The Inspiring Journey of Pastor Funmilola Abraham

Pastor Funmilola Abraham

My husband rejected my offer of a second wife despite 24 years of childlessness – Mother of twins

From 24 Years of Silence to a Chorus of Joy: The Inspiring Journey of Pastor Funmilola Abraham

For Pastor Funmilola Abraham, the road to motherhood was paved with heartache, unwavering faith, and a refusal to give up—even when hope wore thin. A Regional Overseer at the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries, her testimony has touched lives across Nigeria and beyond, after she miraculously gave birth to twins in March 2025 at the age of 57—after 24 years of childlessness.

A Long Walk Through Disappointment

Pastor Funmilola got married in March 2001, and soon after, began experiencing fertility challenges. She underwent fibroid surgery in 2002 and was assured everything looked fine. But years passed, and conception remained elusive. She endured numerous procedures—at least ten flushing treatments—and in 2019, she turned to IVF. The first attempt brought joy: she became pregnant with triplets. But tragedy struck five months later when doctors found fatal heart complications in the unborn babies. They were lost in a painful medical evacuation.

Another round of IVF failed. Emotionally and physically drained, she chose to lean into her calling rather than dwell on her sorrow. Despite deep moments of silent grief—crying in private, staring blankly in thought—she kept praying for others, offering them hope even when her own arms remained empty. Many who conceived through her ministry didn’t even know she was still trusting God for her own miracle.

Community, Character, and Compassion

What set her apart was how she carried herself. Her in-laws, often an unpredictable force in cases of infertility, became pillars of support. “The way you carry yourself matters,” she noted. She treated her husband’s family with kindness, ensured her in-laws’ needs were met, and earned their unwavering respect. Her friends and church members were also supportive—many shocked to learn she had never had children when her testimony broke.

Her husband, a devoted Christian, remained steadfast. Even when she offered to step aside so he could marry another, like Sarah in the Bible, he lovingly refused. “Didn’t I see the village before I married you?” he asked. “I’m not going anywhere.”

A Turning Point

At a 2023 New Year crossover service, Pastor Funmilola intensified her prayers. Around that time, she heard of a matron known for helping women with natural herbal treatments. Skeptical but prayerful, she sent another woman first—who returned pregnant a month later. Encouraged, Pastor Funmilola began her own treatment with the matron. It combined herbal medicine and prayer. Soon after, she noticed signs of ovulation. Within weeks of intimacy, she conceived—naturally.

Her twins arrived on March 12, 2025. It was a moment that stunned everyone—not only for the miracle of childbirth at such an age but for the quiet strength she'd shown while blessing others.

Faith Meets Medicine

One of her core messages is that faith and medical science are not adversaries but allies. She challenges the stigma around IVF and medical interventions, urging women to explore their options early and wisely. “It is not a lack of faith to use medicine,” she insists. “If you don’t take steps, you may remain stuck.”

She emphasizes that IVF can be emotionally, physically, and financially taxing—and that God's mercy is needed regardless of the method. But she also encourages early action, especially for women between the ages of 35 and 40.

Cultural Echoes and a Shared Celebration

In Nigeria, where fertility often defines a woman’s social worth, Pastor Funmilola’s experience reflects a broader cultural truth: those who navigate infertility with grace can still earn their community’s respect and love. Her story challenges the silence and shame often associated with delayed conception.

When her miracle finally arrived, the celebration was nationwide—family and friends came from abroad, Lagos, and her village to rejoice. Her life became a living testimony not just of answered prayer, but of how character, compassion, and unshakable belief can sustain a person through decades of waiting.