Assalamu alaikum - I'm worried about a dear friend who isn't Muslim
Assalamu alaikum, alhamdulillah I was born Muslim but I haven't always been practicing. I used to be in a haram relationship that has since ended, though we stayed friends. We no longer meet in person, but we talk on the phone a lot. I care for him deeply as a friend and I sincerely wish he would embrace Islam. The thought of him facing punishment in the hereafter makes me tear up. Even if I don't see a future together either way, I really want him to reach Jannah. I'm looking for gentle, practical advice on how to encourage him toward Islam without sounding pushy or like I'm preaching. He has noticed changes in me - I'm calmer, kinder, and living healthier - but that hasn't been enough to motivate him. How can I share my faith in a soft, respectful way that might open his heart? Any tips or personal experiences would mean a lot. Jazakum Allah khair.