A Pattern of Living and Dying to the Lord—The Life Testimony of Sister Ruth Lee
Introduction: Ninety-Six Years of Glorious God-Man Living

Sister Ruth Lee's life, spanning ninety-six years, presents a compelling testimony of how a sister in Christ, empowered by divine grace, can faithfully keep her order, consecrate herself entirely, and live solely for the fulfillment of God's economy. She stands as a pattern not only of living to the Lord but also of dying to Him—a life that shines as a beacon for all who follow.

First Stage: Ardently Pursuing Christ, Equipping for God's Economy

The initial stage of Sister Lee's life was characterized by an ardent pursuit of Christ. She actively participated in trainings, ministered to children and adolescents, shepherded young mothers, and diligently preached the gospel. Day and night, she tirelessly equipped herself for God's economy. This was a season of wholehearted consecration and burning pursuit, laying a solid foundation for her lifetime of service.

Second Stage: Becoming Mrs. Lee, Walking as Fellow Slaves
An Unforeseen Marriage, a Complete Consecration

At the age of forty-three, an unforeseen marriage entered her life. From that moment, she relinquished her personal aspirations and became Mrs. Lee, embarking upon the second stage of her life's journey. This was not merely a change of status but a profound deepening of her consecration to the Lord's work.

Serving in the Vision

Guided by a divine vision and operating within the measure bestowed upon her by God, she served, accompanied, and cared for Brother Lee. Together they walked through innumerable storms and tribulations, including numerous hardships inflicted upon the church by the adversary. Yet through it all, she remained steadfast. Ultimately, she witnessed God's New Testament ministry reach the high peak of the revelation, the God-ordained way spread to the whole world, and the peak of propagation be attained. What a glorious fulfillment of faithful service!

Third Stage: Hidden in Christ, Progressing Toward Maturity in Life

In 1997, Brother Lee entered into his eternal rest. Upheld by God's grace, Sister Lee entered yet another chapter of her life—one distinguished by living to God, interceding for His economy, and offering prayers for the saints in all the churches.

This less-documented period of her life serves as a profound testimony to her hiddenness in Christ, her steady progression toward maturity in life, and the inherent sweetness of her walk as a God-man. In the quiet hours of prayer and communion, she lived out the reality of a life hidden with Christ in God, bearing fruit that will remain for eternity.

The Summary of a Life: Five Glorious Testimonies

As articulated in her biographical record, Sister Ruth Lee's life can be summarized in five glorious aspects:

She coordinated with Brother Lee as his steadfast companion in the Lord's work.

Alongside Brother Lee, she led a life of absolute consecration, embodying the role of a fellow slave to the Lord.

Among the saints, she functioned as a channel of supply and a strong factor in the saints' progress and joy.

Her departure serves as a model of maturity in life, a model of triumphant celebration.

She is a model of the Christian journey from glory to glory.

Her final utterance was "Hallelujah!"—a cry of victory, a song of mature life, a perfect punctuation mark to a life lived entirely to the Lord. In that single word, we hear the echo of a life well-lived, a race well-run, a faith well-kept.

Conclusion: Following in Her Footsteps, Continuing the God-Man Journey

It is our deep conviction that all the saints within the churches aspire to follow in her footsteps in the years to come. May we progressively work out and live out the New Jerusalem, bit by bit, layer upon layer, until God's eternal purpose is fully accomplished.

Sister Ruth Lee has finished her course. Now it is our turn to take up the torch and run our race with endurance, looking unto Jesus, the Author and Perfecter of our faith. May her pattern of living and dying to the Lord inspire us all to a deeper consecration, a richer experience of Christ, and a more faithful walk in the steps of this precious sister.

Hallelujah! To God be the glory!