This archive report was first published on 1 December 2019.
On November 23, 2019, Ruth Matete and her husband, Pastor John, exchanged their vows in a beautiful garden ceremony.
According to Pastor John, the couple had a tumultuous relationship before tying the knot. They dated for two years and eight months, during which time Ruth broke up with him 38 times.
Despite the challenges they faced, the couple's love for each other remained strong. Pastor John revealed that Ruth had to fast and pray for 40 days to ensure their union would last a lifetime.
Just a week after their wedding, Pastor John shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, praising Ruth's cooking skills and expressing his gratitude for their love. He wrote, 'I dated you for two years and eight months and you broke up with me 38 times. But today you are my wife for life.'
When asked about their first week of marriage, Pastor John described it as 'amazing' and a 'walk in the park.' He also acknowledged Ruth's dedication to their relationship, saying, 'I remembered how you fasted and prayed for 40 days because of me.'
John proposed to Ruth in 2018, and the couple has never looked back since then. They were all smiles as they exchanged their vows in front of friends and family.
