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Why These Newlyweds Are Changing The Game

Marcus and Kristin Johns are a breath of fresh air

Caty Esary

May 22, 2017

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Why These Newlyweds Are Changing The Game

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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.

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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.

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

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