Vestine and Idrissa celebrated their union in a touching wedding ceremony filled with prayers, fellowship, and inspiring messages from Pastor Jackson Mugisha. The pastor shared biblical teachings to guide the couple as they build a foundation of faith and wisdom for their marriage.
“A Marriage Doesn’t Hide You; It Reveals You” – Pastor Jackson Mugisha
Pastor Jackson Mugisha, from Spirit Revival Temple, based his message on Genesis 2:24: “That is why a man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh.” He emphasized that a home rooted in God stands strong and has lasting direction.
He explained: “For a marriage to be strong and purposeful, God must be its foundation. Without Him, a marriage lacks direction. Marriage doesn’t hide who you are; it unveils it.”
Highlighting challenges in modern marriages, Pastor Jackson noted that many break down due to insufficient knowledge about God and a lack of understanding and wisdom between spouses.
God’s Word Anchored Vestine and Idrissa’s Wedding
The couple attended five pre-marital teaching sessions with Pastor Jackson, focusing on the roles of husbands and wives, conflict resolution, and the spiritual significance of marriage. He shared thoughts from Proverbs 24:3: "By wisdom a house is built, and through understanding it is established," pointing to the importance of wisdom, knowledge, and discernment in creating a strong marriage.
Pastor Jackson shared with attendees: “Wisdom, knowledge, and discernment—these principles are the foundation of a successful marriage. Vestine and Idriss have taken these teachings to heart as they begin their life together.”
He also discouraged unrealistic expectations of marriage, explaining that building a fulfilling union requires consistent effort, learning, and seeking guidance. Pastor Jackson stated: “You don’t dream up a perfect marriage; you work toward it by embracing responsibility and seeking advice from elders.”
“Idrissa is Vestine’s First Pastor”
During the ceremony, Pastor Jackson reminded the couple of their biblical duties: husbands should love their wives, and wives should submit to their husbands. Quoting Ephesians 5:25, he declared: “Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.”
Addressing Vestine directly, he said: “Vestine, while I am your pastor, Idrissa is your first pastor, the one you must obey.”
Pastor Jackson warned against imbalances in marriage where wives listen more to pastors than their husbands. He illustrated that every husband has both a lamb and a lion within, and it is up to the wife to nurture the positive traits by how she interacts with him.
“Place Christ at the Center of Your Marriage”
In conclusion, Pastor Jackson urged Vestine and Idriss to make Christ the guiding force in their relationship, stating: “Marriage is God’s design. Don’t remove Christ from your home, thinking it will make your marriage better. Always uphold your responsibility to one another.”
The bride, Vestine, adorned a stunning white gown accompanied by her closest friends, while Idriss donned elegant white attire with black accents. Together, they radiated joy and optimism for their future as a couple.
The ceremony at Intare Conference Arena was attended by family, friends, Gospel artists, church leaders, and supporters of Gospel music—all joining to celebrate the couple’s love and commitment.
Vestine and Dorcas’s Legacy in Gospel Music
Vestine and Dorcas are renowned in Rwanda for their inspirational worship and praise songs. As a duo, their harmonious vocals and uplifting messages have earned them admiration across diverse audiences.
Hit songs such as “Ihema”, “Yebo”, “Adonai”, “Nahawe Ijambo” and “Ku Musaraba” showcase their ability to bring comfort and encourage repentance and spiritual growth. Their performances are widely featured in churches, prayer gatherings, and Gospel concerts both locally and internationally.
Through their music, they have built a lasting legacy in Gospel, touching hearts and providing spiritual guidance to listeners around the globe.
Idrissa Ouédraogo and Ishimwe Vestine exchanged their vows in a majestic garden setting at Intare Conference Arena.
Pastor Jackson Mugisha joined colleagues to bless the marriage of Idriss and Vestine.
Idrissa Jean Luc Ouédraogo expressed gratitude to Pastor Jackson Mugisha after receiving blessings for his marriage.
Pastor Mugisha highlighted the importance of biblical teachings, advising Vestine to uphold her duties as a loving and obedient wife.
Vestine entered the garden arm-in-arm with her father, a touching moment before exchanging vows.
In a traditional ceremony, Vestine presented gifts to her younger sister Kamikazi Dorcas.
Vestine honored Chriss Eazy with a gift for his significant contributions in composing their songs.
Vestine also offered a heartfelt gift to Murindahabi, the manager of the inspiring Gospel duo.