Why should I learn about Islam? some might ask. I watch the news every night. I see the war. I see the rubble left from bombings. Isn’t that Islam?
It’s tempting to believe we understand Islam when we’re exposed to it every day on the nightly news or in our newsfeeds.
But in reality, what we see on the news often reflects a narrow picture of Islam. And these shallow depictions aren’t enough to make us love Muslims as Christ loves them.
Loving Muslims means understanding how their beliefs have kept them from the knowledge of Christ. Learning about their lives and their religion helps us discover the worldviews and strongholds that hinder the Gospel. We can use this information to pray for them.
Understanding Islam also equips us to better support the workers who are making Christ known in Muslim communities.
Enjoy learning, and may your discoveries equip you to pray with power for Muslims and for workers.