From fasting for 40 days to fighting... Proof Ruth Matete and Nigerian hubby were so much in love

Piece by: Caren Nyota
Lifestyle

Gospel singer-cum-pastor Ruth Matete and her husband Beloved John Apewajoye were so much in love before death took him away.

The couple, who got married in November 2019 always left many dying of jealousy with their couple goals pics.

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1. Love messages

They pampered each other with love on social media and in a message to his wife on March 1, 2020, Pastor John wrote,

I'm just blessed to be married to you. Your love for me is beyond explanation... Thank you for all you do babe.

In another post, he showered her with love, thanking her for being a great 'wife and not a knife'.

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2. Trust

The couple was criticised online after their wedding after a woman believed to be John's first wife emerged. They stood with each other and moved on with life.

IT TOOK US FIGHTING A LOT OF BATTLES AND COURAGE TO GET HERE AND NOW THAT WE ARE HERE, IT CAN ONLY GET BETTER..❤ . THANK YOU, LORD FOR EVERYTHING… NO COMMENTS NEEDED JUST GIVING GOD ALL THE GLORY,’ HE POSTED.

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3. Great future

The couple was looking ahead for a great future and were expecting their first child when John died.

I LOVE YOU MY LOVE. YES WE HAVE A GREAT FUTURE AHEAD,' read Ruth's last message to hubby.

In a message that has left many heartbroken, John wrote,

My wife My Love 50 years from now, I am very sure and certain that we will still be walking side by side, holding hands , making funny jokes and laughing uncontrollably while serving the Lord with all our hearts because I'm so in love with you @ruth_matete ❤

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4. Ruth fasted for 40 days just to have him

Ruth and John dated for almost three years before they tied the knot. After their wedding, Pastor John revealed that they broke up 38 times and she fasted for 40 days praying for their relationship.

I DATED YOU FOR 2 YEARS 8 MONTHS AND YOU BROKE UP WITH ME 38 TIMES 🤣. BUT TODAY YOU ARE MY WIFE FOR LIFE. I REMEMBERED HOW YOU FASTED AND PRAYED FOR 40 DAYS BECAUSE OF ME. MY LIFE WILL NEVER REMAIN THE SAME AGAIN. I LOVE YOU LUXO,' he posted.

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5. Servants of God

They started worshiping at House of Grace church along Lang'ata Road as choir members before they became pastors.

Ruth Matete and her husband were ordained pastors of Christ Nation along Thika Road last year.

6. Wedding

Walking down the aisle meant they were in love with each other and were ready to face the future together.

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