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Ibrahim Mohammed became a follower of Jesus in 2021 and immediately began sharing the "Good News" of the Gospel with others in his predominantly Muslim community. Within the span of one year, he led 80 people to Christ in the Oromia region of Ethiopia. Since then, the passionate evangelist has devoted himself to discipling these new believers. As a result of his Christian witness, Ibrahim began receiving death threats from local Islamic militants.
Despite the growing danger, he faithfully continued sharing the message of Christ. In early May, the dedicated believer donated a portion of his farmland to construct a church building. However, when Ibrahim's opponents discovered his plans, they became determined to stop the construction of the worship facility. On May 15th, Ibrahim was approached by an armed individual who was dressed in traditional Islamic clothing. The assailant declared that it would be Ibrahim's final day of evangelizing before suddenly shooting the Christian believer. (According to latest reports, a suspect has since been identified, but he recently fled the area.)
Though rushed to the hospital, Ibrahim tragically succumbed to his injuries three days later. This faithful believer leaves behind his wife and two young children, along with the church community he was instrumental in building. For previously published reports concerning Christian persecution in Ethiopia, go to our country profile.
- Pray for greatly needed comfort, healing and peace on behalf of all who are mourning the loss of this dearly beloved servant of Christ.
- Give thanks for Ibrahim's faithful witness, courage and unwavering commitment to sharing the Gospel even when facing opposition.
- Pray for the continued growth of the ministry Ibrahim helped to build, asking that the seeds he planted would bear much fruit, and that many more people throughout Ethiopia would come to know Christ as a result of his lasting spiritual legacy.
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