Let Us Reason - A Christian/muslim Dialogue

Al Fadi discusses  the subject of the real location of Mount Sinai with his guest speaker Joel Richardson.  Joel explains why he believes that Mt Sinai is in NW Saudi Arabia. His first line of evidence is that it is located on the eastern side of the Red Sea .The second evidence is the ancient Jewish tradition believed by Jewish historians, like Josephus and Filo which believed that Mt Sinai is the tallest mountain in Midian which is now the northern part of Saudi Arabia , and that it is called mount Moses by the locals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Al Fadi talks about the man born blind in John 9:1-7. The common world view of that day is that if a person was blind; it was either he or his parents have sinned.  Jesus refuted that by healing the man both spiritually and physically. People tend to focus on the physical and forget about the most urgent need for the human heart which is healing of the spiritual blindness.  God created us in His own image so that we can have fellowship with Him and and it is by our obedience to Him that we can fulfill our purpose in life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Al Fadi shares in details four major updates of Cira International: 1. The first quarter of the year included conferences, trainings, Arabic satellite programs, And Arabic FB page; both translation of Bible into the Saudi dialect, and preparation to launch Arabic U-tube videos to be released later. 2. During lockdown because of COVID, he started doing live steam videos from his home office(75).  3. The ministry met its basic needs, and he shares ways to donate to the ministry from Patron, PayPal and more. 4. A conference that just happened last week which dealt with Evangelism , Apologetics and the role of the Arab world in bible prophecy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Bible does encourage Christians to participate in government for a variety of reasons including being a buffer against  the wrong interpretation of scripture.  For example ,in Daniel 4:27, Daniel told the king to break off his sins; he told him the truth and that way God used Daniel to be  a counselor.  Another example in Jeremiah 29: 7, God asked His people to seek the welfare of the city of there captivity, and to pray for the city.  There is a lot of other examples in the old testament and some in the new testament (Mt 14: 3,4, Luke 3: 18-20) are some examples that God used His people to make an influence for God's larger plan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This view says that nothing good comes from the church's involvement in politics.  It is wrong because God left Christians on earth to influence society and that by being involved in all aspects of life , which include being in government.  Both church and government  are instruments to help restrain evil; 1 john 3: 8. Historical church involvement helped rid societies in the past of evil practices like infanticides and branding criminals faces.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This view is usually held by pacifists, and it disagrees with Romans 13:1-6 ,where it says that government is a servant of God.  They take Luke 4: 5-7 out of context. We should also take the whole view of the Bible.  Daniel  4: 7 , says that the most high rules the kingdoms of men.  So God is in control of governments not Satan.  God allows governments to go after evil doers, He appoints governments, and he is the one that establishes them (all of them).  The job of the civil government is punish  those who do evil.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This view states that there is no room for religion in government and is promoted by the ACLU.  It violates the first amendment by keeping religion out of government instead of keeping the government out of religious affairs.  It also promotes atheisms as the religion of the government.  Romans 13:4 talks about government as God's agent to institute righteousness and punish evil.  If we take God out of government we remove  absolute morality and promote relativism.  Daniel 4:27,Luke 3:19, and Acts 24:25, are good examples of the influence of religion in government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 This view of government causes wars, and we have examples from the history of the church.  Jesus was opposed to this view, Luke 9: 52- 55.  True faith can not be forced; it is a voluntary decision.  We should appeal to people; Matt. 11: 28, Acts 28: 23.  In conclusion: Governments should never attempt to force religion on people, but provide freedom for all.    Forcing religion could lead to religious persecution or having false converts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Al Fadi continues his series on the role the church and believers in politics and the government.  He mainly focuses his time on Isaiah chapter one and compares what the nation of Israel did and what the western civilization is doing, in the way that they left the biblical values and followed the sins of Sodom and Gomorrah,vs10.  He also compares verse 15 when Israel's hands were full of blood with our nation with the killing of innocent babies/abortion.  The nation of Israel suffered the consequences for her sin, and so will our nation if we don't repent and turn away from our sins, vs18-20.  He urges the church to vote for people who hold biblical value.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Al Fadi introduces a new series on the Christian role in government.  He explains that according to the Bible, government is appointed by God whether we like it or not ,Romans 13: 1-7.  He also explains that 1 Timothy 2: 1-4, explains that the role of people in government ties with God's plan of salvation.  In the next few weeks he is going to discuss 5 wrong views about Christians in government:  1. Government should compel (force) people to religion.  2.  Government should exclude religion from government.  3.  All governments are evil and demonic.  4.  Do evangelism, but not politics.  5.  Do politics, but not evangelism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jay Smith talks with Al Fadi about the many different Qurans that he and Hatun Tash found. Just between the Warsh and the Hafs copies, there is five thousand differences.  This is specially problematic because the Quran and Muslims claim that there is not one letter is changed in the Quran.  Some Muslim  debaters like Yasir Qaadi and Mohammad Hijab admit that there are holes in the narrative of the Quran, but they refuse to discuss it in public. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jay and Al Fadi discuss that there is more than seven different Arabic Qurans , and none of them is from the time of Uthman (the third Muslim caliph).  They debunk the claim of Muslims that the Quran has been preserved,never been created and can't be changed;(Q 85:22,15:9).  In the time of Uthman; one Quran copy,  in the Qurashi dialect,  was chosen and all other copies were collected and burned.  Listen to hear more details concerning the subject. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Al Fadi discusses what  the believers reaction should be  towards rioting.  He says that we should not take sides, but think of people who are created in God's image. TheBible does not codon riots, in fact the Bible mentions that Paul faced riots because of his message, Acts 19: 23-41,  which stirred up jealousy and riots.  The reason was that Paul's new message was going to disturb the idol worshipers business .  Our responsibility as believers is to share the good news and pray for people who are involved and those in authority, 1 Tim. 2: 1-3.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Al Fadi and Jay Smith are answering several questions from - the material that Dan Gibson did introducing that the Qibla was originally in Petra,Jordan not Mecca ,Saudi Arabia. To- The Madina charter(agreement) articles, where Muhammad demanded that every non Muslim sign especially the Jews; who refused. They also talked about the standardization  of the Quranic text from 1924-1985.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Al Fadi continues his teaching about being the church from last time using Colossians 3:12-17. How to behave in kindness, humility, gentleness and patience, first towards one another as believers and then towards non believers to bring glory to God.  Take advantage to share the peace of Christ with others in the middle of the uncertain times we are in. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Al Fadi continues his series on how to respond to crisis as Christians; 5. By giving to the needy brothers and sisters in the lord (1 john 3:17).  6. Remain connected to the body of Christ; being isolated is dangerous; and there is a lot of ways to stay connected on line.  7. Be the church; remember we need to be the salt and light of the world.  People are more open to listen to the message in time of crisis. "The greatest testimony are Christians who love the world the way God loved them; Al said". John 3:16, 1 john 4: 9.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

      Al Fadi gives some ministry updates on social media, for example ; You tube   cirainternational live streams.  He continues to share two more ways christians should    respond to a crisis:  3. Placing the interest of others ahead of ours, Philippians 2:3-4.  4. Buying what we need, and trusting that God will supply our needs: Matthew 6:33.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Al Fadi shares what our reaction should be as christian believers in times of crisis as Covid 19 for example in the age of social media where news spread fast. 1. Not to promote fake news,Proverbs 11:14, ask yourself what good sharing that news? Philippians 4:8 talks about thinking about what is true,honorable,just,lovely and excellent. Our reaction impact others.  2. We must not let fear rule over us, because others are watching us. Isaiah 41:10 and 2 Timothy 1:7 talks about the right reaction is not fear.  Isaiah 26: 3 says that God will keep us in perfect peace if we are trusting the Lord.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Al Fadi continues today's show by picking up from last week's final post discussion of Islamic dilemma; " The Quran speaks of a fake Jesus who is called"Isa",yet he is not the son of God". This Isa is not the Jesus of the bible, Al tries to explain why.  Next he discusses two posts about why Muhammad is not in heaven,ie: in the hell fire now. Reason number one is he denied the only way to heaven,Jesus. Second,he broke every commandment and Jesus said in Mt 13:41 that law breakers will be thrown into hell.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Al Fadi discusses four posts today: 1. The dilemma of Islamic counterfeits on 3/6/20;" The Quran speaks of a cross that is counterfeit! The one who died on it is unknown and was used as a replacement for The REAL JESUS to deceive humanity! 2.The dilemma of Islamic Archaeology,3/4/20; " can any of our Muslim friends present a SINGLE archaeological proof that MUHAMMAD is buried in his alledged grave in Medina! 3. Jesus exposes Mohammad, John 8:44. 4. The dilemma of Islamic counterfeit; The Quran speaks of a fake Jesus it calls him Issa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.