Gregory and Asia met in Tallahassee, Florida in 2010 at Unity Baptist Church. They were cordial associates and were both members of the Unity Baptist Church Collegiate Ministry. There, they grew to know more about each others character, personality, and their desire to know and be intimate with God through Jesus Christ.
In April 2012, God told Asia that Gregory would be her husband. She was not elated at the time because she had not imagined herself dating Gregory for a number of reasons, but through prayer, good counsel, and encouragement, Asia found peace about what she had heard from God.
Around April 2012, Gregory had heard about what God had spoken to Asia and was sincerely opposed to the idea. He knew that Asia was the type of woman he wanted to marry, but he did not get along with her at the time. Gregory began to pray for humility and asked his close friends to pray as well. Around June 2012, Gregory felt God calling him to pursue Asia and even though it made him uncomfortable Gregory felt an unmistakable peace in his heart.
Gregory called Asia on July 5, 2012 and asked her if he could pursue courtship with her. Asia was hesitant at first, but after they shared their stories they decided to obey what they believed God was telling them to do.
To remain pure and holy throughout their courtship, Gregory and Asia established boundaries. Gregory and Asia would not kiss each other (lips, cheek, hand, anywhere) until their wedding day and they would not hold each others hands.