A couple days ago a kid posted on his facebook status that my friend converted to Islam. I find it really disappointing and saddening. I feel the need to do something.
My question is should I try to convert him back to christianity? I feel like I should, but the problem a ton of my friends are Muslim and I would upset so many of them, and not to mention the twenty other people that congratulated him about converting on facebook.
JOHN 15: 18
"If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first. 19If you belonged to the world, it would love you as its own. As it is, you do not belong to the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. That is why the world hates you.
Ask yourself what it was about his Christian friends and his Muslim friends that made a difference. Sometimes, it's very shallow and in those cases, the "conversion" tends to wear off. Other times, it's deeper and harder to change.
Confrontation is the worst way to go; you can harden him into a position that he can't back down from. Be honest about your feelings, and if he can still be your friend, be a friend. And let your light shine. Maybe that's all he needs.
Have you asked him why he chose to become a muslim? What was it about Islam that drew him in, and what was it about Christianity that turned him off? Sometimes it helps to understand a person, and then you can know what things to address specifically.
I'm wondering if your friend had a strong relationship with Christ, from your observation. We can't look into someone's heart, but we can observe their lives. Is this someone who was a little nominal in his faith, or from what you know, is your friend seriously searching? It sounds like you're in a community with heavy Islam influence, so he obviously had some help in making this decision.
The above posts were good. I believe the Lord has placed it on your heart and you need to act, but with kindness, and respect. Look for reasons for the change, and try to use reason and logic to bring him back to the cross.
Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable his judgments, and his paths beyond tracing out! "Who has known the mind of the Lord? Or who has been his counselor?" "Who has ever given to God, that God should repay him?" For from him and through him and to him are all things. To him be the glory forever! Amen.
The Muslim religion is a legitimate one. He probably feels closer to God as a Muslim than a Christian. I see no need to try and convert him back.
Originally Posted by essentials
???? how so
Okay Oats, I think we are equally confused here. Essentials, what would you consider a legitimate religion? Is Hinduism and Buddhism not considered legitimate religions as well?
God doesn't call the equipped, He equips the called.
What I meant was-Who are we to question what someone elses spiritual beliefs are? I think they should accept what their friend has become and have some interesting conversations as to the differences between Christianity and Islam. Christians would probably get a lot more respect if they didn't force their beliefs on people...
???? how so
What I meant was-Who are we to question what someone elses spiritual beliefs are? I think they should accept what their friend has become and have some interesting conversations as to the differences between Christianity and Islam. Christians would probably get a lot more respect if they didn't force their beliefs on people...
???? how so
I'm sorry I didn't know what you meant...at any rate I agree with you...
I'm sorry but i think if you start talking about Islam, you should read Koran first. There is no way this is the same God we as Christians worship. Islamic God(according to Mohammed)preaches hate, intolerance, murder and oppression of women that is not found anywhere in Christian Bible.
This is not religion but a cult-what other religion tells you that your punishment is death is you decide to leave Islam?
To the OP-your friend was probably weak in his Christian faith. Ask him why he converted and see if you can get through to him
How "accepting" do you think a Christian friend should be of someone deciding against Christianity?What I meant was-Who are we to question what someone elses spiritual beliefs are? I think they should accept what their friend has become and have some interesting conversations as to the differences between Christianity and Islam. Christians would probably get a lot more respect if they didn't force their beliefs on people...
7ruth, I hope you'll be a source of Truth in this person's life and not a source of affirmation for the wrong decision. All with gentleness and respect.
Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable his judgments, and his paths beyond tracing out! "Who has known the mind of the Lord? Or who has been his counselor?" "Who has ever given to God, that God should repay him?" For from him and through him and to him are all things. To him be the glory forever! Amen.
Mike, I think everyone should accept everyone. It saddens me when I see extremely judgemental Christians who think it should be their way or the highway, like I said, who are we to tell someone their beliefs are wrong?How "accepting" do you think a Christian friend should be of someone deciding against Christianity?What I meant was-Who are we to question what someone elses spiritual beliefs are? I think they should accept what their friend has become and have some interesting conversations as to the differences between Christianity and Islam. Christians would probably get a lot more respect if they didn't force their beliefs on people...
7ruth, I hope you'll be a source of Truth in this person's life and not a source of affirmation for the wrong decision. All with gentleness and respect.
Debating in this particular forum is forbidden. Let's not get into a debate on this. Some might disagree, but I feel Jesus was very clear when He said "I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life". He didn't say "I am a way, a truth and a life.
This is my opinion, one widely shared by Christians. You're open to your opinion of scripture and theology, I suppose.
Again, lets address the OP with answers, not debate among each other. I just asked how much you think we should accept their beliefs. I think you've addressed that.
Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable his judgments, and his paths beyond tracing out! "Who has known the mind of the Lord? Or who has been his counselor?" "Who has ever given to God, that God should repay him?" For from him and through him and to him are all things. To him be the glory forever! Amen.
Mike, that is more than an opinion. It is Truth! When Jesus stated He was the one and only way to the Father, He certainly wasn't giving His opinion.
Now, I know you know that, so, what I said was for the benefit of those like essentials who ARE giving us a very worldly secular view, with little or no scriptural basis.
Essentials, if you are a Christian, I must say that what you have posted here so far does in no way reflect a Biblical Christian viewpoint.
This is a reminder that this section of the site is reserved for Christians who desire to converse freely with each other without unneeded outside intervention. We have several forums within the site where debate-like discussions can take place...
... this is not one of those sections.
Thanks for understanding.
John 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
All scripture is KJV unless stated otherwise.
Posting Permissions
LinkBack URL
About LinkBacks
Reply With Quote