As a Christian what do you need to know about Islam?

It is very important for Christians to have knowledge about what is happening in the world around them. This knowledge will enable them to understand what is happening around them not only in the world , but in their own country, so that they can answer multitudes of questions that will be asked them. The Bible warns us against ignorance in 2 Corinthians 2:11: “in order that Satan might not outwit us. For we are not unaware of his schemes.” It also encourages us about knowledge in Proverbs 24:4: “through knowledge its rooms are filled with rare and beautiful treasures.”

In the same way an understanding of Islam even if it is only a general idea helps us a lot in reaching out to Muslims with the message of Christ and to answer their questions about our Christian faith. As it is written, “Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have.”

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Over the past twenty years, my wife and I have lived overseas in a majority-Muslim nation. We have hundreds of dear friends who are Muslims. In the country where we work, "peace" in relationships is esteemed more than truth itself. A local proverb says, "A lie that heals is better than the truth that hurts." Personally, I'd rather hear "the truth that hurts" than a lie which superficially and temporarily "heals."

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