A Refugee’s Story of Jesus, Unconditional Love, and Culture Change in the Middle East

Episode 19 November 30, 2021 01:33:21
A Refugee’s Story of Jesus, Unconditional Love, and Culture Change in the Middle East
All That To Say
A Refugee’s Story of Jesus, Unconditional Love, and Culture Change in the Middle East

Nov 30 2021 | 01:33:21

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Show Notes

The guest for this episode is a Jordanian refugee we call “Samir.” After converting to Christianity as a teenager, he was questioned by the secret police and forced to flee the 97% Sunni Muslim country because of threats to his life and his family. In this in-depth conversation, Samir discussed his experience of how 14 centuries of culture, poverty, and ignorance have fed a distorted view of God that has led to suffering, hate, and war. 

He also reflects on the American intervention in Afghanistan, how the figure of Jesus is perceived by other religions in the Middle East, and how the Christian ideals of human dignity, human rights, and freedom have the potential to change a centuries-old culture of fear. As Samir says, “Christianity is the only faith in the word that tells people, ‘I don't care about your performance. I love you regardless of your performance.’”

Hosted by: Jim Lyon

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