Mother's conversion to Christianity from "summary" of The Color of Water by James McBride
Ruth's decision to embrace Christianity was a deeply personal and transformative experience that shaped the course of her life. Growing up in a Jewish household, she had always felt disconnected from her faith and longed for a sense of belonging. It was only after meeting her first husband, Andrew Dennis McBride, a black Baptist minister, that she found the spiritual guidance she had been seeking. Andrew's unwavering faith and devotion to God inspired Ruth and led her to explore Christianity in a way she never had before. Through his teachings and the loving support of his congregation, Ruth gradually began to see the world through a new lens. She found solace in the teachings of Jesus Chri...
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