Marcus and Kristen Johns got married on February 18th, 2017. Marcus Johns started up his following as a Vine star, and is now getting serious about his YouTube career. Along the way, he was introduced by his sister to Kristin Lauria at church. Kristin debuted on Marcus' YouTube channel in a Q & A, and with the encouragement of Marcus' following, Kristin made her own channel, which is where my interest began.

When she first started posting videos, Kristin was a sweet, light-hearted, and high-pitched sweetheart. She openly talked about Jesus on her channel and was open with her followers about her long distance relationship struggles and spiritual weaknesses, which include comparison, and pride. Her videos were both aesthetically pleasing and soul pleasing. She was a breath of fresh air to YouTube. And because Marcus was so popular at the time, she was recognized remarkably.

Here's some reasons why these two are changing the game in relationships and marriage for young people:

They endured the long distance.

While Marcus was working in LA for a while, Kristin was still pursuing her degree at Florida State University. Their relationship was filled with tearful goodbyes and joyous hellos, but it never kept them from pursuing each other.

She makes him laugh.

NEW VIDEO! Marcus & I did the "Guess the Body Part Challenge" 😂 link is in my bio!

A post shared by Kristin Johns (@kristinlauria) on Sep 9, 2015 at 12:35pm PDT

Marcus says in one of his videos that "Kristin is the only one who can make me laugh period".

They go on adventures together.

Having fun in Montana! About to cross the Canadian boarder 🇺🇸➡️🇨🇦 Go watch @kristinlauria vlog to keep up with our adventure!

A post shared by Marcus Johns (@marcusjohns) on Mar 9, 2016 at 8:25am PST

Kristin is always down to explore with Marcus. They go mudding and frolicking through sunflower fields as much as they can.

Their engagement was precious as ever.

My best friend. I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with you. I am honored to be your future husband. You are a precious woman of God, and I pray I will be the man of God you deserve. You are by far the most spirit filled, joyous, pure, and genuine thing on this planet. How could I pass up this opportunity. I am so lucky to spend my time being by your side. I will love you and take care of you forever and always. Now let's party💍🙌🎉

A post shared by Marcus Johns (@marcusjohns) on Jun 25, 2016 at 3:12pm PDT

Marcus proposed to Kristin on their last day in Italy at sunset. And can we just talk about this caption? A man who never loses sight of God even in his highest moments.

Kristin is just about the cutest thing we ever did see.

We're in Switzerland right now and I could cry at how beautiful it is 😭🙌🏼🌸 I met a real Swiss cow!!!

A post shared by Kristin Johns (@kristinlauria) on Jun 28, 2016 at 12:23pm PDT

She appreciates the little flowers and all of God's creatures. I often have to pray about comparison when I scroll through her Instagram page.

They had a beautiful wedding.

Our wedding pictures in & they are taking me right back to the best day of my life 💛 Wow I love you Marcus

A post shared by Kristin Johns (@kristinlauria) on Mar 17, 2017 at 6:10pm PDT

Marcus and Kristin decided not to announce the date of their wedding to social media, so when they surprised us with beautiful photos of their special day, we just about burst with love and excitement.

They waited until their wedding night.

I have to be honest, this might be my favorite picture of all time. I'm grateful that we get to go through this life hand in hand. Continuously learning together, always growing together.

A post shared by Kristin Johns (@kristinlauria) on Dec 22, 2016 at 4:59pm PST

Marcus says, although he doesn't know how he pulled it off, that he and Kristin waited until their wedding night to "become one". They stayed true to their covenant with God through their relationship and marriage.

And all I have to say to that is well done. Marcus and Kristin are a wonderful example of two young people chasing after God's heart, and striving to glorify Him in their relationship. I pray that teenagers and young adults will see this marriage and admire it and its value. These two give me hope that pursuing God in relationships is not doomed in this world quite yet.