Rashan saw Dara’s profile on a dating app.  When he saw Dara’s picture, he felt that if she responded to his message, she would be his wife. He sent her a message, but Dara wasn’t active on that app and never responded. Rashan was crushed! Sometime later, Rashan discovered Dara’s profile on a different app and messaged her again. This time, Dara received the message. Dara wanted to meet a guy who genuinely shared her faith in Jesus. Rashan’s profile included several references to his faith. Dara responded to Rashan’s message and they agreed to video chat. They enjoyed their conversation and exchanged numbers.

Rashan invited Dara to Graziella’s Italian restaurant in Brooklyn. They shared tiramisu, a dessert they both love. It was apparent that the way to Dara’s heart was through dessert, so Rashan bought Dara an extra slice of tiramisu to take home with her. Dara appreciated Rashan’s intentionality and thoughtfulness.  On their first date, Rashan recognized Dara’s love for Christ, how incredibility intelligent she is, and that she was the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. Seeing Dara as a “once in a life time woman”, he knew he wanted to marry her. On their second date, he took Dara to an art exhibit and a French restaurant. Crossing over into presumptuousness, Rashan declared to Dara that he was her husband.

They continued going on dates throughout the summer of 2021. Sharing the same faith helped them to connect with each other in a meaningful way early in their relationship. They both love God and they were both serving in their churches. They know that the Lord has a purpose for them. They look forward to their forthcoming journey together.