Unexpected Love Stories | Real Romance & Relationships You Never Saw Coming
Subscribed: 6Played: 80
Subscribe
© Dawn Lawson Pruszkowski
Description
Would you buy a wedding dress before a proposal?
Have you ever met someone who just knew?
Love is unpredictable—it finds us in ways we never expect. On Unexpected Love Stories, real people share how they met, fell in love, and built meaningful relationships. From finding love after loss, to reconnecting decades later, to stories that feel written before they happen—these real love stories will surprise you.
Subscribe and discover romance, relationships, and the love stories you never saw coming.
Have you ever met someone who just knew?
Love is unpredictable—it finds us in ways we never expect. On Unexpected Love Stories, real people share how they met, fell in love, and built meaningful relationships. From finding love after loss, to reconnecting decades later, to stories that feel written before they happen—these real love stories will surprise you.
Subscribe and discover romance, relationships, and the love stories you never saw coming.
31 Episodes
Reverse
She fell walking into church… and almost never went back.Marla was a single mom of two, new in town and simply looking for a church to call home.What she didn’t expect was that one painful stumble in the church courtyard would leave her injured… and introduce her to an ER doctor who stepped in to help.And in that moment—an unexpected spark occurred.In fact, it startled her enough that she decided not to return.Focused on her children, her new job, and rebuilding her life with God, Marla walked away… until a month later, a message changed everything: “Dr. Ray was asking about you.”She agreed to just one dinner with Ray. She made it clear she wasn’t looking for a relationship.But God had other plans.Just five dates later, Dr. Ray did something that left her completely stunned.Dr. Marla Woodmansee—now a motivational and keynote speaker, Bible communicator, TV host, author, and founder of Dr. Marla Ministries—shares how God met her in a season of starting over and wrote a love story she never saw coming.Sometimes the moments that feel like setbacks… are the very ones God uses to change our story.Listen in as faith, healing, and one unexpected encounter led to a love story that still impacts lives today.More info and photos of Dr. Marla & Ray here.👇 Don’t forget to subscribe and share this unexpected love story on Spotify 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @unexpectedlovestoriespodcast Follow us on TikTok: @theunexpectedlovestories Follow us on Facebook: Unexpected Love Stories Podcast 🌐 More stories and info at: unexpectedlovestories.com Music credits:Sophie's Dream by Philip Ayers | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comWhere to Next by Ritchie Everett | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comAdditional music by @JoeEPmusic
They met on Yahoo Personals in 2009. One month later, they were engaged—but fast love doesn’t guarantee deep connection.Josh was serving in the Army Reserves, recovering from the collapse of his second marriage and convinced his “picker” was broken. Shelly saw his profile and paid to upgrade her account just to keep the conversation going. When they finally met, Josh couldn’t shake the feeling that he had known her forever.Despite red flags, a bipolar diagnosis, medication, and two very different spiritual backgrounds, they married in July 2010. What followed wasn’t dramatic failure—it was something quieter. Over time, they drifted. They felt more like roommates than partners. And beneath the surface, something deeper needed healing.In this episode, Josh and Shelly share how emotional healing, spiritual alignment, and one step of obedience reshaped their marriage—and how God often works internally long before anything changes on the outside.More info and photos of Josh & Shelly here👇 Don’t forget to subscribe and share this unexpected love story on Spotify📲 Follow us on Instagram: @unexpectedlovestoriespodcast Follow us on TikTok: @theunexpectedlovestoriesFollow us on Facebook: Unexpected Love Stories Podcast🌐 More stories and info at: unexpectedlovestories.com Music credits:Sophie's Dream by Philip Ayers | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comWhere to Next by Ritchie Everett | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com
They had a crush on each other for three years, but no one said a word.Working side by side in theatre and ministry in Perth, Australia, Andrew and Lara Pilcher quietly admired each other — building productions, sharing faith, and guarding their hearts. Lara’s feelings grew bolder. Andrew’s remained hidden behind steady friendship and restraint.When Lara finally chose courage and told him how she felt, he admitted he felt the same… but hesitated to act. Words were spoken. Nothing changed. Frustrated and ready for clarity, Lara stepped back.Then came a masked New Year’s Eve party — and the one sentence from Andrew that changed everything, “I want to journey with you.”In this episode of Unexpected Love Stories, Andrew and Lara share the tension of waiting, the cost of hesitation, and the courage it takes to finally speak. If you’ve ever been stuck in the “almost,” wondering whether to wait or walk away, this story will remind you that sometimes the right love is already beside you — just waiting for someone to be brave.Listen now — and don’t forget to follow Unexpected Love Stories for more real stories of faith, timing, and unexpected love.More info and photos of Andrew & Lara Bianca here👇 Don’t forget to subscribe and share this unexpected love story on Spotify 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @unexpectedlovestoriespodcast Follow us on TikTok: @theunexpectedlovestories Follow us on Facebook: Unexpected Love Stories Podcast 🌐 More stories and info at: https://unexpectedlovestories.com/ Music credits:Sophie's Dream by Philip Ayers | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comWhere to Next by Ritchie Everett | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comAdditional music by @JoeEPmusic
What happens when the story you wrote about love starts unfolding in real life?Cheryl McKay Price is an award-winning writer and screenwriter, known for Finally the Bride and Never the Bride. For years, she wrote honestly about waiting, surrender, and trusting God with a love story she could not control. What she didn’t expect was how closely her real life would one day mirror what she had written on the page.In this episode of Unexpected Love Stories, Cheryl and her husband Chris share the journey that took them from decades of singleness, to reconnecting after many years, to a love story that still leaves them in awe of God’s timing and details.This conversation is for anyone who has waited longer than they hoped, wrestled with discouragement, or wondered whether God is truly at work behind the scenes.✨ In this episode:What decades of waiting taught them about faith, identity, and trustHow their relationship began after years of knowing each otherThe surprising connections between Cheryl’s books and her real-life love storyWhat it looks like to keep surrendering even after the “finally”🎙️ Guests: Chris & Cheryl McKay Price 📚 Books: Finally the Bride, Never the Bride 📖 Now co-writing: Finally OneIf this episode encouraged you, follow the podcast, share it with someone who needs hope today, and leave a review so more people can discover these storiesMore info and photos of Chris & Cheryl here 👇 Don’t forget to subscribe and share this unexpected love story on Spotify 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @unexpectedlovestoriespodcast Follow us on TikTok: @theunexpectedlovestories Follow us on Facebook: Unexpected Love Stories Podcast 🌐 More stories and info at: unexpectedlovestories.com Music:Sophie's Dream by Philip Ayers | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comWhere to Next by Ritchie Everett | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comAdditional music by @JoeEPmusic
Troy and Alexia met in 2020 during the pandemic through country line dancing. For nearly three years, they danced side by side several days a week, building a deep friendship before romance began. Once Troy shared his interest in October 2022, everything moved quickly—courting by November, engaged in December, and married at the courthouse in February 2023.Their marriage began with both joy and challenge. Alexia became pregnant immediately, welcoming their first child later that year. In 2024, they experienced the loss of a miscarriage, followed by very specific prayers for the future—prayers God answered in full when Alexia became pregnant with their twin rainbow babies in December 2024. Now a family of five, they are entering a new season marked by less stress, deeper faith, and renewed dreams. With God first, marriage second, and everything else following, Troy and Alexia are building a life rooted in love, intention, and grace.More info and photos of Troy & Alexia here👇 Don’t forget to subscribe and share this unexpected love story on Spotify 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @unexpectedlovestoriespodcast Follow us on TikTok: @theunexpectedlovestories Follow us on Facebook: Unexpected Love Stories Podcast 🌐 More stories and info at: unexpectedlovestories.com Music:Sophie's Dream by Philip Ayers | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comWhere to Next by Ritchie Everett | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comAdditional music by @JoeEPmusic
Sam and Sharnessa’s love story begins thousands of miles apart—Sam in Sweden, shaped by military service and a call to ministry, and Sharnessa in Washington State, following a creative path that carried her from New York City to London. In 1998, their worlds collided at the International Bible Institute of London, where friendship slowly deepened into a calling neither could ignore.After graduation, their lives unfolded at a breathtaking pace. Sam stepped into leadership as an interim pastor, while Sharnessa joined the Christian pop group V*ENNA, recording and touring internationally. Marriage followed, and so did a lifelong rhythm of partnership as Sam joined the road as the band’s manager.Following years of touring, a brief stop in Nashville, and a defining return to Washington State after 9/11, Sam and Sharnessa poured themselves into youth ministry, church leadership, and creative work. They founded Fresh Attitude Dance Studio in 2001, nurturing hundreds of young artists, while serving together in ministry at Father’s House Church and creating theatrical musicals there. They also serve their local community together through civic engagement including work with Turning Point Faith Counsel.More info and photos of Sam & Sharnessa here 👇 Don’t forget to subscribe and share this unexpected love story on Spotify 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @unexpectedlovestoriespodcast Follow us on TikTok: @theunexpectedlovestories Follow us on Facebook: Unexpected Love Stories Podcast 🌐 More stories and info at: unexpectedlovestories.com Music:Sophie's Dream by Philip Ayers | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comWhere to Next by Ritchie Everett | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comAdditional music by @JoeEPmusic
Grab a cup of hot chocolate, settle into a cozy spot, and join us for a heart-warming Christmas edition of Unexpected Love Stories.This special holiday episode celebrates true-life romances that unfolded at Christmas: stories of love that began on Christmas Eve, surprise engagements under twinkling lights, and even a Christmas Eve wedding that feels straight out of a Hallmark movie.Host Dawn Pruszkowski and social media manager Lauren Tauber revisit unforgettable moments from four couples whose love stories remind us that God’s timing is always perfect: ✨ A midnight Christmas Eve phone call that changed everything ✨ A snowy lawn proposal complete with an original song ✨ A widow’s journey from grief to new love and a Christmas engagement ✨ A faith-filled Christmas Eve wedding—planned in just five daysIf you’re longing for hope, healing, or your own unexpected love story, this episode is for youMore info at our website👇 Don’t forget to subscribe and share this unexpected love story on Spotify 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @unexpectedlovestoriespodcast Follow us on TikTok: @theunexpectedlovestories Follow us on Facebook: Unexpected Love Stories Podcast 🌐 More stories and info at: unexpectedlovestories.com Music:Sophie's Dream by Philip Ayers | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comLonging for Christmas by Speedy The Spider | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comWhere to Next by Ritchie Everett | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comAdditional music by @joeepmusic
Julie and Brian’s story began long before either of them could imagine it—side-by-side as newborns in the same hospital nursery. Their lives brushed past each other again at sixteen, and once more at twenty for a single unforgettable evening. That night, God woke Julie at 2:30 a.m. with a clear prompting to pray that she would one day marry Brian.A year later, Brian re-entered her life… and this time, he stayed.Their first date was a flop, the second date reset expectations, and then came the summer of 1982 when they both knew a match had been made.Three years of long-distance followed while Brian was in medical school, and still no ring until just two weeks before the wedding. And then—finally—they stepped into their own happily ever after. However; ten years of medical training and six children caused seasons of deep trials, but after an unforgettable medical mission together in Africa almost cost them their lives, they learned to trust each other and become a team. Since then, their love and relationship have grown stronger every day.More info and photos of Brian & Julie👇 Don’t forget to subscribe and share this unexpected love story on Spotify 📲 Follow us on Instagram @unexpectedlovestoriespodcast Follow us on TikTok: @theunexpectedlovestories Follow us on Facebook: Unexpected Love Stories Podcast 🌐 More stories and info at: unexpectedlovestories.com Music credits:Sophie's Dream by Philip Ayers | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comWhere to Next by Ritchie Everett | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comOther music by @JoeEPmusic
BJ hadn’t found lasting love, but the two men she admired most—her grandfather Clay and her kind-hearted friend Cameron Arnett—showed her her worth and helped lead her to Jesus. Life separated them for years, and when BJ faced an unexpected pregnancy, she chose faith over fear and trusted God completely. She named her son after the two men who had shown her true character and later asked Cameron, now married, to be his godfather. He flew across the country for the dedication.Years later, after losing her stepfather, sister, and birth-father in a short span, BJ was deep in grief when Cameron unexpectedly called. After a painful season in Hollywood, God told him, “Reconnect with BJ and your godson.” That phone call lasted five hours—and God whispered to Cameron, “This is your wife.” To his surprise, BJ felt the same peace.Though they weren’t “in love” and hardly knew each other anymore, they said yes to God’s plan. Nine months later they married, dedicating their first year to healing and learning to love as God loves. Today, BJ and Cameron Arnett are joyfully “crazy in love,” living a life marked by God’s restoration and abundance.More info and photos of BJ & Cameron Arnett👇 Don’t forget to subscribe and share this unexpected love story on Spotify 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @unexpectedlovestoriespodcast Follow us on TikTok: @theunexpectedlovestories Follow us on Facebook: Unexpected Love Stories Podcast 🌐 More stories and info at: unexpectedlovestories.com Music credits:Sophie's Dream by Philip Ayers | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comWhere to Next by Ritchie Everett | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comOther music by @JoeEPmusic
Tom and Jennifer first met their senior year—he and his twin brother ran the high school art club, she was on the drill team. One walk to class turned into every walk to class, and a sweet high school romance began. Jen ended the relationship before heading to college, but shortly after she left, she realized how much she missed Tom. Daily phone calls turned into long-distance dating until she moved closer to where Tom was studying animation at the prestigious California Institute of the Arts.On Valentine’s Day, after a series of failed attempts to find the “perfect moment,” Tom proposed in his dorm room—and Jen said yes. Soon after, Tom and his brother landed an internship with Disney in L.A., but several months later they were relocated to Orlando, launching Tom’s legendary animation career. Jen finished her Special Ed. degree in California, and together they navigated long distance again until their wedding day—despite a bachelor-party prank that caused Tom to be kicked off the plane.Married life took them from Florida to Chicago and back, raising two daughters and then twin girls while Tom animated films like The Lion King, Pocahontas, and Mulan. Jen dedicated herself to raising their girls, and afterwards continued to build her career as a speech-language pathologist, later earning her Ph.D. and becoming a university professor.Today, Tom is the CEO of Pencilish Animation Studios, and Jennifer teaches at Austin Peay State University—still choosing each other after decades of creativity, laughter, adventure, and love that started in a high school hallway.More info and photos of Tom & Jen 👇 Don’t forget to subscribe and share this unexpected love story on Spotify 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @unexpectedlovestoriespodcast Follow us on TikTok: @theunexpectedlovestories Follow us on Facebook: Unexpected Love Stories Podcast 🌐 More stories and info at: unexpectedlovestories.com Music credits:Sophie's Dream by Philip Ayers | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comWhere to Next by Ritchie Everett | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comOther music by @JoeEPmusic
Josh and Ashley were casual friends for about two and a half years, often hanging out in the same circle but never seeing each other as more than that. One winter, Ashley posted on social media that she wanted to go snowboarding. Josh already had plans to go the next day and invited her to join. On the three-hour drive to the mountains, conversation flowed easily. They discovered how much they had in common, and Josh was impressed by Ashley’s snowboarding skills. A quiet spark began to form—but very slowly.Over the next few weeks, Josh invited Ashley to watch a movie several times, but she kept finding reasons to say no. She was confused by her feelings. Josh was the guy with lots of female “friends,” and she’d never imagined him as anything more. But something had shifted, and it made her nervous. Eventually, her hesitation led Josh to back off.Then, out of the blue, Ashley reached out and asked if he still wanted to watch that movie. Josh called her out for being flaky but agreed. The evening was simple and easy—no pressure, no flirting. Ashley left convinced she’d imagined the spark… until his text came through: “I had a wonderful time. I’d love to take you to dinner sometime.”From there, their story unfolded slowly and intentionally. For six months, they built a foundation of trust, honesty, and faith. Before they made things official, they worked through personal challenges and discovered what they truly valued in each other. Eventually, they took a leap of faith and moved to Las Vegas together.That leap turned into a life. Fifteen years later—eleven of them married—Josh and Ashley are still grateful for the slow spark that grew into a lasting, faith-filled love.More info and photos of Josh & Ashley here 👇 Don’t forget to subscribe and share this unexpected love story on Spotify 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @unexpectedlovestoriespodcast Follow us on TikTok: @theunexpectedlovestories Follow us on Facebook: Unexpected Love Stories Podcast 🌐 More stories and info at: unexpectedlovestories.com Music:Sophie's Dream by Philip Ayers | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comWhere to Next by Ritchie Everett | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com
Bethany Sleebos wasn’t looking for love—she was following her lifelong calling to share God’s heart through dance. Born and raised in College Station, Texas, she began dancing at five and went on to teach and perform around the world, using movement as a language of love and hope. In 2007, her journey led her to the Netherlands to serve with Kings Kids, a ministry that equips young people to share the gospel through the arts. There she met Patrick, a young Dutch leader and translator serving with the same mission. Over several summers of teaching and leading teams together, their friendship grew, but romance was far from her mind.In 2009, Bethany heard God whisper something unexpected, Patrick would one day be her husband. She quietly tucked that word away, choosing to focus on her ministry. When she later moved to the Netherlands to launch a dance school, their paths intertwined once more. Then one night, before either had confessed their feelings, both Bethany and Patrick had the same dream—they were to be married. When they shared their dreams, it became clear that God was writing their story.Today, they live in College Station with their three children, leading Suzanne’s School of Dance and continuing to use the arts to share God’s love—proof that when you follow His calling, love can find you in the most unexpected ways.More info and photos of Bethany & Patrick at Unexpected Love Stories👇 Don’t forget to subscribe and share this unexpected love story on Spotify📲 Follow us on Instagram: @unexpectedlovestoriespodcast Follow us on TikTok: @theunexpectedlovestories Follow us on Facebook: Unexpected Love Stories Podcast 🌐 More stories and info at: unexpectedlovestories.comMusic:Sophie's Dream by Philip Ayers | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comWhere to Next by Ritchie Everett | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com
Tucker, raised in Yakima, Washington and now serving as a U.S. Air Force officer, and Jessica, adopted from Russia and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, met during their deployment in the United Arab Emirates. When Jessica saw Tucker without his usual mustache, she suddenly felt nervous butterflies and commented to her friend that she had just met the man she was going to marry. Their connection was instant and undeniable, and when the deployment ended and they went their separate ways, they were able to hold on to love across the miles with phone calls, letters, and visits that kept their hearts close.On May 18, 2023, Tucker proposed at the Waldorf Astoria in Washington, D.C. Soon after, on January 9, 2024, they eloped in a private ceremony performed in Red Rock Canyon, Las Vegas. This all happened just before Tucker was once again reassigned to another base. Recently on August 16, 2025, they celebrated with family and friends in a large Catholic blessing of their marriage in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. Tucker called it Jessica’s princess wedding. Today, they live in Sumter, South Carolina, where Tucker continues his Air Force career and Jessica serves in public communications for the city. Together they enjoy life with their dogs, share laughter daily, and look forward to building a family and a future filled with love, faith, and adventure.More info and photos of Tucker & Jess👇 Don’t forget to subscribe and share this unexpected love story on Spotify 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @unexpectedlovestoriespodcastFollow us on TikTok: @theunexpectedlovestoriesFollow us on Facebook: Unexpected Love Stories Podcast🌐 More stories and info at: unexpectedlovestories.comMusic:Sophie's Dream by Philip Ayers | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comWhere to Next by Ritchie Everett | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com
They first met as teenagers working a summer job at Weyerhaeuser.Kim grew up in Longview, Washington, a small town known for its logging and paper mills. The middle of three sisters, she was known for her beauty. She even modeled for local stores and hair stylists. Kim lived the life of a party girl and, to her, Jeff was just a friendly acquaintance.Jeff felt differently, and he quickly fell in love. Jeff turned to prayer, asking God to touch Kim’s heart and to bring him a wife “just like Kim.” For a year and a half, he prayed quietly, trusting God with the desire of his heart.Everything changed when Kim gave her life to Christ. After her conversion, she sought Jeff out again as a friend. Their bond deepened, and within three months Kim realized she couldn’t deny it any longer — she was madly in love with him. Soon after, they were engaged, and a few months later, they were married.Their marriage has been marked by both miracles and trials. They became parents to two miracle children, Ryan and Nicole, and today treasure the joy of being “Kiki and Papa” to their grandchildren, Ace and London. Together, they’ve endured Kim’s own health scares and the devastating loss of her parents to cancer. Out of her grief, Kim launched New Hope Cancer Recovery, helping hundreds of families find comfort, hope, and Christ’s love in their darkest hours. Jeff built his own path as a respected contractor, entrepreneur, and inventor.Through it all, Jeff has honored Kim, loving her with faithfulness and prayer. Their story is a living testimony of God’s goodness and the unexpected ways He writes love stories.More info and photos of Kim & Jeff👇 Don’t forget to subscribe and share this unexpected love story on Spotify 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @unexpectedlovestoriespodcast Follow us on TikTok: @theunexpectedlovestoriesFollow us on Facebook: Unexpected Love Stories Podcast🌐 More stories and info at: unexpectedlovestories.comMusic:Sophie's Dream by Philip Ayers | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comWhere to Next by Ritchie Everett | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com
After 40 years of marriage, Martha found herself alone when her beloved husband Bill passed away in March 2020. A pharmacist who had dedicated her career to helping others, Martha’s life had always been filled with purpose and service. Bill, a teacher, coach, and fitness trainer, was her partner in both life and faith. Their home was full of laughter and activity, especially through Bill’s work with young athletes. After Bill’s passing, Martha found herself grieving in isolation during the Covid lockdown, with her family and friends far away. Months later, she moved back to East Tennessee to be with family and friends. Through her faith and surrender to God’s love, she found healing and the courage to open her heart again. Just when she least expected it, a friend introduced her to Tom, a retired contractor who had also cared for his late wife until her death from cancer. Despite her initial reluctance, something clicked between them. Their love story moved quickly. Within months of meeting, Tom gave Martha a diamond ring on Christmas and they were married in March. Now she’s experiencing more joy than she ever knew was possible. Martha’s journey is a powerful reminder that no matter the years behind us, God can bring love and joy back into our lives in the most unexpected and beautiful ways.More info and photos of Martha & Tom👇 Don’t forget to subscribe and share this unexpected love story! Spotify📲 Follow us on Instagram: @unexpectedlovestoriespodcast Follow us on TikTok: @theunexpectedlovestories Follow us on Facebook: Unexpected Love Stories Podcast 🌐 More stories and info at: UnexpectedLoveStories.com Music:Sophie's Dream by Philip Ayers | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comWhere to Next by Ritchie Everett | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com
Jon first noticed Emily at a college registration table—but struck out when she wouldn’t give him her name. Strike two came months later when he confidently called her “Amanda” during spring break. But everything changed one night on the beach when Jon pulled out his guitar and sang “You and Me” by Lifehouse—Emily’s favorite band. Their eyes met, and something sparked.Back on campus, they fell in love over pork chops in her apartment and happy hour appetizers. On Christmas Eve, Jon created a snowy scene outside her window, serenaded her with a song he’d written, and proposed. She said yes—but her parents made them wait until after graduation.Three years later, on the same day Jon graduated, they got married. There was a slight delay when no one told Emily to walk down the aisle, but once she did, their hearts were full.Their honeymoon cruise brought plenty of laughs—and their love story brings all the warmth, patience, and joy of a real-life romantic comedy.More info and photos of Jon & Emily👇 Don’t forget to subscribe and share this unexpected love story! Spotify📲 Follow us on Instagram: @unexpectedlovestoriespodcast Follow us on TikTok: @theunexpectedlovestories Follow us on Facebook: Unexpected Love Stories Podcast 🌐 More stories and info at: unexpectedlovestories.com Music:Sophie's Dream by Philip Ayers | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comWhere to Next by Ritchie Everett | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com
Debby wasn’t looking for love. She was a high school senior about to turn 18, and dating was the last thing on her mind, especially not with a guy in his early 20s. But on Debby’s birthday, a well-meaning friend had 23-year old Greg take her and Debby to a concert. Her friend thought Greg and Debby made a great match, Debby just wanted to hide. Things got interesting fast. Shortly after their awkward concert night, Debby had a vivid dream that she and Greg were joyfully married. The strangest part? Greg had the exact same dream on the same night. When they bumped into each other at a Bible study, through a completely different friend group, they began to talk, then go on a date, and soon realized God was doing something much bigger than either of them expected. Three months later, they were engaged. Three months after that, they were married. And six months in, they were in Switzerland, launching a lifetime of missions work that would take them to countries and communities across the globe.Now over 50 years later, Greg and Debby Wiley share the wild, faith-filled love story only God could write.More info and photos of Greg & Debby👇 Don’t forget to subscribe and share this unexpected love story! Spotify 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @unexpectedlovestoriespodcast Follow us on TikTok: @theunexpectedlovestories Follow us on Facebook: Unexpected Love Stories Podcast 🌐 More stories and info at: unexpectedlovestories.com Greg & Debby:Facebook GregDeb WileyWebsiteDestiny School of Ministry- founders and directors email: dsm@heritagefellowship.usDestiny School of Ministry websiteLifeStreams founders and directors videos on YouTube: Lifestreams Heritage Fellowship Email: gdwiley1128@gmail.comBooks we’ve written that are available on Amazon and Kindle: Ears to Hear, Jesus InSync, and Incomparable (Greg and Deborah Wiley)Music:Sophie's Dream by Philip Ayers | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comWhere to Next by Ritchie Everett | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com
After a decade of healing from a painful divorce, award-winning romance novelist, Diane Merrill Wigginton, felt a strong nudge to attend a New Year’s Eve singles dance… the first and only one she’d ever go to.She didn’t know why, but she went.That night, David showed up, not to find love, but as a wingman for his friend, who had hoped to meet Diane. But when David saw her, something shifted. He introduced her to the group… then couldn’t let her go. What started as a simple dance turned into a whirlwind romance: deep conversations, dinner dates, country line dancing and a love that felt like coming home.Diane was the first to say “I love you.” David proposed a month later. Five weeks after that, they were married. Four weeks later, sealed for eternity and expecting their first child together.Blending two families into one, raising six kids, and now celebrating 27 years of marriage and eleven grandchildren, Diane and David’s story is part romance novel, part divine appointment… and entirely unforgettable.More info and photos of Diane and Dave👇 Don’t forget to subscribe and share this unexpected love story! Spotify 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @unexpectedlovestoriespodcastFollow us on TikTok: @theunexpectedlovestoriesFollow us on Facebook: Unexpected Love Stories Podcast🌐 More stories and info at: unexpectedlovestories.comDiane info:Amazon Author URL: https://www.amazon.com/author/dianemerrillwiggintonNew author page: https://frankly.franklinpublishers.com/v2/preview/8cJRD9R69n1kS8mtEeBrBooks.by: https://books.by/plot-twist-booksAuthor Website: www.dianemerrillwigginton.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/15x6K6nniw/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianemerrillwigginton?igsh=cGI5Y2N4cWdpZ2VoMusic:Sophie's Dream by Philip Ayers | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comWhere to Next by Ritchie Everett | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com
Rae was 31, single, and settled in Iowa. As a functional nutritional therapy practitioner, she had finally gotten crystal clear on the kind of man she hoped to marry: someone with unwavering character, a solid Christian faith, a shared passion for healthy living, and—just as essential—a deep appreciation for good coffee.Dusty, on the other hand, was living in sunny Southern California. A chiropractor and functional medicine doctor, he was a devoted father who had weathered the heartbreak of divorce and was now walking through a season of healingTheir two worlds collided in 2017 at a health and wellness conference in Salt Lake City. Rae and Dusty were part of a group of colleagues staying in the same Airbnb. Rae thought Dusty was a party pooper, but a spontaneous grocery store run flipped the switch. One glance over a grocery cart—and a spark quietly ignited. Rae’s sister, who was also at the conference with the group, subtly played wingwoman as the connection deepened.Back home, that one spark turned into a slow, steady burn. Long, heartfelt phone calls became their norm. To test the depth of their feelings, they tried something unconventional—a phone fast. No calls. No texts. Just silence to see what lingered. Rae broke the fast first. She couldn’t stay away, and her heart hadn’t changed. Neither had Dusty's.Love was no longer a question. So Rae made a bold move: she packed up her life in Iowa and relocated to California.Knowing this was the woman he wanted to share his life with, Dusty secretly prepared a proposal worthy of their extraordinary journey. With the help of Rae’s sisters—who had been quietly collecting ring ideas from her Pinterest board—he had the perfect ring crafted. Then, Dusty went full showman and learned a series of magic tricks.At a family reunion in Iowa, Dusty entered the family talent show as a magician. With the help of Rae’s family, he performed trick after trick. Then, with the big finale, Rae opened the box with her ring. Dusty was on one knee asking for her hand. Then came the grand finale: fireworks bursting across the sky, sealing their magical moment with a literal bang.From long-distance phone calls to a cross-country move, from healing hearts to a house full of magic, Rae and Dusty’s love story is the kind only God could write—a story built on family, faith, and a whole lot of fun.More info and photos of Dusty & Rae👇 Don’t forget to subscribe and share this unexpected love story! Spotify📲 Follow us on Instagram: @unexpectedlovestoriespodcast Follow us on TikTok: @theunexpectedlovestories Follow us on Facebook: Unexpected Love Stories Podcast🌐 More stories and info at: unexpectedlovestories.comMusic:Sophie's Dream by Philip Ayers | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comWhere to Next by Ritchie Everett | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com
Tymme, a rising star in the hip hop dance world, had just finished his performance at a choreographer’s showcase and took a seat in the audience. As a tribal funk dance piece unfolded, one of the dancers tripped—face first—right on stage. But instead of retreating in embarrassment, she sprang up, unleashed a wild tribal yell, and danced with even more fire than before. Tymme was captivated. “I’ve got to meet that woman,” he thought.Backstage, he introduced himself. Her name was Aury. She was Brazilian, bold, funny, and had a spark he couldn’t forget. What started as a lighthearted friendship turned into a deep bond. They rehearsed together, performed together, grabbed quick meals and laughed through the LA entertainment life together. It was strictly platonic—so platonic, in fact, that Aury tried setting Tymme up with other women.At the time, Aury was healing from an emotionally abusive marriage and had zero interest in love. Tymme, on the other hand, was still navigating the pain of growing up without parents and moving through the foster care system, and ending up homeless as a teen. But their friendship—raw, real, fun, and rooted in trust—became the safe place they both needed.Then came the biggest twist of all: Jesus. Together, they surrendered their hearts to God… and in the process, their hearts turned toward each other. What was once “love ya” transformed into “I love you.”Tymme proposed—completely surprising Aury—and though they didn’t have money for a wedding, they were gifted a $20,000 wedding. They truly have an unexpected love story fueled by friendship, and built on faith and fun. More about Tymme & Aury👇 Don’t forget to subscribe and share this unexpected love story! Spotify📲 Follow us on Instagram: @unexpectedlovestoriespodcast Follow us on TikTok: @theunexpectedlovestories Follow us on Facebook: Unexpected Love Stories Podcast🌐 More stories and info at: unexpectedlovestories.comMusic:Sophie's Dream by Philip Ayers | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comWhere to Next by Ritchie Everett | Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com
Comments
Download from Google Play
Download from App Store
United States