Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture Saving Truth (with Abdu Murray)
Aug 23, 2018
Abdu Murray, former Muslim, lawyer, and North American Director with Ravi Zacharias International Ministries, discusses his transformative journey to Christianity. He critiques the post-truth culture, highlighting how feelings often overshadow facts. Murray shares insights on Islam's diversity and the internal critiques arising from its communities. He emphasizes the importance of truth in freedom—arguing that real autonomy comes with boundaries. The conversation concludes with practical tips for Christians to embody truth in their daily lives.
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Conversion From Shiite Islam
- Abdu Murray describes his journey from Shiite Islam to Christianity after engaging curious Christians and apologetic resources.
- He says the cross revealed God's greatest ethic of love and self-sacrifice, which convinced him Christianity fulfilled what he sought in Islam.
Pair Love With Reason In Evangelism
- Use both love and robust reasons when witnessing to Muslims: compassionate relationships open hearts.
- Abdu notes evidence and apologetics then help many Muslims accept Christianity after seeing genuine Christian love.
Family Cost And Reconciliation
- Abdu recounts family tension after his conversion and emphasizes the cost of changing someone's worldview.
- He also reports significant reconciliation and restored closeness over time.
