Need some help with life decisions
I (M/24) failed in my studies due to laziness and lack of discipline. Only completed 66 of 180 credits in 12 semesters. Now switching to distance university, need 2-3 more years to finish. My plan was to marry my girlfriend of now 7 months in about 2 years. I work part-time (12h/week), can live with parents. She works full-time, financially independent.
In our Christian community, men are expected to be "established" before marriage. I failed to do this. Now I'm torn:
- Should I wait 2-3 years until I finish? (She'd be 30-31)
- Or marry now and finish while married?
- Can I manage distance university + work + marriage? Or will I fail again?
I've repented of my laziness. Want to do this right. Don't want to fail her or repeat my mistakes. Biblical wisdom or experience appreciated.