powerful story, thank you for sharing. I'm in awe of the power of Jesus. 

it does speak well to His cause that he seems to have such a good influence on people! having children really does seem to be the ultimate end of man...

actually i've heard a catechism that "man's chief end is to glorify God", but interesting that God would then reflect that back into encouraging man to have a family.

in my case, i'm mid 30s, and I'm taking some steps to shed my old skin and change my culture. i don't know if that results in marriage or just "permanent bachelor" status as a gay guy coming out of a relationship and straightening my ways to the catholic doctrine. i felt called to do that. not sure about further instructions 

 Thanks for your honesty.  May I recommend Secret Thoughts of An Unlikely Convert by Rosaria Butterfield.  She has quite a story you may appreciate.

Not sure about Catholic doctrine however the Westminster Shorter Catechism question 1 is:  What is the chief end of man?  A:  the chief end of man is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever.  So, marrying and having a family does glorify God, the family enjoys the blessing of children and the cycle continues.  Having six children, two who are adopted changed my life for the better.  Do it brother.  This little girls changed my heart👇.  Another absolutely beautiful story.  Grace and peace https://image.nostr.build/d463351d51571ea45e4037c942808def1694d3dabc56b0ec6e570b0eac749f92.jpg