Ibrahim Semakula, Uganda
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In 1996, when Ibrahim was 19 years, a relative of his had another person throw acid on Ibrahim over a land dispute. His face, chest, arm, and leg were badly burned and he was left blind. He had a girlfriend at the time, and she left her family home to take care of him even though her own family rejected her for that choice. They have been together for over 20 years and have seven children. They grow some food and raise a few chickens but have very little income. Although he does not have pain now, his options for making a living are limited because of the blindness and excess scar tissue that limits the motion of his left arm. In addition, he stays indoors most of the time because the sun bothers his scar tissue and eyes. He is usually found with a shirt over his head and arm to protect against sun exposure. He hopes that he can have surgery on his arm so that he can fully extend it.
Ibrahim and his wife welcomed the RISE and EAV teams to their home and said they were delighted to have the team visit. They expressed surprise and gratitude that people wanted to pray for them. They would like prayers for the health and well-being of themselves and their children.
Dear Ibrahim,
Your family is adorable! Maybe its sounds weird to say but you are lucky. Even in your situation, even you being poor, I can see and even feel that you have the most important thing: love between you.
Believe me when I say: There is a lot of people and families in this world that have everything money can buy but in the end of day they do not know what the real meaning of love and care is.
I pray God to keep blessing you and all your family with love and peace. May your children grow healthy and strong.
I sending you my love from Brazil.
Dear God,
Please heal this family of all their pain and suffering, physically, emotionally, and financially. Please provide them peace, courage, strength, and hope. Please, God, in Jesus’ Name! Amen!
To the family: You are brave and strong, more than you may know. The love you have for each other and your desire for your chldren to blessed are such wonderful examples that all can look to and follow. Thank you for being you, and may you receive comfort from God above.
May God and all Heaven Bless you and your family.
May you receive all that you need to continue this earthly journey with Grace and Ease.
Blessings of Light and Love to you all.
Ibrahim, may you and your family be blessed with courage and strength to deal with whatever the future sends you. May God’s love surround you all and help you to cope.
Oh Father God who loves all your children, meet the needs of Ibrahim and his family. Help his body to rapidly heal. Grant him the surgery he needs. Touch his wounds with your powerful mercy and repair his body. Grant him the dignity of being able to provide for his family through work knowing that responsibility rests ultimately with you Lord.
See their practical needs and bless them, especially with food, clothing and shoes.Bless their chickens. Help them to thrive and grow in number. Protect the family and pour out your goodness in their lives day after day until their lives improve tenfold. In Jesus’ name I ask this. Amen
I will use my St Anthony prayer card for this family.
I understand about wearing the shirt, my mother had sight
& skin problems & had to shield her face.
Dear Ibrahim
May The glory of God be revealed in me,
May his divine Majesty shine in me
And I shall be finally free.
Sacred heart of Jesus I have confidence in you, transform me
I believe in your infinite compassion.
From your Elixir of life give me life.
Holy Spirit give me the strength of the conqueror,
Give me the wisdom of the wise,
Give me Your Eternal Spring.
this is a prayer I say every day
May it be fulfilled within you always
dear Ibrahim
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your wife and family. May God bless you and keep you, and may you know His peace. I pray that you will be able to get the surgery that is needed for your arm.
I shall be thinking and praying for you. May you know God’s love comfort and healing.
with love from Susan
I pray that you get the surgery you need and that you’ll heal soon.
May God bless you and keep you in peace. May God protect you and your family and send you friends when you need them most. May the Lord make His face to shine upon you.
Dear Ibrahim and family, I pray for you all, that you may receive God’s love, strength and peace daily.
Roger.
Dear Ibrahim, and all your Family – Your strength and bravery are truly remarkable. We hold you all in our prayers, wishing for you better health, and strength in the future. For your family, health and a better life, with education for your children and brighter days to come. Know that many, many people care about you and pray for you every day.
Dear Ibrahim and All Your Family – Your strength and bravery are truly remarkable. We hold you all in our prayers, wishing for you better health and strength in the future, and for your family health and a better life, with education for your children, and brighter days to come. Know that many many people care about you and think about you every day.
Dear Ibrahim,
My family and I pray that you get the treatment you need. May God provide you and your family with the love, faith and continued strength to overcome!!!
Love from the Cooke family
I know that your prayers will be answered by the will of God, I send you love and healing and you are in my thoughts and prayers x
Let miracles shower upon Ibrahim’s life for healing and upliftment on all levels. Amen
Dear Ibrahim and Family,
May the Good Lord bring you further healing and additional care. I pray for that you may receive continuing strength, courage, grace, and peace. Thank you and your wife for your examples of determination and perseverance in the face of enormous challenge.
God bless,
John Hanes
God bless you and your family, Ibrahim!
My brother Ibrahim, may our Father in heaven heal your body supernaturally. By the stripes of our Lord Jesus, we were healed. May He restore your vision and give you full use of your arms. May He heal your internal and external wounds for He is the God of miracles. I pray for peace, strength, blessings, and protection for you and your family. He promises to meet all our needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus. We thank you Lord and ask all this in Jesus Mighty Powerful name, Amen
May God continue to grant you the grace and courage to continue your brave lives.
I am praying for you and your family. God bless you.
Dear God,
Please Lord, take care of this family! Please give them everything they need. Please comfort them. Give them hope and joy and peace that can never be taken away. Fill them with love and forgiveness, and don’t let them be overwhelmed by fear or hate. Thank You, Lord, for loving us and taking care of us. Thank You for understanding our pain and for caring for us. Thank You for your promise that you will never leave us or forsake us. Please protect this family. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
May Gods love surround you and give you strength and courage in your difficulties. Never forget you are not alone .
Prayers for strength and courage for Ibrahim and his family. I hope you can get the surgery to fix your arm. I am so sorry this happened to you. God bless you!
Dear Ibrahim you have been through so much and life continues to be a struggle. I am praying that you and your family will not only experience and enjoy God’s peace in your life but, through the intercession of myself and those who join with me you will be blessed with health and a life that is materially much easier. Jesus said that whenever two agree their request would be granted. Agree with me now and have faith that life will improve for you. Blessings. Francis.