Insights on Radical Islam and Christianity from a Former Muslim
In this episode of Into the Deep, Jeff King interviews Hedieh Mirahmadi, a former devout Muslim turned Christian, who shares her journey from growing up in a secular Iranian-American family to working in counter-terror against radical Islam. They discuss her experiences with Islam, Christianity, life in Afghanistan, and insights on the Taliban. Listen in for a wide-ranging conversation touching on faith, culture, and personal transformation.
The episode highlights the importance of sharing the gospel with Afghan refugees coming to the United States, emphasizing the need for Christians to engage in discussions about faith journeys, even with Muslims. Mirahmadi shares a story of an Iraqi refugee in Germany who converted to Christianity after being welcomed to a neighborhood church event, showcasing the power of hospitality in reaching individuals from diverse faith backgrounds.
Listeners are encouraged not to be intimidated by someone's Muslim faith and to actively share the gospel with them, recognizing that many Afghans displaced by the Taliban are seeking spiritual fulfillment. By creating opportunities for the Holy Spirit to work through conversations about faith journeys, Christians can offer the love of Christ to those in need.
The episode also discusses the respectful view of Jesus in Islam, empowering Christians to engage in faith discussions with Afghans without fear of causing offense. Approaching these conversations with love, understanding, and personal faith experiences can have a significant impact on Afghan refugees seeking solace and spiritual guidance in their new environment.
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Jeff speaks boldly and honestly about the struggles of those persecuted for their faith and the growing hatred of Christians in the West. Jeff’s incredible experiences, inspiring stories, and passion for the persecuted make him an insightful and compelling speaker.
He typically speaks about persecution around the world and the beginning of persecution in the West. But Jeff’s favorite topic is the transformational spiritual lessons of the persecuted and martyrs.
Jeff is the author of Islam Uncensored, (2011) Last Words of the Martyrs, (2023) and The Whisper (2024). His thought-provoking and inspirational stories and content have helped build a loyal audience of nearly one million social media followers, millions of web followers, podcast listeners, and more.
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