Islam for Christians

Nov 01 2024 155 ep. 25 mins 9
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This is a podcast about Islam from a Christian perspective. Presented by a Christian seminary graduate, you will learn about Muhammad, the Quran and 1400 years of fascinating stories you may have never heard. This is a resource for learning, thinking and spiritual development. This show can be reached at [email protected]. Patreon.com/IslamForChristians

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155 - Islamic History – 627 – Battle of the Trench Part 1 - The Gathering Alliance

Nov 01 2024 30 mins  
The preamble to the Battle of the Trench... or the Siege of Medina. Same thing. Setting the table with some historical parallels, and also looking at the reasons for the battle and the strengths of the combatants. Muhammad has a week to prepare for an alliance of Arab tribes coming right at Medina -- that's the good news. The bad news? They have 600 horses. He has none.

154 - Quran - Surah 79 - An-Nazi'at - Those Who Drag Forth

Oct 15 2024 32 mins  
By those angels stripping out evil souls harshly,and those pulling out good souls gently,and those gliding through heavens swiftly,and those taking the lead vigorously,and those conducting affairs obediently!Consider the Day when the quaking Blast will come to pass,followed by a second Blast.The deniers’ hearts on that Day will be trembling in horror,with their eyes downcast.But

153 - Biblical Figures in Islam Part 30 – New Testament - Jesus Part 9 – The Islamic Jesus in Review

Oct 01 2024 22 mins  
A review of the Jesus portion of the series.... emphasizing key concepts and being brutally honest of the possibility of Christian-Muslim dialogue about Jesus.

152 - Hadith - Because I Said So

Sep 15 2024 9 mins  
Muhammad, like an overwhelmed parent, tires of the constant questions... particularly those asked in bad faith.

151 - Islamic History – 625-627 – Adding Wives and Raising Eyebrows Part 2

Sep 01 2024 28 mins  
Muhammad marries Zaynab, and we discuss the legacy of this action from several different perspectives.

150 - Quran - Surah 80 - 'Abasa - He Frowned

Aug 15 2024 23 mins  
He frowned and turned his attention away,simply because the blind man came to him interruptingYou never know O Prophet, perhaps he may be purified,or he may be mindful, benefitting from the reminder.As for the one who was indifferent,you gave him your undivided attention,even though you are not to blame if he would not be purified.But as for the one who came to you, eager to learn,

149 - Biblical Figures in Islam Part 29 – New Testament - Jesus Part 8 – Eschatology Part 3

Aug 01 2024 20 mins  
Going through the specifics of the Islamic second coming of Jesus.

148 - Hadith - Religious Innovation

Jul 15 2024 10 mins  
Allah's Messenger said, "If somebody innovates something which is not in harmony with the principles of our religion, that thing is rejected."

147 - Islamic History – 625-627 – Adding Wives and Raising Eyebrows Part 1

Jul 01 2024 25 mins  
Muhammad marries his son's ex-wife and the community erupts in scandal. This is his fifth wife and a major break from Arab tradition -- some in the community call it incest. This is what we know about how this situation came to be.

146 - Quran - Surah 81 - At-Takwir - The Overthrowing

Jun 15 2024 24 mins  
When the sun is overthrown,And when the stars fall,And when the hills are moved,And when the camels big with young are abandoned,And when the wild beasts are herded together,And when the seas rise,And when souls are reunited,And when the girl-child that was buried alive is askedFor what sin she was slain,And when the pages are laid open,And when the sky is torn away,And when hell i