4 Clues Your Desire for Someone Really Is from God and NOT from Yourself

How will you know if your desire for someone is from God or from yourself? Here are 4 clues that often occur when God has given you a desire for someone.

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[dvash]

1. If your desire for this person is aligned with Biblical principles and commands, that is a strong sign God is giving you this desire.
2. If God is opening the door for you to actually fulfill this desire you have for this person, that is a good sign it's from God.
3. If your desire for this person is rooted in love and not selfishness, this is a good sign God has given you this desire.
4. If you desire this person because you know this relationship would help and not hurt your walk with God, that is a good sign God has given you this desire.

[ISingJesus]

This makes total sense. It makes me think of when David wanted to build God a house but God said no. It was definitely biblical and a Godly thing to do but it was the wrong time and David was not the one God wanted to build it. But David did the next best thing which was getting all the supplies ready. If this is not the right person or the right time we can still do the next best thing which is preparing our hearts to receive the one God really has for us.

[iBearsFPS]

I believe it was God who brought her to me. After time, she didn’t have the relationship I wanted with God (yet). But not because she rejects God, but because she still has a lot to learn understand about God. And the reason we broke up now is because I believe God needs time to work on us individually. The reason I believe God sent her to me is because it was all unexpected and the way I felt with her was something so strong. She encouraged me to go to church, to pray. She enjoyed Christian music, she enjoyed going to church with me. In the end we both became selfish. And that’s why God had to come in and separate us. But it’s my Faith and signs God has sent me that keep me hopeful. Knowing that he’s in control and he will bring us back stronger and more forgiving than who we became when we ended. I took my eyes off God because of issues in the relationship. She took her eyes off the relationship and put herself first. When I prayed about it “God should I leave?” “God if she’s not the one remove her”. But God put us back and things got better, I felt God say “don’t leave”. She ended things a couple months ago for many reasons. I prayed to God everyday since. All which God will fix. I felt his presence say “Be still” and signs started coming up after. I trust God in the end. And my Faith is in him. I know God didn’t put her in my life only to remove her. I know he has plans for us. I just don’t know his plans yet. But that’s where my Faith comes in. ❤

[Bishop]

I'm praying for a woman who serves god for ever....🙏

[Mary-grmr]

anyone else reallyy tired? prayed all the prayers. been patient. doing your job. being nice to others...
sending yall good energy, you're not alone

Thank you for another great video Mark

[sandra-dxsw]

Praying for my special person in the future ❤

[maronfasil]

I needed this!!! I’ve been staying away from this kind of content lately out of fear that watching too much would cause more idolatry within me. But man….the points here….are SO helpful. My desire right now doesn’t meet ANY of those checks at all, even though the person I want is a strong believer. Now I just need help accepting and knowing how to move forward with a No from the Lord 😭😭

[cytinachavis]

Thank you for obeying the Lord and making these videos. They truly bless my life.

[danjsilve]

This is very encouraging. I am interested in a Christian lady, and her in me too. I told her that if we do get together ( the timing in not right now) that I will remain celibate till marriage, she nodded her understanding. She is very beautiful and yet I have no lustful thoughts towards her ( Job 31:1) My intention is to support her goals and love her.

[johnbugnoii]

Great advice, seeking relationships that honor God and further His Kingdom. “Whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” 1 Corinthians 10:31 God bless us all!!

[markh]

There may be another reason for your desired for a person. Some of us were asked to pray for this woman undergoing critical surgery. After success and knowing the woman I asked if I should stop praying, the answer was to continue. There is very little chance of romance but this is the thing I am praying for her..." save others, snatching them out of the fire; and show mercy to others with fear, hating even the clothing having been stained by the flesh." Jude
One of those creeps has crept in and although married he has seduced her. This may be the reason God wants for you to continue praying. Something to think about.

[nickspur]

What timing! Thank you Lord and thank you Mark for making these videos the past few years. They’ve really helped!🙏🏼

[karinafoster]

I couldn't sleep so I come on YouTube and see this video. This answers what I have been thinking about. In about 7 hours, I am going to meet a man at church. We have talked some on messenger.

This video gives me hope, that James is interested in me. That he was sent to me from God.

[Growninfaith]

"Why you want something is just as important as what you want." We all struggle with this in different situations. From my current situation I found out that through this test & trail, God was making sure my why is in place b4 He allows me to meet and know the one He has for me. I know He knows all and I trust HIM fully with all of my heart, mind, body, & soul, even through the pain, b/c HIS burden is light and HIS yoke is easy. Thank you Jesus & thank you brother in Christ Mark!!

[e.h.]

My friend went to church for years looked for a Christian spouse, nothing happened my friend went on a dating site, went on a date with a non believer, months later that non believer became a Christian and they got married

[FLP]

I had a guy who I’ve been friends with for 4 years. Just the last few months out of nowhere I developed strong romantic feelings for him. I expressed my feelings for him and he did not reciprocate… I believe my desires are from God, he is just very scared of marriage so I pray God takes that fear away!

[Shey]

Just wanted to say thank you. I've been watching you content for about a month now, and God clearly sent your videos to me. They speak directly to my heart. Thank you Mark, you're really preaching to my soul in every video.

[kennymccormick]

Back in 2021, I was talking to this girl who’s my best friend’s neighbor. We were really hitting it off, she is amazing and it looked like I was about to have my first ever relationship. However, that year I also left for the Army and didn’t tell her. I messaged her every now and then and she responded but now she hasn’t replied. I got out early (medical) and I saw she had a boyfriend but I don’t know if they’re still together. I prayed that God would please give me another chance to be with her. I try to forget about her and move on but I don’t know why I can’t. Lord please her my prayer and please give me one more chance.

[AnnTutorials-otef]

Thank you for this❤️ im still observing him and guarding my heart as well

[lebomakatikela]

Was just asking myself tis question today 😅