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From Christianity, I'm Thinking About Embracing Islam

Assalamu alaikum, everyone. I was brought up as a Christian, but I drifted from my church for a while because of some painful issues-like drama and inappropriate behavior involving minors-that made it really hard for me to keep attending. I know that's just one church, but it left me feeling lost for years, searching for deeper meaning. After reconnecting with God, reading the Bible, and practicing prostration in prayer over the past year, I've finally found happiness and a strong love for speaking to the Almighty. Lately, I've been questioning some man-made doctrines, especially the teaching that we should call Jesus (peace be upon him) God, when Christian theology says God is indivisible and absolutely One. When I ask about this without revealing my background, I often get responses that treat me like a non-believer or warn me I'll perish if I don't understand-which honestly doesn't sit right with me. Also, many Christians don't believe that a good heart or deeds alone can save you, especially if someone never truly knew God. But I feel differently. From Jesus' teachings, it seems unfair that everyone who doesn't accept him as God would be doomed, even those who love God. What draws me to Islam is the idea that deeds are weighed, the heart is judged, and even those who knew God but only met a distorted version of the truth might still be saved. That feels more just and compassionate, no matter how Islam is sometimes portrayed. I'd love to hear from reverts about what helped them decide, or from Muslims who've studied Christianity. The biggest challenge for me is accepting a new prophet not mentioned in the Bible, since I grew up with Jesus, which makes faith in him a bit easier. JazakAllah khair for any insights.

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JazakAllah for sharing sis. Your point about distorted truth really resonates-Allah judges what’s in the hearts. May He make your path easy. Read about the prophets and you'll see the chain.

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As someone who studied both, the Quran’s consistency amazed me. No man-made alterations. And the justice you mentioned? It's central to Islam. Allah is Most Merciful, Most Just. Keep seeking!

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