We love because he first loved us...

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Here is a video explanation of our plan in combatting Covid in order to enjoy our wedding! Clicl the link and you will be directed to your many F.A.Q.s about safety during our wedding! https://youtu.be/WSHg16nU_fc If you have made up your mind to not attend regardless of precautions taken, please know we completely understand! We respect your decision to stay safe, healthy, and to stop the spread of Covid-19. HOWEVER, we do not want you to miss out! We still want to celebrate with you. We will be streaming the ceremony LIVE for all who don't want to miss out on our special day. We will also make sure to record our first dance, the bouquet toss, and some other activities to post to this website so you feel involved. All of you play a special role in Andy and I's life, so we are just grateful to have y'alls presence virtual or in-person! We look forward to celebrating with y'all.

For years prior, Andy and I went to the same church, but ran in different circles. We would talk occasionally and every time we did, there was an undeniable connection, an undeniable spark. Crushes began to develop for both of us, yet we were convinced nothing would ever happen. As we grew older, we parted ways. Andy moved to California pursuing another girl and I moved to Colorado while dating another guy. Our stories just didn't match up. BUT God knew. In the summer of 2017, I was back in Austin, Texas for a church internship. During my last week in town, I noticed a Facebook post about Andy moving back to Austin. Immediately my heart skipped a beat and I knew I had to see him. When I did, our chemistry didn’t change, the spark was still there. What I didn’t realize at the time was that Andy moved back from California after his break up with his long-time girlfriend after a long journey pursuing God. Shortly after I saw Andy again, God started to work in my heart as well. About three weeks later, I broke up with my long-term boyfriend, soon to realize that I was not down the permanent path that God wanted me on. Time began to move again... In April of 2018, I remember telling my roommates that I wanted to date a guy like Andy Cook, a true man after God’s own heart. I showed them pictures and gushed over how cute he is. In response, my roommates began cheering me on saying “go for it, reach out to him, tell him!!” But I was never brave enough. I never believed that him returning the feelings was possible. On May 22, I finally decided to start up the conversation again since I was back in town. Through this an undeniable bond was created. During the summer we began spending a lot of time together. After crushing on him for months, I finally decided to make my move. On July 15, I sent him a bold message expressing how I felt. Andy then asked me out on a date, and the rest is history. We didn’t know, but God did. He aligned our paths. He kept our spark alive!

Growing up I hated going to church, but my mom forced me so I could spend time with my dad. Years of going to Great Hills Baptist Church just to spend time with my dad turned into a desire to pursue church more. My sophomore year, I started to get involved in the youth group; that's when I met Jordan. She was stunning. I got nervous every time I saw her and wanted to date her, but didn't think I had a chance. I made a lot of great friends while there, including her brother Josh, but I had no idea they were related. I decided to not pursue anything with her. She ended up meeting a guy and went to college, and I was working full time. Though our paths went different ways, I still had feelings for her. I ended up meeting someone else, and moved to California. The relationship was short lived, but I knew God had a reason for it. A few months later, I moved back to Texas. I returned to Great Hills, but didn't feel I belonged. The only part that kept me around was the community. When I got back, Jordan returned from college for the summer. I found out that she was single again and my heart fluttered. We started hanging out with each other. I felt a connection, but had no idea if she liked me back. I was going to ask her out Wednesday, but before I had the chance, she asked me when I was gonna make my move. My heart sank and time stood still. She was nervous I could tell, apologizing for making it weird, so I made my move. Our dates went amazing, but were short-lived because she had to go back to college. We prayed and decided to continue pursuing each other long distance. It was hard only seeing each other every 3 months, but we made it worth it. She was planning on coming back during Thanksgiving break, and I knew it was time. I bought a ring, and made a few plans. The time came, and I asked her to marry me, and she said yes. God orchestrated everything for this moment, for us to spend the rest of our lives together, and to push each other to live for Him.

When Andy and Jordan first discussed their feelings, they made it clear that neither of them wanted to waste any time. They both had past relationships where they were willing to compromise too many of their values, dreams, and feelings for the other person; but no longer were they willing to compromise. They began their relationship with intentionality. After Andy and Jordan's first date, Jordan left the country where they both managed to keep contact, showing them that getting to know each other was still possible over long distance. Two weeks after Jordan's return, she left for college again. The distance was difficult. Jordan and Andy were both busy working, yet they always prioritized time to get to know each other and pursue what could be a relationship. It was 3 1/2 months until they were able to see each other again and while it was difficult, it was still sweet. There were no distractions, no movie dates, no games, and no kissing. The only activity they could do was talk. They had no choice but to get to know each other; no other option but to serve the Lord first as they built their relationship. It was a beautiful time for the two of them, despite the difficulties. Finally, in November right before Thanksgiving, they became official. Through this, they were able to dive even deeper into knowing each other and pursuing Christ in the midst. Long distance continued until the end of the semester and into the summer when Jordan moved to Italy as a short-term missionary. Those 94 days required complete reliance on Christ for their relationship. A week after returning to the US, Jordan left for CO again. Long distance is truly what made them know they were meant to be, what allowed them to truly know each other; to learn how to properly fight, to ask tough questions, and to trust each other. Greatest of all, they realized that Christ alone was able to sustain their relationship and began to trust that God will continue to sustain them through marriage and life.