Akifah Baxter, a former Christian living in America. One day he walks to the bookstore. He is looking for a book that can guide him. Then he found a book about Islam, which then changed his entire spiritual outlook. Baxter is not an atheist. He believes in the existence of God, but he seeks the right path to reach that truth. He revolves around the search for truth that led him to embrace Islam.
I am always aware of the existence of God. I always felt that He was there. Sometimes the feeling is far away, and I often ignore it. But I can never deny this knowledge. Therefore, throughout my life, I am constantly searching for the truth about His plan.
I attended many studies in church. I listen, pray, discuss with people from all different religions. But there always seems to be something that I do not think is right. Confusing. Like there is something missing.
In the past, I often heard people say to me, "Yes, I believe in God, but I have no religion. And I think they're all wrong. "
This is what I really feel. However, I do not want to let this curiosity go then just accept a belief (religion) just like that. I know if God really exists, He will not leave us without direction, or even get lost. There must be a real step in finding the true religion. And I have to find it.
The various Christian churches where I concentrated on seeking the truth, because I was only in that neighborhood-indeed, there seems to be truth in some of their teachings. However, there are so many different views. So many contradictory teachings on basic things such as how to pray, pray to whom, who will be "saved" and who is not, and what one should do to "be saved". It seems so convoluted. I felt almost surrendered.
I have just visited a church that recognizes the existence of God and the purpose of human existence. But his teachings left a deeply stretched frustration. I'm really frustrated because what they teach is not a truth.
One day, I went to a bookstore. I browsed the genre of religious books. As I stood there, I sneaked my eyes on the composition of the book. I see most of them are Christian books. It suddenly crossed my mind whether this store had any books about Islam.
I realize there are hardly any books on Islam here. But when I picked up one of the Islamic books-just out of curiosity-turned out to get me excited about what I was reading. The first thing that fascinated me was the statement 'There is no true God except God,' He has no partners or allies, and all prayer and worship are directed only to Him alone. This statement seemed so simple, but the message was so strong that I immediately caught the message.
From there I began to read everything about Islam. Everything I read is really satisfying and I can understand (logically). It was as if all these pieces of the puzzle were answered perfectly, and the clear picture was so real.
I was so excited, my heart pounding every time, every time I read everything about Islam. Later, when I read the Qur'an, I felt like I really got a great blessing to be able to read this book. (After reading it) I am absolutely convinced that this book came directly from God through His Messenger ﷺ.
This is the truth. I feel like I've been a Muslim all along, I just do not realize it. Now I started my life as a Muslim. I felt the peace and security after knowing what I was learning was the ultimate truth that would bring me closer to God. May Allah guard and guide me.
Lesson:
First: There are some Muslims who are disappointed with the civilization of Muslims who are left behind than the western world. But, on the other hand they are also stuck in the backwardness. As westerners begin to believe that the universe is governing, and leaving the agnostic (admitting God but not religious), these disillusioned people are just beginning to believe what westerners are beginning to doubt. Proverbial when people have become repentant thugs, he just started want to be a thug. People are not comfortable with agnostic, he instead wants to be agnostic.
Second: Truth is something that is sought and cultivated. We see the reality of many versions of Islam, so do not remain silent in the confusion and disillusionment of why Muslims are different. But continue to review Islam to meet the essential Islamic teachings. Allah ﷻ said,
"And those who are earnest for (seeking) Our sake, We will indeed show them Our paths. And verily Allah is with those who do good. "(Surah Al-'Ankabuut | Verse: 69).
Third: Read the Qur'an and its translation. And it would be better if accompanied by tafseer or ask the knowledgeable person.
Fourth: Very unfortunate, some people who are born as Muslims do not even study their religion. He thought being a Muslim was just flowing. May (lawful) and not (haram) be determined by feelings and experiences. Not based on the study of Islam.
Translated from:
- http://www.arabnews.com/islam-perspective/news/900221
By Nurfitri Hadi (@ nfhadi07)
Article www.KisahMuslim.com
I am always aware of the existence of God. I always felt that He was there. Sometimes the feeling is far away, and I often ignore it. But I can never deny this knowledge. Therefore, throughout my life, I am constantly searching for the truth about His plan.
I attended many studies in church. I listen, pray, discuss with people from all different religions. But there always seems to be something that I do not think is right. Confusing. Like there is something missing.
In the past, I often heard people say to me, "Yes, I believe in God, but I have no religion. And I think they're all wrong. "
This is what I really feel. However, I do not want to let this curiosity go then just accept a belief (religion) just like that. I know if God really exists, He will not leave us without direction, or even get lost. There must be a real step in finding the true religion. And I have to find it.
The various Christian churches where I concentrated on seeking the truth, because I was only in that neighborhood-indeed, there seems to be truth in some of their teachings. However, there are so many different views. So many contradictory teachings on basic things such as how to pray, pray to whom, who will be "saved" and who is not, and what one should do to "be saved". It seems so convoluted. I felt almost surrendered.
I have just visited a church that recognizes the existence of God and the purpose of human existence. But his teachings left a deeply stretched frustration. I'm really frustrated because what they teach is not a truth.
One day, I went to a bookstore. I browsed the genre of religious books. As I stood there, I sneaked my eyes on the composition of the book. I see most of them are Christian books. It suddenly crossed my mind whether this store had any books about Islam.
I realize there are hardly any books on Islam here. But when I picked up one of the Islamic books-just out of curiosity-turned out to get me excited about what I was reading. The first thing that fascinated me was the statement 'There is no true God except God,' He has no partners or allies, and all prayer and worship are directed only to Him alone. This statement seemed so simple, but the message was so strong that I immediately caught the message.
From there I began to read everything about Islam. Everything I read is really satisfying and I can understand (logically). It was as if all these pieces of the puzzle were answered perfectly, and the clear picture was so real.
I was so excited, my heart pounding every time, every time I read everything about Islam. Later, when I read the Qur'an, I felt like I really got a great blessing to be able to read this book. (After reading it) I am absolutely convinced that this book came directly from God through His Messenger ﷺ.
This is the truth. I feel like I've been a Muslim all along, I just do not realize it. Now I started my life as a Muslim. I felt the peace and security after knowing what I was learning was the ultimate truth that would bring me closer to God. May Allah guard and guide me.
Lesson:
First: There are some Muslims who are disappointed with the civilization of Muslims who are left behind than the western world. But, on the other hand they are also stuck in the backwardness. As westerners begin to believe that the universe is governing, and leaving the agnostic (admitting God but not religious), these disillusioned people are just beginning to believe what westerners are beginning to doubt. Proverbial when people have become repentant thugs, he just started want to be a thug. People are not comfortable with agnostic, he instead wants to be agnostic.
Second: Truth is something that is sought and cultivated. We see the reality of many versions of Islam, so do not remain silent in the confusion and disillusionment of why Muslims are different. But continue to review Islam to meet the essential Islamic teachings. Allah ﷻ said,
"And those who are earnest for (seeking) Our sake, We will indeed show them Our paths. And verily Allah is with those who do good. "(Surah Al-'Ankabuut | Verse: 69).
Third: Read the Qur'an and its translation. And it would be better if accompanied by tafseer or ask the knowledgeable person.
Fourth: Very unfortunate, some people who are born as Muslims do not even study their religion. He thought being a Muslim was just flowing. May (lawful) and not (haram) be determined by feelings and experiences. Not based on the study of Islam.
Translated from:
- http://www.arabnews.com/islam-perspective/news/900221
By Nurfitri Hadi (@ nfhadi07)
Article www.KisahMuslim.com
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