Sola Benson
Celebration and thanksgiving filled the home of gospel music minister Steve Crown and his wife, Ruth Thomas, as the couple announced the arrival of their first child.
The heartwarming news was shared by the singer on Saturday through his Instagram page, where he posted a touching video featuring himself and his wife dressed in white. In the clip, Ruth was seen proudly displaying her baby bump, symbolizing the journey that has now culminated in the birth of their child.
Expressing deep gratitude to God for the new addition to their family, Steve Crown described the experience as a divine blessing beyond words.
“Some blessings cannot be explained, they can only be celebrated. Thank You, Jesus, for all You have done. Thank You Jesus for the gift of our baby,” he wrote.
The gospel artiste also used the opportunity to pray for individuals and families trusting God for the blessing of children, declaring that they too would have reasons to rejoice.
“A new chapter, a new blessing, a new reason to thank God every day. May God bless everyone that desires this beautiful testimony. Amen,” he added.
The announcement quickly drew an outpouring of love and congratulatory messages from fans, colleagues, fellow gospel ministers, and well-wishers. Many flooded the comment section with prayers and words of encouragement as they joined the couple in celebrating the milestone.
Steve Crown and Ruth Thomas tied the knot on April 26, 2025, in a colourful church ceremony attended by family members, close friends, and notable figures within the gospel music community. Their wedding came shortly after the singer publicly announced their engagement earlier in the same month.
At the time, Steve Crown described their relationship as a union divinely orchestrated by God, expressing confidence in the journey they were about to begin together.
Ruth, an interior decorator and event planner, exchanged vows with the acclaimed “You Are Great” singer in a ceremony that attracted widespread attention among gospel music enthusiasts.
With the arrival of their first child, the couple has now entered a new phase of family life, adding another chapter to a love story that has continued to inspire many of their followers. For supporters of the singer, the latest announcement serves as yet another reason to celebrate alongside the growing family.




