How I Survived Kidney Failure: My Testimony.
This book is an emotional tale of unwavering strength, resilience, determination, hope, and faith. It is meant to inspire, encourage and also build up faith in everyone in the face of adversity, it is meant to let everyone know that everything is still possible with the creator of the universe because I am an example of that with all I have gone through and still standing strong.
-Bilari Michael Etukudoh (nee Kwajaffa)
As you turn the pages of this book, you will be transported into the heart of a life defined by challenges and triumphs, setbacks and victories, all intertwined in a dance of resilience that resonates with the beating of a steadfast heart. Bilari’s story is not merely a chronicle of her own experiences, but a universal tale that touches the lives of anyone who has faced adversity and clung to the thread of hope.
With a pen guided by authenticity and a heart that spills out onto every page, Bilari opens up her world to us.
From the moment her path intertwined with the diagnosis of sickle cell disease to her aspirations, dreams, and the monumental junctures of life, we journey alongside her. We witness the struggles, both visible and hidden, and the unbreakable bonds of family and love that form the foundation of her strength.
This memoir is unique in its narrative structure. Through the voices of Bilari, her husband, sisters, brother (whose remarkable gift of a kidney shines as an emblem of love), mother, and the skilled doctors who guided her journey, you will experience a symphony of perspectives. Their words join together in harmony, creating a multilayered tapestry that captures the essence of each moment, each emotion, and each prayer uttered in the depths of darkness.
In the face of adversity, Bilari’s faith emerges as the unshakable anchor. Her faith in God is the cornerstone upon which her journey rests. It’s a beacon that lights the path even when the way seems obscured, a torch that guides her through the labyrinth of uncertainty. Her miraculous recovery from kidney disease is not just a medical phenomenon – it's a testament to the power of belief, the embrace of community, and the divine touch that weaves miracles into the fabric of life.
As you read, you’ll find yourself intertwined with Bilari's journey. You’ll share in the laughter, the tears, the moments of doubt, and the flashes of hope. You’ll witness the unbreakable bond between family members, the selflessness of a brother’s gift, and the unwavering love that sustains Bilari and those around her.
Dear reader, in your hand, lies an invitation – to walk alongside Bilari as she navigates life’s unpredictable terrain, to witness the storms that test her spirit and the victories that emerge from the depths of struggle. Prepare to be moved, inspired, and reminded that within the human experience, there exists an unquenchable flame of resilience, a radiant light that darkness can never fully obscure.
I solicit your support to disseminate this book across the globe. An investment in this work writes your name in gold as we continue to uphold this daughter of Zion.
Pastor (Dr) Ejiro Joyce Otive-Igbuzor
Assistant General Overseer
Palace of Priests Assembly
Abuja.
