So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed. John 8:36
During an SSTS seminar in Central Asia, we listened to testimonies of the
participants who were mostly from Muslim background. We asked how long they had
been followers of Jesus. The majority answered, “Nine years.”
When we asked how they had become believers, they shared that there was a
vicious religious civil war in their country nine years earlier. It had shown
them the true colors of Islam and they turned to follow Jesus for the reasons
listed below:
1. LOVE — Jesus of the Bible teaches and exemplifies love and compassion.
2. WORSHIP — They were attracted to the Christian love of singing and worshipping God with
praise and joy!
3. FORGIVENESS — Jesus shows how to forgive our enemies – feed them and give them water to
drink.
4. JESUS’ LIFE — Jesus’ teachings and His example are very attractive.
5. WOMEN — Jesus holds women in high esteem.
6. FAITH — Jesus claims to be the way, truth and life. Salvation in Christ is by faith
alone. No works or rituals or rules can save us.
7. TRUTH — The Gospel of Jesus Christ is “Good News” because He is the Truth. The Gospel
is based on Truth.
8. LIBERTY — Christian expression is based on freedom and liberty in Christ. The Bible
teaches the basis for such liberty.
These eight positive principles are a powerful affirmation of the uniqueness
of Jesus Christ.
RESPONSE: Today I will appreciate the uniqueness of the Gospel and Jesus
my Savior.
PRAYER: Pray today that many more Muslims may come to faith in Jesus and
follow Him fully.
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