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Followers of Jesus are encouraged to read scriptures of other religions in order to understand and love the people around them.
Key Points:
- Don’t look to these texts for spiritual wisdom or insight. But it’s good to have a working knowledge of other people’s beliefs. (Proverbs 4:7.)
- Simply reading the Quran won’t be the ultimate thing to lead someone to Christ. The work of the Holy Spirit is the key to any person’s salvation.
- As Christians, our job is to speak the truth in love with the people around us. Reading sections of another person’s scripture may be seen as a loving gesture, and it may give you insight for speaking the truth. (Ephesians 4:13.)
Quote This:
Proverbs 4:7 Getting wisdom is the wisest thing you can do! And whatever else you do, develop good judgment.
Talk About It
- What is your initial reaction to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Have you ever read the Quran? If so, what did you learn? If not, why not?
- Read Proverbs 4:7. Where does wisdom come from? How do books written by humans add to or take away from wisdom?
- What are the basic beliefs of Muslims? What are the basic beliefs of Christians? Are these belief systems compatible? Explain.
- Read Ephesians 4:13. What does it mean to “speak the truth in love”? How have Christians violated this principle in the case of Muslims?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
