US Pastor Says 40-Day Fast Led to His Second Marriage

American pastor Israel Ford says he and Shakayla, who later became his second wife, had identical dreams while taking part in a 40-day fast about their proposed marriage. Ford said his first wife, Lydia, did not receive the same revelation at the time. However, he said he would not go ahead without her consent and that she later accepted the arrangement after asking for time to consider it. The Ohio-based church leader has defended his decision to practise polygamy as consistent with his interpretation of the Bible. His public introduction of Shakayla as his second wife has sparked debate online about Christian marriage, faith and church leadership.

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