Hope. Everyone is looking for it, whether they admit it or not. But, is it attainable, or is it just an illusive dream? Yesterday, I shared why I believe there is great hope for America (though Christians must respond)! Today, after reading up on headlines and other blogs that I follow, the question tugging at …
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Is Islam a religion of peace? Many say it is and many say it is not. Let’s begin today’s study with some direct quotes. “The defeatists should fear Allaah lest they distort this religion and cause it to become weak on the basis of the claim that it is a religion of peace. Yes, it …
Welcome back, friends! Yesterday we launched week 7 of our study together by looking at the rise of Islam and its prophet Muhammad. Today, we'll continue our study by taking a brief look at the Qur'an and Muslim sects. "Qur'an" (Koran) means "recitation," as according to Muslim tradition, Allah recited the Qur'an to the prophet …
Welcome to week 7, my fellow sojourners! I pray you are blessed by our study together. This week we move into less-charted waters, as we consider basic information about Islam and the Qur'an. I'm not claiming to be an expert, but have done my best to verify the information that will be shared this week. …
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Looking for the Blessed Hope 