Subject: How do we begin? |
Bible Note: Peace be upon you, Questioner! Yes, Christians must follow the Book also, and I see the similarities between Islam and Christianity- since both are viewed not only as religions, but as a way of life! You are correct in saying that the one place in which our faiths differ is that Islam views Jesus as a prophet instead of the very Son of God. And it is that dynamic relationship that Christians have with Jesus, who is our Living God, that strengthens us daily and gives us encouragement and total assurance that we have found the 'true peace'. This personal relationship that we have with Jesus is something that is exclusive to Christianity- having a 'personal relationship' with the God that you worship! Yes, I enjoy explaining things in depth and studying them. I find your book and examples of Islam interesting, but to tell you the truth, I would not be interested in reading it. It is not that I feel as if I am 'afraid' or 'being threatened' by Islam, its simply this fact: Islam has no part in my life and it is contrary to the Spirit and the Son who dwell inside my heart! This living and active personal relationship that I have with Jesus is worth dying for, and it is the real 'treasure' that one can find as a believing Christian. I honestly could never part with it or 'tear myself' away from it, my friend! It's not that I do not choose to learn more about Islam, I simply cannot! For I am totally confident and secure in the fact that I know who God truly is and know Him personally! I am not being boastful in any way here, but I have truly 'found' God! And everything that God has revealed to me has proven that Christ is indeed His one and only Son. This undeniable proof and evidence that I have continues to inspire me every single day for Him! And there is no way that I could ever abandon or forsake this wholehearted worship, love, and friendship that I continually and intimately enjoy with my Lord and Savior. This my friend, cannot be found in any other system of belief, and I am quite content and secure in knowing that God has shown me His truth and finding the narrow path to salvation! Peace be upon you, Nolan |