Tag: Muslim background believers

Concerned at spread of Christianity, Iran questions citizens about conversion

Originally published in Christianity Today Iran’s intelligence minister, Mahmoud Mahmoud Alavi, openly expressed concern last weekend about the spread of Christianity in the Islamic republic and said that some converts to Christianity were “summoned” to explain why they have converted. The 65-year-old Alavi gave a speech before Shia clerics on […]

Muslim woman finds her ‘dream church’

Originally published in God Reports On the verge of a nervous breakdown, Fatima* cried out to God to reveal Himself to her. Growing up in a strict Muslim home had led her to the point of extreme depression and anxiety. What happened that night launched her on a journey toward […]

Iranian youth converting to Christianity despite Islamic persecution, indoctrination

Originally published in The Christian Post The massive rise of Christianity in Iran, especially among youths, continues despite the Islamic government’s efforts to suppress the faith. Even Islamic leaders admitted that more and more young people are choosing to follow Christ. According to Mohabat News, which reports on the persecution […]

A Narrow Path — Movie review

Movie Review by Andre Viljoen Eighty six per cent of Muslims worldwide don’t know one follower of Jesus, says one of many experts on Muslim background believers, featured in A Narrow Path a documentary movie by adventurous filmmakers Jeff and Anneen Davies. The movie, which premieres in Cape Town tomorrow (May 5 […]