God as guide.

  • @perism1586
    @perism1586 2 года назад +1

    I love the energy in this church💖 Got healed and delivered just by watching this episode. God bless this couple ministry. Definitely worth sharing! 💖

  • @reishapouncey8253
    @reishapouncey8253 2 года назад +8

    I need to be on this panel because they are playing it to safe up there! I love this entire video man. We need some transparency for the people!

  • @rachellelatryce
    @rachellelatryce 2 года назад +2

    Y’all had a great time with this panel and I LOVE IT! I Enjoyed this conversation so much.

  • @CoachKarenOliver
    @CoachKarenOliver 2 года назад +2

    Help us lord. Thanks for this I needed this tonight

  • @tiandria
    @tiandria 2 года назад +17

    My bf and I went to this. It was so much fun!! Thanks for a great night.

  • @moniquenarcisse2446
    @moniquenarcisse2446 4 месяца назад +1

    Thank You for your words/advice
    Pastor and First Lady!

  • @rocsi8570
    @rocsi8570 2 года назад +13

    Money is the FRUIT, VISION IS THE ROOT

    • @necolewimbley1713
      @necolewimbley1713 2 года назад +1

      That gem definitely BLESSED me

    • @rocsi8570
      @rocsi8570 2 года назад +1

      @@necolewimbley1713 okayy me too

  • @rachellejeanty9109
    @rachellejeanty9109 2 года назад +7

    Wow! This conversation was real!
    Honestly has someone who is dating for marriage, this was a enlightening conversation about the constructs that we have put around the pursuit and courting. Most importantly this discussion opened by eyes about the need for more of these conversations with believers and our partners.

  • @h.peters
    @h.peters 2 года назад +9

    What young people in the Christian faith tend to to wrong is, to let the world determine what and how to build a relationship that is going to last. Relationships were made by God and you're allowing the world to guide on how to do it. That's why there's been such a rise in divorce and remarry in the church. If you go to God and fast and pray giving yourself solely over to him to guide on who your one is, you won't be making the mistake of divorce and remarry like the world does and you won't be single because he puts you in the room where your future spouse is going to be and prepares you for them.

    • @M-JACOY
      @M-JACOY 2 года назад

      I agree with you that we should give God full control over who our spouse will be. However, I don't think that prevents divorce as people still have free will and can move contrary to the ways of God. Look at the people of Israel for example.

    • @bxvs2732
      @bxvs2732 2 года назад

      SO ..you prayed and fasted and found your spouse.?????....You didn't do that....so how do you know your giving good advice...The issue is that church people like you overly spritualize finding a spouse..... Show me in the Bible where someone had to pray and fast for a spouse......it's not Thier.....stop giving people advice that's not in the. Bibl

    • @M-JACOY
      @M-JACOY 2 года назад

      @@bxvs2732 Genesis 24 is one example. Abraham's servant prays that God will show him the ONE God has selected as Isaac’s wife (verse 14)

  • @alicealyss8201
    @alicealyss8201 2 года назад

    Loving it so far ! hope we got this in France, God bless you and protect your heart to LOVE everyone💚

  • @Cliquityklack
    @Cliquityklack 2 года назад +5

    Dude with the white sweater talking about brothers around us to keep us accountable is the most real thing. I don’t know if I want to date in the church without the vulnerability to be human and support to in faith!

  • @stephaniewabi8461
    @stephaniewabi8461 2 года назад +3

    This was great! I hope to visit this church when I'm in Maryland...but can I just say, Pastor Zai is gorgeous!! All around beautiful!

  • @heezy888
    @heezy888 Год назад +1

    This was aaaaaaamazing. So real and SOOOOO helpful and fun. I really appreciated the banter, the courage to discuss the Qs and experiences on everyone’s minds, and the intentionality! I can’t wait to come visit your church in person to see the community and ministry first hand. Mad Props from the west coast!

  • @voslosveryown
    @voslosveryown Год назад +2

    I’m 11 months late to seeing this, but this was Fun & Informative! A rare combo in the Kingdom. Bravo 👏🏽

  • @blessedbrand
    @blessedbrand 2 года назад +2

    I enjoyed this conversation so much. Thank you Union church family.

  • @mjhunter502
    @mjhunter502 2 года назад

    The energy amongst these young people is palpable. Love this!!!!

  • @sydneyjones1338
    @sydneyjones1338 2 года назад +22

    It's so weird how it is acceptable to say men, guys, gentleman but then females. It really makes this whole thing a little cringey for me and I have to admit this is taking away from what is just a good conversation

  • @christonrichards294
    @christonrichards294 2 года назад +2

    I totally enjoyed this discussion. Much love from Jamaica!!

  • @becca23746
    @becca23746 2 года назад +8

    I loved this!!! Wish I could join but unfortunately in the UK😭 but well done honestly I learned so much 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @WenOotje
    @WenOotje 2 года назад +4

    I don't now how this got on my time line but loved it. Was watching from work and y'all had me cracking up. Transformation Church (Tulsa) is my church but definitely hit the subscribe button. Keep up the Good work. 🙏🏾❤ Form San Francisco CA

  • @MyriamMantilla
    @MyriamMantilla 2 года назад +22

    This is like a panel of unsurrendered. It’s like how can you say no one is that strong. It’s self control from the Holy Spirit. Yes you can.

    • @emmanuellaogbonna3272
      @emmanuellaogbonna3272 2 года назад +3

      I don't think that in this context anybody is that strong because why put yourself in that situation where you will be tempted and most likely fall. I believe the Holy spirit would rather you live separately. IMO

    • @TheRogorious
      @TheRogorious 2 года назад +3

      So agree with you, and they talk like there is no God's grace or the HolySpirit, it's sad

    • @Heavenly.Minded
      @Heavenly.Minded 2 года назад +1

      The Bible says to flee fornication, resist the devil and he will flee. If you are living with a man before marriage or putting yourself in tempting situations you are not running from fornication you’re drawing yourself closer to it. The Holy Spirit gives us strength to run away from temptations and resist giving in to them. But you can’t put yourself in a situation where it’s harder to resist the Devil. Fornication is bound to happen. We are still humans!

  • @gwendolynhawkins5704
    @gwendolynhawkins5704 4 месяца назад +1

    I just ran upon Union Church.
    This pastor is real truth

    • @weareunionchurch
      @weareunionchurch  4 месяца назад

      So glad you found us!! 🤍🤍 Join us LIVE at 8:30AM, 10:15AM, 12PM, and 1:45PM this Sunday!

  • @CGFMusician
    @CGFMusician 2 года назад

    SUBSCRIBED!! Thank you, Union Church!!

  • @constancereynolds3110
    @constancereynolds3110 2 года назад +2

    WHATEVER God Himself has called a person to do and anointed that person to do God will give that person what is needed and apart of that purpose wether that person is single or married.

  • @lilmarque1
    @lilmarque1 2 года назад +7

    I saw a snippet something shared of this Q&A on Instagram, I had to come and find it. Subscribed!!!

  • @edendaniel5608
    @edendaniel5608 Год назад +2

    This was amazing!!! I was laughing the whole time but took away so much wisdom. Kudos to the panelists, Pastors, and hosts. Wish i could have been there in person!

  • @arelismargarito5283
    @arelismargarito5283 2 года назад

    This is sooo good 👍🏼 🤩 I believe you have to be balanced physically spiritually emotionally and mentally! Thanks for sharing 🥰🙋🏻‍♀️😇

  • @NiDasia2984
    @NiDasia2984 2 года назад +3

    I belong to Jesus and He belongs to me. I may be single to the naked eye but anyone who knows Jesus will be aware I am fully taken. He's more than enough! Also that "if I can't die to my flesh now it won't happen in marriage"🔥

  • @Koli342
    @Koli342 2 года назад +2

    This was so good 👏👏 and hilarious!!! 😭 The panel did amazing they were all so honest and open and I love that part ❤️💯 pastor you had great commentary and advice you and your wife are real example 💪💪💪

  • @krystalarchie
    @krystalarchie 2 года назад

    I found this to be very insightful. I wish l lived in the Baltimore/ Washington, D.C area so I could be a part of the church, for now, I will take advantage of the online classes you all provide. Thank you for giving all the Christian men and woman out there a platform and hope that we can find a community that teaches morals and values to uphold when dating. Its super hard to find men of this kind. Thanks again.

  • @kiarajofficial
    @kiarajofficial 2 года назад +17

    Soooo I'm just gonna submit my ticket to be a member before I move to MD this fall lol. I love this!!

  • @joelairdii4627
    @joelairdii4627 Год назад +1

    Need more of these!!!!!! I watched the whole hour and another hour and wanted some more!! Facts, I love woman too 😂❤🎉🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊😊

  • @MsEbonyangel
    @MsEbonyangel 2 года назад +5

    That was so good when he said if I can’t die to my flesh now . . .

  • @gab_sings
    @gab_sings 2 года назад

    I loved ALL of this! I wish I could’ve been there in person. I might have to slide through Union Church one of these days lol.

  • @gregbrown5491
    @gregbrown5491 2 года назад +1

    Powerful night! Gratitude!!!

  • @SimplyLaChonne
    @SimplyLaChonne 2 года назад +1

    I love love LOVE my church!! #UnionChurch #UnionRocks

  • @meddyhlung
    @meddyhlung 4 месяца назад

    Wow😂😂I love this church in so many ways. I’m giggling but also my heart is filled with joy the openness 👏🏾

  • @annagrace1159
    @annagrace1159 2 года назад

    Great energy here 🌟 the Pastor did a great job balancing the convo and keep everyone grounded.

  • @lilmarque1
    @lilmarque1 2 года назад

    Come on man of God, the white and black sweater was on point…red jacket too. This was good.

  • @latricia3511
    @latricia3511 Год назад +1

    It’s not just the fear of rejection, but the fear of getting it wrong when you come out of the world and into the Christian realm.

  • @kiriathrivera7092
    @kiriathrivera7092 2 года назад +1

    Im very forward! Lol. I dont have a problem telling a guy Im feeling him after observing the situation first!

  • @icee2398
    @icee2398 2 года назад +2

    Dude really used all his years at this church to study and I love that for him! You can tell by his answers how important being whole meant to him, and I honor his journey!

  • @ladychannah
    @ladychannah 2 года назад +1

    This is good!!...first time here definitely staying

  • @praise3700
    @praise3700 2 года назад

    I loved everything about this. I laughed, I cried, I listened intently. It’s just a shame that when I move to Chicago then I come across Union Church.

  • @thembisilenkosi562
    @thembisilenkosi562 2 года назад +4

    Really enjoy the conversation.

  • @joanne9634
    @joanne9634 2 года назад

    I loved this!

  • @dionna3674
    @dionna3674 2 года назад

    This Q&A is everything!

  • @trinitycodance6107
    @trinitycodance6107 2 года назад +1

    My sis in the red boots is so excellent! Talk your talk sis 👑

  • @radiance4923
    @radiance4923 2 года назад

    This was sooooo good!!!

  • @ruthlycadestin3796
    @ruthlycadestin3796 2 года назад

    This made my night! I have to visit!

  • @alchemic01
    @alchemic01 2 года назад +18

    I just wish Stephen knew how to stop interrupting every 5 seconds. 😂

  • @MsKibibeBailey
    @MsKibibeBailey 2 года назад +5

    "You should have known she was broken, by the way she dressed" woooooow.

  • @dejanicolas4578
    @dejanicolas4578 2 года назад +4

    Good convo, great topics! I appreciate the realness!

  • @Esteppang
    @Esteppang 2 года назад

    This was amazing !!

  • @SimmerJas
    @SimmerJas 2 года назад +1

    We need this in Dallas Texas so bad!

  • @adorekaniyah4741
    @adorekaniyah4741 2 года назад

    this was amazinggggg!!

  • @jabbaweezy
    @jabbaweezy 2 года назад +3

    26:26 Noted. Desire marriage more than you fear rejection

  • @ainsworthbryan834
    @ainsworthbryan834 2 года назад +3

    Paul was the exception, because God prepared him for that and he talks about,he wish they was like him but if they couldn't then they should do it,...

  • @ashleyjaff24
    @ashleyjaff24 2 года назад +1

    Amazing conversations. Ty to the pastors and wonderful panelist!

  • @ro8682
    @ro8682 2 года назад +2

    We have to point out that Ruth pursue at the guidance of an elder...That speaks volume on a lot of levels

  • @myleitawilliams5444
    @myleitawilliams5444 Год назад +1

    Praise the Lord everyone online ♥️♥️♥️🙏🏿‼️

  • @ajrenee3450
    @ajrenee3450 2 года назад +2

    Don’t agree that you can’t walk out your purpose without a spouse. I think a spouse will help you maximize your purpose, but you should be walking in purpose while you wait for God to show you your mate. Some people won’t even find their spouse or be found by their spouse if they are not walking in purpose. The perfect example is when the pastor answered the question about ‘getting money up.’ If you don’t know your purpose, not planning, not walking it out, not being intentional, why would I even marry you (even if you have money)? Like my ‘husband’ may see me out ministering to the homeless (my purpose), but when we marry and his resources become mine, I have more money to maximize a purpose I was already walking in. Please don’t sit around and wait until you’re married to live out your purpose.

  • @CandraR
    @CandraR 2 года назад +5

    Folks are probably going to try to drag me for this... but I was kinda turned off when the 1st Lady called the women "Females". That was really weird! It rubbed me the wrong way out of the gate! Like who does that?? Is that how women are calling each other now? It was giving something. I just can't call it.
    Outside of that, I think the conversation was/is necessary. I'm just not sure I felt any resolve. It was cool for what it was though. Kudos for the catalyst that this was!

    • @tatianadaniel3569
      @tatianadaniel3569 24 дня назад +1

      Same!!!!
      I cringe evertime she says it.
      I also noticed that she NEVER calls the men, "males".

  • @kimpelham8938
    @kimpelham8938 2 года назад +1

    I loved this discussion, many gems. I find it interesting that the church consistently refers to men as men and women as females. And when I guy did refer to a women as such they laughed.

  • @swillztv4052
    @swillztv4052 2 года назад +6

    Great conversation! However, I totally believe that you can fulfill your purpose without your spouse. You can have a lot of people around you who will help you fulfill that. Jesus Christ Our Lord was not married yet fulfilled His purpose that brought us eternal life.
    He had his disciples though...and friends like Lazarus... etc.
    So, you don't necessarily have to get married to fulfill purpose. The Holy spirit is an ever present Companion who will guide, teach, rebuke, direct you wherever necessary....plus friends, allies, companions and all

  • @caylakelly4693
    @caylakelly4693 Год назад +1

    We need a nationwide tour of the single panel

  • @e.jackson9443
    @e.jackson9443 2 года назад +1

    This was great, really enjoyed it!
    …where are the single, Christ led men in Texas? 👀🤔

  • @constancereynolds3110
    @constancereynolds3110 2 года назад +4

    Concerning the Bible story of Ruth, Boaz was the one that noticed Ruth FIRST and showed her favor. Also at THAT TIME in their culture what Ruth did concerning letting Boaz know that she was interested was apart of their custom. Ruth DID NOT pursue Boaz it was Boaz that pursued Ruth.
    Read the story of Ruth for yourself.

    • @miacreswell5427
      @miacreswell5427 2 года назад

      Thank you. Getting an understanding is 🔑

    • @yearinsolitude
      @yearinsolitude Год назад

      Boaz did not pursue Ruth. He did observe her and show her favour, but he did not pursue. He knew he was a kinsman redeemer, but didn't step up until she approached him. I'm not saying that Boaz was bad or that women must pursue, but the Ruth and Boaz story isn't a romance the way so many people love to put it forward as. If Ruth hadn't said something, what would Boaz have done? Even though we read this story in 20 minutes, it actually occurred over a period of time.

  • @yashicanichols6417
    @yashicanichols6417 2 года назад

    This was so good ❤️‍🔥

  • @anointedbygod619
    @anointedbygod619 2 года назад +2

    😂😂😂 hilarious but I learned a lot to thank you Lord for this one

  • @KianBee
    @KianBee 2 года назад

    This is great!!!

  • @joyhisway8822
    @joyhisway8822 2 года назад

    The Word says “A man finds a good thing.”

  • @lovefelix1566
    @lovefelix1566 2 года назад +2

    The fear of rejection... unrealistic expectations... stop people from making first moves (not pursuing but making your interest known)...