The document discusses how all prophets from Adam to Muhammad conveyed the same core message from God - that God is One and should be worshipped alone. It provides examples from the Bible and Quran supporting theological monotheism. The document suggests some Christian views of the Trinity contradict Biblical passages stating no one can see God. It encourages readers to sincerely consider this message and contact the author or local Islamic centers for more information if interested in learning more.
The document discusses how all prophets from Adam to Muhammad conveyed the same core message: that God is One and should be worshipped alone. It examines verses from the Bible and Quran confirming this message of monotheism. The document argues that the concept of the Trinity in Christianity contradicts the clear monotheistic teachings of these scriptures. It concludes by inviting sincere seekers of truth to consider accepting Islam as the final message from God.
BOOK DESCRIPTION--
To those who seek the truth sincerely,
honestly, and open-mindedly!
After the creation of Adam, just one
original message has been repeatedly
delivered to mankind throughout the
history of humanity.
Thus, to remind people about it and bring
them back on track, many prophets and
messengers including Adam, Noah,
Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad
were sent by the only true God to convey
this message:The true God is only ONE.
Worship Him ALONE and
keep His commandments.
The True God, The Creator
sent: to convey:
-Adam God is One
- Noah God is One
- Abraham God is One
- Moses God is One
- Jesus God is One
- Muhammad God is One
BOOK CONTENTS--
Pre-reading questions:
1. What is this ‘Just One Message’?
2. What does the Bible say about it?
3. What does the Qur’an say about it?
4. What is your opinion about it?
source: http://www.islamhouse.com/p/58117
This document is the introduction to a booklet titled "Just One Message!" that seeks to convey the singular message delivered by all prophets - that God is one and should be worshipped alone. It provides an overview of the booklet's contents and objectives to critically examine verses from the Bible and Quran regarding tawheed (monotheism). The author aims to demonstrate that both scriptures uphold the oneness of God and refute notions of a trinity. The document invites readers to thoughtfully consider this message and contact the author if interested in learning more about Islam.
This document discusses the "Just One Message" conveyed by all prophets throughout history - that God is one. It examines passages from the Bible and Quran confirming this message of God's oneness. The Old Testament, New Testament and Quran contain many verses affirming there is only one God, the Creator, and no other gods exist. The document concludes all prophets, including Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, Jesus and Muhammad preached this same message of monotheism.
The document discusses the "Just One Message" conveyed by prophets throughout history - that there is only one God worthy of worship. It presents verses from the Bible and Quran affirming God's oneness. The Old Testament declares God is one Lord, as does Jesus in the New Testament. The Quran strongly rejects associating any partners with God. While Christians claim God is three in one, the document argues this contradicts biblical verses saying no one has seen God. It concludes the oneness of God was the essential message of prophets, and believing in other deities provoked God's anger.
3. What is Foundational for Discipling Someone? KeynoteWilliam Anderson
This is the third of four sessions of our “Being and Making Disciples” workshop held in Săcele on September 1, 2012. In this session we answered the question “What is Foundational for Discipling Someone? by looking at what to do to help build a strong foundation in the life of those we disciple. The topics covered included looking the big picture, being vs doing, the gospel of Jesus, three main tools Jesus uses, it’s all about Jesus, our heart motivation and our new identity.
3. What is Foundational for Discipling Someone? PDFWilliam Anderson
This is the third of four sessions of our “Being and Making Disciples” workshop held in Săcele on September 1, 2012. In this session we answered the question “What is Foundational for Discipling Someone? by looking at what to do to help build a strong foundation in the life of those we disciple. The topics covered included looking the big picture, being vs doing, the gospel of Jesus, three main tools Jesus uses, it’s all about Jesus, our heart motivation and our new identity.
This document is a chapter from a book that discusses the nature of God in Christianity. It aims to present what the author found in their research of the Bible on this topic. The chapter asks several questions at the beginning to introduce the topics it will cover, such as whether God is one or three, if Jesus is equal to God, and if Jesus is the son of God. It then provides various verses from the Bible to analyze these questions. For example, it examines verses where Jesus distinguishes himself from God, says God is greater than him, and that he was sent by God. The chapter aims to use logic and reasoning to understand what the Bible actually says about if Jesus is God based on these verses. It concludes by
The document discusses how all prophets from Adam to Muhammad conveyed the same core message: that God is One and should be worshipped alone. It examines verses from the Bible and Quran confirming this message of monotheism. The document argues that the concept of the Trinity in Christianity contradicts the clear monotheistic teachings of these scriptures. It concludes by inviting sincere seekers of truth to consider accepting Islam as the final message from God.
BOOK DESCRIPTION--
To those who seek the truth sincerely,
honestly, and open-mindedly!
After the creation of Adam, just one
original message has been repeatedly
delivered to mankind throughout the
history of humanity.
Thus, to remind people about it and bring
them back on track, many prophets and
messengers including Adam, Noah,
Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad
were sent by the only true God to convey
this message:The true God is only ONE.
Worship Him ALONE and
keep His commandments.
The True God, The Creator
sent: to convey:
-Adam God is One
- Noah God is One
- Abraham God is One
- Moses God is One
- Jesus God is One
- Muhammad God is One
BOOK CONTENTS--
Pre-reading questions:
1. What is this ‘Just One Message’?
2. What does the Bible say about it?
3. What does the Qur’an say about it?
4. What is your opinion about it?
source: http://www.islamhouse.com/p/58117
This document is the introduction to a booklet titled "Just One Message!" that seeks to convey the singular message delivered by all prophets - that God is one and should be worshipped alone. It provides an overview of the booklet's contents and objectives to critically examine verses from the Bible and Quran regarding tawheed (monotheism). The author aims to demonstrate that both scriptures uphold the oneness of God and refute notions of a trinity. The document invites readers to thoughtfully consider this message and contact the author if interested in learning more about Islam.
This document discusses the "Just One Message" conveyed by all prophets throughout history - that God is one. It examines passages from the Bible and Quran confirming this message of God's oneness. The Old Testament, New Testament and Quran contain many verses affirming there is only one God, the Creator, and no other gods exist. The document concludes all prophets, including Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, Jesus and Muhammad preached this same message of monotheism.
The document discusses the "Just One Message" conveyed by prophets throughout history - that there is only one God worthy of worship. It presents verses from the Bible and Quran affirming God's oneness. The Old Testament declares God is one Lord, as does Jesus in the New Testament. The Quran strongly rejects associating any partners with God. While Christians claim God is three in one, the document argues this contradicts biblical verses saying no one has seen God. It concludes the oneness of God was the essential message of prophets, and believing in other deities provoked God's anger.
3. What is Foundational for Discipling Someone? KeynoteWilliam Anderson
This is the third of four sessions of our “Being and Making Disciples” workshop held in Săcele on September 1, 2012. In this session we answered the question “What is Foundational for Discipling Someone? by looking at what to do to help build a strong foundation in the life of those we disciple. The topics covered included looking the big picture, being vs doing, the gospel of Jesus, three main tools Jesus uses, it’s all about Jesus, our heart motivation and our new identity.
3. What is Foundational for Discipling Someone? PDFWilliam Anderson
This is the third of four sessions of our “Being and Making Disciples” workshop held in Săcele on September 1, 2012. In this session we answered the question “What is Foundational for Discipling Someone? by looking at what to do to help build a strong foundation in the life of those we disciple. The topics covered included looking the big picture, being vs doing, the gospel of Jesus, three main tools Jesus uses, it’s all about Jesus, our heart motivation and our new identity.
This document is a chapter from a book that discusses the nature of God in Christianity. It aims to present what the author found in their research of the Bible on this topic. The chapter asks several questions at the beginning to introduce the topics it will cover, such as whether God is one or three, if Jesus is equal to God, and if Jesus is the son of God. It then provides various verses from the Bible to analyze these questions. For example, it examines verses where Jesus distinguishes himself from God, says God is greater than him, and that he was sent by God. The chapter aims to use logic and reasoning to understand what the Bible actually says about if Jesus is God based on these verses. It concludes by
3. What is Foundational for Discipling Someone? Notes (A4)William Anderson
The document provides guidance on foundational principles for discipling someone. It emphasizes establishing the "big picture" of salvation history with Jesus at the center. When discipling others, the initial focus should be on "being" rather than "doing" - helping them understand their new identity in Christ through the gospel. This establishes the proper motivation from a transformed heart before exhorting good works. Key tools for growth are engaging with the word of God, prayer, and fellowship within the church community.
The document discusses how all prophets from Adam to Muhammad conveyed the same message from God - that God is One and should be worshipped alone. It provides verses from the Bible and Quran supporting theological monotheism. The document argues that Christianity's concept of the Trinity contradicts biblical verses stating no one can see God. It concludes that Islam is the true religion of all prophets, and that believing this message and all prophets, including Muhammad, is key to salvation.
3. What is Foundational for Discipling Someone? Notes (Letter Sized)William Anderson
This is the third of four sessions of our “Being and Making Disciples” workshop held in Săcele on September 1, 2012. In this session we answered the question “What is Foundational for Discipling Someone? by looking at what to do to help build a strong foundation in the life of those we disciple. The topics covered included looking the big picture, being vs doing, the gospel of Jesus, three main tools Jesus uses, it’s all about Jesus, our heart motivation and our new identity.
BOOK DESCRIPTION--
Please read the following
text carefully, critically, and
without any preconceptions!
Jesus said, “Seek the truth,
and the truth will set you free.”
As a seeker of the truth and a
student of life, and after many years of
observation, research and comparative
study, it appears to me that people often
base their beliefs and judgments on weak,
sandy foundations, rather than on the solid
foundation of rock that Jesus
recommended.
Concerning the topic at hand, I have
noticed some major differences between
what is commonly and officially
understood about God in Christianity, and
what the Bible itself states!
In this booklet, I would like to share
with you -out of love and concern- what I
have noticed and learned throughmy
continuous journey of research, analysis,
and study.
The intent of this work is to
honestly and sincerely present the truth
that I found, not to hurt the feelings of
anyone.
Now let us turn to discuss some
issues and questions concerning the nature
of God in Christianity, namely the Trinity
and divinity of Jesus.
source file: http://www.islamhouse.com/p/60614
BOOK CONTENTS--
1. What is the nature of God in Christianity?
2. Is God one or three (Trinity)?
3. Is Jesus equal with God?
4. Is Jesus God or part of God?
5. Is Jesus a son of man or son of God?
6. So, who is Jesus really?
7. What is your opinion?
This document discusses what it takes to grow spiritually and become a disciple of Christ. It defines spiritual maturity as being like Christ and outlines several core habits that are necessary for growth, including reading the Bible, prayer, fellowship, service, and stewardship. The document emphasizes that spiritual growth is a process that requires discipline and training oneself, not just the passage of time. Becoming a disciple means daily carrying one's cross by adopting spiritual disciplines. The ultimate purpose of growing as a disciple is to walk in God's love and experience his presence.
This lesson explains some key principles of salvation:
1) God shows us mercy when we are not given what we deserve for our sins, and grace when we are given what we don't deserve, which is salvation through Jesus' sacrifice.
2) The Apostle Paul describes how we were without God before salvation and what God has done to save us through Jesus.
3) God's principle of substitution is that Jesus died as a substitute for our sins, as seen when God covered Adam and Eve with animal skins and during the Passover sacrifice, to save us through His love rather than our own merit.
4) True Christianity teaches that only what Christ has done can make us acceptable to God, not anything we
Lesson 6 - Relating to the Holy SpiritDanny Medina
The document discusses the importance of relating to the Holy Spirit as a person rather than just an influence, as he is God. It outlines several key points about the Holy Spirit, including that he lives in believers as his temple, seals them as God's children, has a plan for their lives and intercedes for them in prayer. The Holy Spirit also baptizes believers into the body of Christ and wants to use them to testify about Jesus and utilize their spiritual gifts.
This document provides an overview of a tool for church discipleship. It discusses the need for both personal and corporate discipleship to help Christians grow in maturity and fruitfulness. The personal model of discipleship involves four components: focusing on God's word, making a commitment, modeling godly behavior, and providing individual attention. The goal of discipleship is to help believers progress from spiritual childhood to adulthood and produce spiritual reproduction through evangelism.
This document outlines several preconditions that must be agreed to for properly studying the Bible. It discusses that there must be a belief in God as the metaphysical precondition. Miracles as the supernatural precondition are possible if God exists. Revelation from God is also necessary and can come through general, special, and ontological means, though humans often deny it. Truth is another important epistemological precondition, with Jesus and God's word serving as the absolute standards of truth.
This document provides an overview of a study about God organized into 5 lessons: 1) The Existence of God, 2) The Nature of God, 3) The Names of God, 4) The Trinity of God, and 5) The Attributes of God. It discusses proofs for God's existence including cause and effect, design in the universe, and the idea of perfection. God's nature is described as creator, all-powerful, all-knowing, holy, a spirit, and a loving father. Various names of God are explained like Elohim, Jehovah, and compound names revealing aspects like provider, banner, righteousness, shepherd, peace, and healer. The Trinity of God is supported
The document discusses the principles of anointing according to the Bible. It provides several key points about anointing: (1) Anointing demands holiness of heart and righteousness of life, devotion to God's word, and absolute obedience to the Holy Spirit. (2) In the New Testament, the most common Greek word for anointing is "Christ," referring to Jesus as the anointed one. (3) All Christians are anointed with the Holy Spirit, and this anointing helps believers not be misled by false prophets or teachings about Christ.
Some notes from recent teaching sessions - they are aimed at giving more of a background / preparatory idea about how a person might move into a position to be "anointed" by God.
This document provides a summary of the contents of an English translation of the Quran. It includes a table of contents that lists each of the 114 chapters (surahs) of the Quran by name and page number. It also includes information on the publisher and date of publication. Additionally, it provides a section that divides the Quran into 30 portions (juz) for ease of reading or memorization. The document aims to help readers navigate and understand the organization of the Quran.
Ameen Qaderi's media product uses conventions of real music magazines by including elements like images, fonts, and styles seen in product research. It represents the target audience identified through market research - teenagers aged 16-35. A publishing house like IPC Media would be a suitable distributor as the magazine has a similar style to titles like Uncut but also aims to attract a younger audience. The product was designed to attract this audience through high contrast colors, less formal designs, and chatty language on the front cover. Creating the product developed Ameen's skills with technologies like Photoshop, Google Blogger, Slideshare, and digital cameras.
This document provides a summary of the contents of a book that aims to provide a brief guide to understanding Islam. It outlines the chapters and topics that will be covered, including evidence for the truth of Islam such as scientific miracles in the Quran, prophecies about Muhammad, and the phenomenal growth of Islam despite facing adversity. It also previews discussions of Islamic beliefs, benefits of Islam, pillars of practice, and answers to frequently asked questions about topics such as women, justice, terrorism, and Jesus.
The document discusses the nature of God in Christianity, specifically addressing questions about whether God is one or three (the Trinity) and whether Jesus is God or part of God. It presents passages from the Bible that seem to distinguish Jesus from God, such as Jesus saying "There is none good but one, that is, God" and referring to God as "the only true God." The document aims to analyze these passages critically and determine what conclusions can be drawn about whether Jesus is described as God or as separate from God in the Bible.
The document discusses the history of chocolate, from its origins in Mesoamerica to its popularity in Europe. It details how the Maya and Aztecs cultivated the cocoa bean and used it in drinks. The Spanish conquest brought cocoa and chocolate drinks to Europe in the 16th century, where it became a popular luxury item. Over time, chocolate became more widely consumed as the process for making chocolate bars was developed.
This document provides an introduction and table of contents for a book about the Prophet Muhammad. It discusses how Muslims consider the Prophet to be the greatest individual in history due to his excellent character, ethics, humility as a leader, concern for others, and devotion to worshipping God. It also shares an anecdote from a non-Muslim scholar who recognized the Prophet's greatness due to these qualities he possessed all at once, such as being a leader who lived in poverty and preferred peace.
The document discusses how all prophets from Adam to Muhammad conveyed the same core message: that God is One and should be worshipped alone. It examines verses from the Bible and Quran confirming this message of monotheism. The document argues that the concept of the Trinity in Christianity contradicts the clear monotheistic teachings of these scriptures. It concludes by inviting sincere seekers of truth to consider accepting Islam as the final message from God.
This document discusses the "Just One Message" that has been conveyed throughout history by prophets including Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad. The one message is that God is One and should be worshipped alone without any partners. The document examines passages from the Bible and Quran that affirm the oneness of God. It argues that believing God is three-in-one or associating other divine beings with God contradicts the clear monotheistic message found in the holy scriptures. In conclusion, it reiterates that all major religious texts confirm there is only one God, and any supposed deities besides the one God are false beliefs.
After the creation of Adam, just one original message has been repeatedly delivered to mankind throughout the history of humanity.
Thus, to remind people about it and bring them back on track, many prophets and messengers including Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad were sent by the only true God to convey this message :
The true God is only ONE.
Worship Him ALONE and
keep His commandments
| Book | Just One Message | Dr. Naji I. Arfaj | Page 5 |
Just One Message : is a book to those who seek the truth sincerely, honestly, and open-mindedly.
3. What is Foundational for Discipling Someone? Notes (A4)William Anderson
The document provides guidance on foundational principles for discipling someone. It emphasizes establishing the "big picture" of salvation history with Jesus at the center. When discipling others, the initial focus should be on "being" rather than "doing" - helping them understand their new identity in Christ through the gospel. This establishes the proper motivation from a transformed heart before exhorting good works. Key tools for growth are engaging with the word of God, prayer, and fellowship within the church community.
The document discusses how all prophets from Adam to Muhammad conveyed the same message from God - that God is One and should be worshipped alone. It provides verses from the Bible and Quran supporting theological monotheism. The document argues that Christianity's concept of the Trinity contradicts biblical verses stating no one can see God. It concludes that Islam is the true religion of all prophets, and that believing this message and all prophets, including Muhammad, is key to salvation.
3. What is Foundational for Discipling Someone? Notes (Letter Sized)William Anderson
This is the third of four sessions of our “Being and Making Disciples” workshop held in Săcele on September 1, 2012. In this session we answered the question “What is Foundational for Discipling Someone? by looking at what to do to help build a strong foundation in the life of those we disciple. The topics covered included looking the big picture, being vs doing, the gospel of Jesus, three main tools Jesus uses, it’s all about Jesus, our heart motivation and our new identity.
BOOK DESCRIPTION--
Please read the following
text carefully, critically, and
without any preconceptions!
Jesus said, “Seek the truth,
and the truth will set you free.”
As a seeker of the truth and a
student of life, and after many years of
observation, research and comparative
study, it appears to me that people often
base their beliefs and judgments on weak,
sandy foundations, rather than on the solid
foundation of rock that Jesus
recommended.
Concerning the topic at hand, I have
noticed some major differences between
what is commonly and officially
understood about God in Christianity, and
what the Bible itself states!
In this booklet, I would like to share
with you -out of love and concern- what I
have noticed and learned throughmy
continuous journey of research, analysis,
and study.
The intent of this work is to
honestly and sincerely present the truth
that I found, not to hurt the feelings of
anyone.
Now let us turn to discuss some
issues and questions concerning the nature
of God in Christianity, namely the Trinity
and divinity of Jesus.
source file: http://www.islamhouse.com/p/60614
BOOK CONTENTS--
1. What is the nature of God in Christianity?
2. Is God one or three (Trinity)?
3. Is Jesus equal with God?
4. Is Jesus God or part of God?
5. Is Jesus a son of man or son of God?
6. So, who is Jesus really?
7. What is your opinion?
This document discusses what it takes to grow spiritually and become a disciple of Christ. It defines spiritual maturity as being like Christ and outlines several core habits that are necessary for growth, including reading the Bible, prayer, fellowship, service, and stewardship. The document emphasizes that spiritual growth is a process that requires discipline and training oneself, not just the passage of time. Becoming a disciple means daily carrying one's cross by adopting spiritual disciplines. The ultimate purpose of growing as a disciple is to walk in God's love and experience his presence.
This lesson explains some key principles of salvation:
1) God shows us mercy when we are not given what we deserve for our sins, and grace when we are given what we don't deserve, which is salvation through Jesus' sacrifice.
2) The Apostle Paul describes how we were without God before salvation and what God has done to save us through Jesus.
3) God's principle of substitution is that Jesus died as a substitute for our sins, as seen when God covered Adam and Eve with animal skins and during the Passover sacrifice, to save us through His love rather than our own merit.
4) True Christianity teaches that only what Christ has done can make us acceptable to God, not anything we
Lesson 6 - Relating to the Holy SpiritDanny Medina
The document discusses the importance of relating to the Holy Spirit as a person rather than just an influence, as he is God. It outlines several key points about the Holy Spirit, including that he lives in believers as his temple, seals them as God's children, has a plan for their lives and intercedes for them in prayer. The Holy Spirit also baptizes believers into the body of Christ and wants to use them to testify about Jesus and utilize their spiritual gifts.
This document provides an overview of a tool for church discipleship. It discusses the need for both personal and corporate discipleship to help Christians grow in maturity and fruitfulness. The personal model of discipleship involves four components: focusing on God's word, making a commitment, modeling godly behavior, and providing individual attention. The goal of discipleship is to help believers progress from spiritual childhood to adulthood and produce spiritual reproduction through evangelism.
This document outlines several preconditions that must be agreed to for properly studying the Bible. It discusses that there must be a belief in God as the metaphysical precondition. Miracles as the supernatural precondition are possible if God exists. Revelation from God is also necessary and can come through general, special, and ontological means, though humans often deny it. Truth is another important epistemological precondition, with Jesus and God's word serving as the absolute standards of truth.
This document provides an overview of a study about God organized into 5 lessons: 1) The Existence of God, 2) The Nature of God, 3) The Names of God, 4) The Trinity of God, and 5) The Attributes of God. It discusses proofs for God's existence including cause and effect, design in the universe, and the idea of perfection. God's nature is described as creator, all-powerful, all-knowing, holy, a spirit, and a loving father. Various names of God are explained like Elohim, Jehovah, and compound names revealing aspects like provider, banner, righteousness, shepherd, peace, and healer. The Trinity of God is supported
The document discusses the principles of anointing according to the Bible. It provides several key points about anointing: (1) Anointing demands holiness of heart and righteousness of life, devotion to God's word, and absolute obedience to the Holy Spirit. (2) In the New Testament, the most common Greek word for anointing is "Christ," referring to Jesus as the anointed one. (3) All Christians are anointed with the Holy Spirit, and this anointing helps believers not be misled by false prophets or teachings about Christ.
Some notes from recent teaching sessions - they are aimed at giving more of a background / preparatory idea about how a person might move into a position to be "anointed" by God.
This document provides a summary of the contents of an English translation of the Quran. It includes a table of contents that lists each of the 114 chapters (surahs) of the Quran by name and page number. It also includes information on the publisher and date of publication. Additionally, it provides a section that divides the Quran into 30 portions (juz) for ease of reading or memorization. The document aims to help readers navigate and understand the organization of the Quran.
Ameen Qaderi's media product uses conventions of real music magazines by including elements like images, fonts, and styles seen in product research. It represents the target audience identified through market research - teenagers aged 16-35. A publishing house like IPC Media would be a suitable distributor as the magazine has a similar style to titles like Uncut but also aims to attract a younger audience. The product was designed to attract this audience through high contrast colors, less formal designs, and chatty language on the front cover. Creating the product developed Ameen's skills with technologies like Photoshop, Google Blogger, Slideshare, and digital cameras.
This document provides a summary of the contents of a book that aims to provide a brief guide to understanding Islam. It outlines the chapters and topics that will be covered, including evidence for the truth of Islam such as scientific miracles in the Quran, prophecies about Muhammad, and the phenomenal growth of Islam despite facing adversity. It also previews discussions of Islamic beliefs, benefits of Islam, pillars of practice, and answers to frequently asked questions about topics such as women, justice, terrorism, and Jesus.
The document discusses the nature of God in Christianity, specifically addressing questions about whether God is one or three (the Trinity) and whether Jesus is God or part of God. It presents passages from the Bible that seem to distinguish Jesus from God, such as Jesus saying "There is none good but one, that is, God" and referring to God as "the only true God." The document aims to analyze these passages critically and determine what conclusions can be drawn about whether Jesus is described as God or as separate from God in the Bible.
The document discusses the history of chocolate, from its origins in Mesoamerica to its popularity in Europe. It details how the Maya and Aztecs cultivated the cocoa bean and used it in drinks. The Spanish conquest brought cocoa and chocolate drinks to Europe in the 16th century, where it became a popular luxury item. Over time, chocolate became more widely consumed as the process for making chocolate bars was developed.
This document provides an introduction and table of contents for a book about the Prophet Muhammad. It discusses how Muslims consider the Prophet to be the greatest individual in history due to his excellent character, ethics, humility as a leader, concern for others, and devotion to worshipping God. It also shares an anecdote from a non-Muslim scholar who recognized the Prophet's greatness due to these qualities he possessed all at once, such as being a leader who lived in poverty and preferred peace.
The document discusses how all prophets from Adam to Muhammad conveyed the same core message: that God is One and should be worshipped alone. It examines verses from the Bible and Quran confirming this message of monotheism. The document argues that the concept of the Trinity in Christianity contradicts the clear monotheistic teachings of these scriptures. It concludes by inviting sincere seekers of truth to consider accepting Islam as the final message from God.
This document discusses the "Just One Message" that has been conveyed throughout history by prophets including Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad. The one message is that God is One and should be worshipped alone without any partners. The document examines passages from the Bible and Quran that affirm the oneness of God. It argues that believing God is three-in-one or associating other divine beings with God contradicts the clear monotheistic message found in the holy scriptures. In conclusion, it reiterates that all major religious texts confirm there is only one God, and any supposed deities besides the one God are false beliefs.
After the creation of Adam, just one original message has been repeatedly delivered to mankind throughout the history of humanity.
Thus, to remind people about it and bring them back on track, many prophets and messengers including Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad were sent by the only true God to convey this message :
The true God is only ONE.
Worship Him ALONE and
keep His commandments
| Book | Just One Message | Dr. Naji I. Arfaj | Page 5 |
Just One Message : is a book to those who seek the truth sincerely, honestly, and open-mindedly.
The document provides information about God from a biblical perspective. It begins with instructions for a Bible study on the topic of "What does the Bible say about God?" It includes a memory verse, sample scripture passages, and questions for reflection. The main part of the document covers a biblical survey of what the Bible teaches about the nature and character of God. It examines passages that affirm God as one being and three persons. It also looks at how the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit each have distinct roles and activities according to the plan of redemption. The purpose is to understand what God has revealed about himself in Scripture.
This document provides background information and the author's perspective on understanding the nature of God. It begins by describing the author's confusion as a missionary in explaining the concept of the Trinity to local religious leaders. This prompted a 20-year search for understanding. The author believes God is one Being manifest in three personal forms: God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. While distinct, they are united in purpose and derive from one eternal Spirit. The author seeks to resolve perceived contradictions in scripture and reconcile the oneness of God with references to the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The goal is to better understand and teach the nature of God and bring people to a knowledge of the true God and Jesus
Christian Apologetics: Answering the Hard Questions: Notes and Power Pointevidenceforchristianity
Here are 3 key passages that show Jesus is fully God:
1. Jesus is called God. In Hebrews 1:8, God says to the Son, "Your throne, O God, will last for ever and ever."
2. Jesus possesses the divine attributes. In John 1:1-3, Jesus is identified as the eternal Word who was with God in the beginning and through whom all things were created. This shows Jesus shares in God's divine nature and attributes.
3. Jesus claims full equality with God. In John 10:30, Jesus declares, "I and the Father are one." His Jewish opponents understood this as a claim to full deity, which is why they tried to stone Him for bl
This document discusses the Christian doctrine of the Holy Trinity from an Islamic perspective. It makes the following key points:
1. Christianity believes in one God who exists in three persons - the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. This is not a contradiction to monotheism according to the document.
2. The Quran acknowledges Christian monotheism and references the Holy Trinity in the same way Christians understand it - as God, His Word, and His Spirit.
3. The names "Father", "Son", and "Holy Spirit" do not imply physical procreation or relationships, but rather spiritual concepts about the nature and attributes of God.
The document discusses the nature of God in Christianity by analyzing what the Bible says about key topics like the Trinity, divinity of Jesus, and equality between God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. It presents evidence from biblical passages that God is one, not three, Jesus is not equal to God and referred to himself as lesser, and there were other "sons of God" mentioned besides Jesus. This leads to the question of who Jesus really was - the document suggests he was a man approved by God based on biblical references to him as the "son of man."
This document provides an overview of the study of God based on Core Faith Lesson Three from Dr. James F. Davis. It discusses two sources of knowledge about God - natural revelation through creation and special revelation through the Bible and Jesus Christ. It also examines the names of God in the Bible, God's attributes, and provides an introduction to the concept of the Trinity, defining it as one God in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The document uses various biblical passages and illustrations like a three-leaf clover to help explain these concepts. It concludes with discussion questions related to what can be known about God from creation, the names and attributes of God, and the doctrine of the Trinity.
The document discusses key differences between Mormon and traditional Christian beliefs regarding the nature of God, Jesus Christ, salvation, and the Bible. It provides quotes from Mormon and Christian sources about their differing views. Mormons believe God was once a man who progressed to godhood, Jesus and Satan are spirit brothers, and the Bible is not inerrant. Christians believe in the Trinity, that Jesus is fully God and man, and that the Bible is the inspired, infallible word of God.
The document discusses key differences between Mormonism and traditional Christianity on important doctrinal issues like the nature of God, Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, the Bible, and salvation. It provides scriptural support from both the Bible and Mormon texts for the differing Mormon and Christian views on these topics.
The document discusses the biblical doctrine of the Godhead or Trinity. It explains that the Bible teaches there is one God but that God exists as three distinct persons - Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Each person is fully God yet distinct from one another. The document provides many biblical examples and passages to support this view, such as Jesus being present at creation in Ephesians 3:9 and God using "us" in Genesis when deciding to create man. It also discusses attributes like omnipresence, omnipotence, and holiness that are shared by all three persons of the Godhead.
The document provides a historical overview of the development of the doctrine of the Trinity in the early Christian church. It discusses how the Old Testament affirms monotheism and how the New Testament presents God as Father, Son and Holy Spirit. It then describes how the early church councils at Nicaea in 325 AD and Constantinople in 381 AD formulated the doctrine of the Trinity, affirming the full deity of Father, Son and Holy Spirit as three persons in one God.
This document is a chapter from a book that discusses the nature of God in Christianity. It aims to present what the Bible says about whether God is one or three, and whether Jesus is God or a separate entity. The chapter examines several Bible passages and raises questions about whether they portray Jesus as distinct from God or as part of a Trinity. It argues that Jesus distinguished himself from God and was led, tempted, and commanded by God and the Spirit, which suggests he cannot be God.
This document discusses the doctrine of the Trinity through examining passages from the Heidelberg Catechism and Kevin DeYoung's book "The Good News We Almost Forgot." It explains that the Trinity refers to the one true God existing as three distinct persons - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Biblical evidence for each person of the Trinity is provided. While the Trinity is beyond human reason, it shows God's relational nature and how humans are made in His image to be relational beings.
This document provides copyright information for the book "To Moroni With Love" by J. Edward Decker, including the publisher, year of publication, and website addresses. It also contains a dedication to Walter Martin, descriptions of the book's contents, and an introduction outlining the author's challenge to readers to compare Mormonism and Christianity using the Bible. The introduction discusses key differences between the two faiths, such as Joseph Smith's First Vision, the nature of God, and the concept of salvation.
This class will examine the ways we can know who Jesus is by discussing the Doctrine of the Bible & Revelation. It will further develop the concepts of the origin of our mission and praxis as disciples of Jesus by looking at Jesus (Christology), His Mission/Our Mission (Missiology), & How this mission can be accomplished (Ecclesiology).
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This document outlines 10 reasons why the Christian doctrine of the Trinity is invalid. It argues that the Trinity was not mentioned in the Bible and was formulated over 200 years after Jesus by church leaders. Several prominent theologians and biblical references are cited stating there is no evidence of a Trinity in the original teachings and texts. Key verses used to support the Trinity, such as John 5:7-8 and Matthew 28:19, are analyzed and argued to not actually provide evidence for a three-in-one Godhead. The document concludes that a careful analysis of the Bible finds no legitimate evidence or support for the Trinity.
1) The document discusses the concept of general revelation and special revelation as two ways that God reveals himself to humanity.
2) General revelation refers to God communicating himself to all people in nature, history, and human conscience. Examples given include the natural world, the nation of Israel, and humanity being made in God's image.
3) Special revelation involves God directly revealing himself at specific times through prophets and scripture, such as God speaking to Moses from the burning bush and inspiring the authors of the Bible.
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This document provides a biography of Muhammad ibn Abdul-Wahhaab, an 18th century Islamic scholar from Najd, located in modern-day Saudi Arabia. It discusses his background growing up in Najd and provides context about the region prior to his birth. The author aims to present an impartial analysis of ibn Abdul-Wahhaab's life, teachings, and influence based on reliable historical sources, both Muslim and non-Muslim.
This document is an excerpt from a book titled "Why I Chose Islam" by Saalih al-Fawzaan that recounts the journey of a man named Thomas from Christianity to Islam. It describes how Thomas was raised Catholic but struggled with the Christian doctrine of the Holy Trinity, finding it illogical. When he discussed his doubts with religious leaders and scholars, they told him it was a matter of faith rather than reason. This caused Thomas further distress and led him to question other aspects of Christianity.
The original message of Christianity affirmed monotheism and proclaimed Jesus as a prophet. However, over time Christianity incorporated beliefs that deviated from monotheism, such as the divinity of Jesus as the son of God or part of a holy trinity. The document examines whether these current Christian beliefs are supported by the original teachings of Jesus in the Torah and Gospels or represent a divergence from the original message.
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This document provides a summary of the key beliefs and teachings of Islam according to the author. It discusses:
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4) Rejecting deviations from Islam and emphasizing correct beliefs and practices.
5) The importance of migration, Jihad for the spread of monotheism, and establishing Islamic communities and law.
This document provides an introduction and overview of the concept of God in major world religions according to Dr. Zakir Naik's book. It begins by defining religion and explaining that all major religions believe in a supreme divine authority. It then categorizes the world's religions into Semitic, non-Semitic, Aryan, and non-Aryan religions. The document focuses on analyzing the concept of God in Hinduism by examining verses from Hindu scriptures like the Bhagavad Gita and Upanishads that affirm the oneness of God, and comparing this concept to the Islamic concept of God.
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) is described through accounts of those who knew him personally. He adhered strictly to monotheism and forbade practices like gambling, drinking, and usury. He advocated for social justice, establishing rights for women, the poor, and former slaves. Though facing opposition, the Prophet responded to curses with prayer and kindness, exemplifying patience, humility and virtue in all his dealings.
This document introduces Islam as the solution to many of the problems facing modern society. It summarizes that despite technological advances, the world is experiencing tumultuous times with extreme wealth inequality, environmental destruction, and social issues like drug/alcohol abuse, violence, and family breakdown. It then explains how Islam provides remedies for these issues by prohibiting alcohol/drugs, interest-based lending, revealing dress, and promoting charity. The document argues Islam establishes a just economic system and moral code that protects society if fully implemented.
The document provides an overview of the true religion of God according to Islam. It discusses three key points:
1) The name of the religion, Islam, means submission to God and was chosen by God, unlike other religions whose names were given later by people.
2) Islam teaches a unique relationship between God, humanity, and creation with God as the sole creator and humanity's role as vicegerents submitting to God.
3) Islam is universally attainable by all people at all times, a requirement for a true religion from God.
The document argues these three points demonstrate why Islam's claim to be the true religion of God is valid according to logic and reason. It provides a high-
This document provides a summary of Islamic beliefs known as 'aqeedah according to the Ahlus Sunnah wal Jama'ah creed. It outlines the six main articles of faith: belief in Allah, His angels, His books, His messengers, the Last Day, and divine decree. It then elaborates on belief in Allah, describing His lordship, divinity, names and attributes, and oneness. It affirms Allah's complete power and knowledge as described in verses of the Quran.
The document provides instructions on how to become a Muslim by reciting the Shahadah, which declares belief that there is no deity but God, and Muhammad is His messenger. It explains the meaning of the Shahadah, emphasizing Tawheed (unity of God) and that all prophets called to this belief. One enters Islam by uttering the Shahadah with understanding of its meaning, believing God is the only one worthy of worship.
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Este documento descreve os detalhes de um novo projeto de construção de uma ponte. O projeto inclui a construção de uma grande ponte de concreto com 4 faixas de tráfego através de um rio largo para melhorar o tráfego entre duas cidades principais. O cronograma prevê o início da construção no próximo ano e a conclusão em 3 anos.
The document discusses the unity of prophethood across religions. It argues that the People of the Book (Jews and Christians) affirm that messenger prophets walked the earth in successive periods with messages from God. It cites Quranic verses indicating prophets like Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and others received revelation. The document argues this establishes prophethood as a concept and confirms Muhammad as a prophet, since his message was in line with prior revelations. It aims to show the oneness of the basic principles of prophethood across religions.
The document provides an introduction to analyzing the Quran from a scientific perspective. It discusses how the Quran contains descriptions of the sea that would not be expected from a desert dweller. It also notes that the Quran describes the smallest particle as being smaller than an atom, which was a novel concept centuries before modern discoveries. The document argues that analyzing the Quran scientifically is valid because, unlike other religious texts, it provides a way to test whether claims are wrong or right.
1. The document discusses the misconceptions around the terms "fundamentalist" and "terrorist" when used to describe Muslims.
2. It argues that being a fundamentalist of any faith means following its principles, and that Muslims should be fundamentalists who follow Islam's principles of peace, justice, and opposing oppression.
3. The document also argues that Islam was not spread by the sword, citing historians and pointing out that many non-Muslim populations remained in Muslim-ruled lands for centuries.
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Commentator: Pastor Osiel Gomes
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Mantra Yoga is an exact science. "Mananat trayate iti mantrah- by the Manana (constant thinking or recollection) of which one is protected or is released from the round of births and deaths, is Mantra." That is called Mantra by the meditation (Manana) on which the Jiva or the individual soul attains freedom from sin, enjoyment in heaven and final liberation, and by the aid of which it attains in full the fourfold fruit (Chaturvarga), i.e., Dharma, Artha, Kama and Moksha. A Mantra is so called because it is achieved by the mental process.
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The ability to control one's dreams or for the dreamer to be aware that he or she is dreaming. This process, called lucid dreaming, has some potential risks as well as many fascinating benefits. However, many people are hesitant to try it initially for fear of the potential dangers. This article aims to clarify these concerns by exploring both the risks and benefits of lucid dreaming.
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Physical Harm in Dreams Lucid dreaming is fundamentally safe. In a lucid dream, everything is a creation of your mind. Therefore, nothing in the dream can physically harm you. Despite the vividness and realness of the dream experience, it remains entirely within your mental landscape, posing no physical danger.
Mental Health Risks Concerns about developing PTSD or other mental illnesses from lucid dreaming are unfounded. As soon as you wake up, it's clear that the events experienced in the dream were not real. On the contrary, lucid dreaming is often seen as a therapeutic tool for conditions like PTSD, as it allows individuals to reframe and manage their thoughts.
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Mixing Dream Memories with Reality Long-term lucid dreamers might occasionally confuse dream memories with real ones, creating false memories. This issue is rare and preventable by maintaining a dream journal and avoiding lucid dreaming about real-life people or places too frequently.
Escapism Using lucid dreaming to escape reality can be problematic if it interferes with your daily life. While it is sometimes beneficial to escape and relieve the stress of reality, relying on lucid dreaming for happiness can hinder personal growth and productivity.
Feeling Tired After Lucid Dreaming Some people report feeling tired after lucid dreaming. This tiredness is not due to the dreams themselves but often results from not getting enough sleep or using techniques that disrupt sleep patterns. Taking breaks and ensuring adequate sleep can prevent this.
Mental Exhaustion Lucid dreaming can be mentally taxing if practiced excessively without breaks. It’s important to balance lucid dreaming with regular sleep to avoid mental fatigue.
Lucid dreaming is safe and beneficial if done with caution. It has many benefits, such as overcoming fear and improving mental health, and minimal risks. There are many resources and tutorials available for those interested in trying it.
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2. Just One Message!
Dedication
To those who seek the truth sincerely,
honestly, and open-mindedly!
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3. Just One Message!
Contents
Pre-reading Questions 4
Straight to the Point 5
The One God in the Bible 17
The Old Testament
The One God in the Bible 19
The New Testament
The One God in the Qur’an 21
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Conclusions
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4. Just One Message!
Pre-reading questions:
1. What is this ‘Just One Message’?
2. What does the Bible say about it?
3. What does the Qur’an say about it?
4. What is your opinion about it?
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5. Just One Message!
Straight to the point
A fter the creation of Adam, just one
original message has been repeatedly
delivered to mankind throughout the
history of humanity.
Thus, to remind people about it and bring
them back on track, many prophets and
messengers including Adam, Noah,
Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad
were sent by the only true God to convey
this message:
The true God is only ONE.
Worship Him ALONE and
keep His commandments.
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6. Just One Message!
The True God, The Creator
sent: to convey:
--------- Adam God is One
--------- Noah God is One
--------- Abraham God is One
--------- Moses God is One
--------- Jesus God is One
--------- Muhammad God is One
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7. Just One Message!
God sent these major prophets as
well as many other prophets and
messengers to accomplish several tasks
and missions, some of which are:
1) To receive guidance from God and
deliver it to people.
2) To convey the message that God is One.
3) To be role models to their people.
4) To instruct their people to fear God
and keep His commandments.
5) To teach their followers important
religious and moral tenets and worldly
matters.
6) To guide those who deviated, disobeyed
God, or worshipped other gods or idols.
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8. Just One Message!
7) To tell people about their final
destination (the Last Day) and what leads
to Paradise or Hellfire.
It is the same God who created
and sent those prophets and messengers.
He is the Creator of all humans, all
animals, and all objects. It is this ONE
TRUE GOD who created the whole
universe (including nature) and all it
contains. He is the Creator of life, death,
and life after death.
The Oneness of this true God, the
Creator, is clearly evident and easily
traceable in the holy scriptures of the
Jews, Christians, Muslims, and others.
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9. Just One Message!
Studying the concept of God in the
Bible and the Qur’an sincerely and
objectively, a sincere seeker of the truth
would be able to discern the unique
qualities belonging to the true God only.
Some of the qualities that
distinguish this only true God from
others who claim to be God are:
This true God is Creator, not created.
This true God is ONE, not three or
more! He has no partners nor equals.
This one true God is invisible; no one
can see Him in this life. He is not
physically manifested or incarnated in
other forms.
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10. Just One Message!
This one true God is eternal; He does
not die or change.
This one true God is not in need of
anyone like a mother, a wife, or a son;
or anything like food, drink, or help.
But others are in need of Him.
This one true God is unique in His
attributes; no one is like Him. No
human or animal descriptions can be
attributed to Him.
We can use these criteria and
qualities (as well as other ones belonging
to Him alone) in examining and rejecting
any claims of being God.
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Now let me turn to discuss the one
message mentioned above and cite some
of the Biblical and Qur’anic verses
confirming the Oneness of God.
But before that, I would like to
share with you this thought:
Some Christians might
wonder, “It is obvious
that God is one. We
believe in one God.
So, what is the point?”
However, based on a great deal
of reading and studying materials on
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Christianity and dialogues with many
Christians, I came to understand that
they perceive this one God to include:
1- God the Father.
2- God the Son.
3- God the Holy Spirit.
So, based on common sense and
simple logic, a sincere and honest seeker
of the truth could reason:
What do you mean by saying that
GOD is ONE, while you refer to
THREE GODS?
Is God ONE in THREE or THREE
in ONE (1 in 3 or 3 in 1)?!
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In addition to that, and according
to Christian dogmas, these three “Gods”
have different identities, images, roles,
and functions:
1. God the Father = the Creator.
2. God the Son = the Savior.
3. God the Holy Spirit= the Counselor.
By the way, if Jesus, God the Son
(or Son of God) is really God or part of
the one God, doesn’t this contradict what
the Bible itself reports that no one can
see God, nor hear His voice? The Bible
states:
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YOU HAVE NEVER HEARD HIS
VOICE NOR SEEN HIS FACE.
(John 5: 37)
NO ONE HAS EVER SEEN HIM.
AND NO ONE CAN SEE HIM.
(1 Timothy 6: 16)
NO ONE CAN SEE ME AND
STAY ALIVE. (Exodus 33: 20)
Based on these and other Biblical
texts, I sincerely and honestly ask: “How
can we reconcile the dogma that Jesus is
God and the Biblical testimony that no
one has ever seen God, nor heard His
voice?”
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Didn’t the Jews at his time, his
family, and his followers SEE Jesus
(God the Son, as some believe!) and
HEAR his voice?
→ Is there any secret or hidden purpose
concerning the truth about God?
In the Bible, the true God
emphatically testifies, “I am the Lord,
and there is no other god. I have not
spoken in secret or kept my purpose
hidden… I am the Lord, and I speak the
truth; I make known what is right.”
(Isaiah 45: 19)
So, what is the truth?
Please re-read the verse
and think about it!
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Now, let us take off on a journey
of seeking the truth about the one true
God in the Bible and the Qur’an.
At the end of this journey and after
your critical, sincere, honest, and
thoughtful reading of this booklet and
particularly the verses cited below, I
would like to know your reactions or
views.
To be as objective as possible,
I cite the verses without any comment.
Please read the following verses
CAREFULLY, CRITICALLY
And
WITHOUT ANY PRECONCEPTIONS.
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The One True God in the Bible
(The Old Testament):
Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God is
one Lord. (Deuteronomy 6: 4)
Has not the One God made and
sustained for us the spirit of life?
(Malachi 2: 15)
You may know and believe Me and
understand that I am He. Before Me
no god was formed, nor shall there
be any after Me. I, I am the Lord,
and besides Me there is no Savior.
(Isaiah 43: 10-11)
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I am the first and I am the last;
besides Me there is no god. Who is
like Me? (Isaiah 44: 6)
And there is no other god besides
Me, a righteous God and a Savior;
there is none besides Me. Turn to Me
and be saved…To Me every knee
shall bow. (Isaiah 45: 21-23)
THESE ARE JUST SOME VERSES
FROM THE OLD TESTAMENT.
Can you think of
other similar ones?
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The One True God in the Bible
(The New Testament):
One came and said unto him, Good
Master, what good thing shall I do,
that I may have eternal life? And he
(Jesus) said unto him, Why callest
thou me good? There is none good
but one, that is, God. (Matthew 19: 16-17,
in King James Version)
Now this is life eternal, that they
know you, the only true God, and
Jesus Christ, whom you have sent.
(John 17: 3)
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Worship the Lord your God, and
serve Him only. (Matthew 4: 10)
Hear O Israel: The Lord our God is
One Lord. (Mark 12: 29)
For there is one God and there is one
mediator between God and men, the
man Christ Jesus. (1Timothy 2: 5)
Can you recall other
verses confirming that
GOD IS ONLY ONE?
(NOT THREE!)
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The One True God in the Qur’an
Say: He is Allah, the One; Allah, the
Eternal, Absolute; He begets not, nor
is He begotten; and there is none like
unto Him. (112: 1-4)
There is no god but I; so worship
Me. (21: 25)
They disbelieve who say: Allah (God)
is one of three, for there is no god
except One God. If they desist not
from their word (of blasphemy),
verily, a grievous chastisement will
befall the disbelievers among them.
(5: 73)
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Can there be another god besides
Allah (God)? Nay, most of them
know not. (27: 61)
Can there be another god besides
Allah (God)? High is Allah above
what they associate with Him. (27: 63)
Can there be another god besides
Allah (God)? Say, ‘Bring forth your
proof, if ye are telling the truth!’
(27: 64)
Indeed, this message concerning
the Oneness of God (i.e.,
Tawheed in Arabic) is the
essential theme of the Qur’an.
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Conclusions
These verses as well as hundreds
of similar pieces of evidence in the Bible
and the Qur’an confirm this one, eternal
message that the true God is only ONE.
“Turn to me now and be saved, people
all over the world! I AM THE ONLY
GOD THERE IS.” (Isaiah 45: 22)
Not only does the Bible affirm that
God is only ONE, but it also reveals that
the true God, the Creator, is the only
Savior. “Before Me no god was formed,
nor shall there be any after Me. I, I am
the Lord, and besides Me there is no
Savior.” (Isaiah 43:10-11)
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So, according to this affirmation,
all other supposed gods or deities like
Jesus, the Holy Spirit, Brahma,
Vishnu, Shiva, Krishna, or Buddha are
neither gods nor manifestations of the
ONE TRUE GOD.
It was because of such false beliefs
that after the Jews worshipped other
gods, “the Lord’s anger burned against
them.” (Numbers 25: 3) Likewise, Moses
destroyed the golden calf.
On the other hand, the Essenes, an
early Christian unitarian community,
endured torture and persecution because
they refused to exchange Jesus’
monotheistic teachings for the Pauline
innovation of the trinity.
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To sum up, all God’s prophets
including Adam, Noah, Abraham,
Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad were sent
by the same God, the Creator, to convey
the same message:
The true God is only ONE. Worship
Him ALONE and keep His
commandments.
And since those prophets and
messengers preached the same one
message, their religion must be the
same one! So, what is the religion of
those prophets and messengers?
Submission to the will of God is
the essence of the message of those
prophets. This word ‘SUBMISSION’
means ‘ISLAM’ in Arabic.
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The Qur’an does confirm that
‘Islam’ is the true religion of all God’s
prophets and messengers. This
Qur’anic fact is also traceable in the
Bible itself! And this is what will be discussed
in the upcoming booklet, God willing!
Ultimately, to attain salvation, we
must receive and believe in the above-
mentioned message willingly and
wholeheartedly. Nevertheless, doing this
is not enough! We must also believe in
all God’s true prophets (including
Prophet Muhammad) and follow their
true guidance and teachings. This is the
gateway to a happy, eternal life!
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So, if you are a sincere seeker of
truth and a lover of salvation, you might
like to consider this NOW, before it is
too late! BEFORE DEATH! It can be
soon! Who knows?
One more thing…
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A final thought!
Those who are sincere,
honest, serious, objective, and
open-minded in seeking the
truth, and after thinking
critically about this one
message, they may ask
questions like:
→ So, what is the truth?
→ What can I do?
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You CAN sincerely believe in your only
true God (Allah), believe in His last
messenger, and utter the following:
I testify that there is no god worthy
of worship but the One true God
(Allah) and that Muhammad is the
messenger of God (Allah).
This testimony is the first step
on the way to eternal life and the
real key to the gate of Paradise.
If you decide to take this way; you can contact
your Muslim friend, the nearest Islamic center, or
me (I will be very happy to help).
Yes, you can do it!
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Brief Definitions of Major Islamic Terms
Allah
The proper Name of the one true God, the
Creator. Allah is the true God of all mankind
(Jews, Christians, Muslims, Hindus, etc.).
Muhammad
The last Prophet of the one true God (Allah).
Islam
Submission to the Will of the Creator, the
true God (Allah). One can attain real
happiness and peace of mind only through
submission and obedience to the true God.
Muslim
One who submits to the Will of the true
God, Allah (the Creator).
Qur’an
The Word of God revealed to Prophet
Muhammad.
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Writings and Works by the Author
I. A step by step series of seeking the truth
(Following a scholarly and comparative approach):
1. Who is He?
2. What is His Nature?
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4. What is the Truth?
5. What Went Wrong?
6. The Beauty of Islam!
7. The ABCs of Islam.
8. What Is Next?
II. Upcoming writings:
Keys to Ultimate Success and Happiness!
A Letter to Janet!
Why ‘We’?
III. Other works:
• A weekly TV program (using creative
PowerPoint and Internet materials).
• TV episodes on video & audio tapes.
• Public lectures on Islam.
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For further information, questions,
suggestions, feedback, or reactions,
Please feel free to contact the author:
Dr. Naji Arfaj
E-mail: abctruth@hotmail.com
info@abctruth.net
Website: www.abctruth.net
Tel +96655913113
P. O. Box 418 Hofuf, Ahsa
31982 KSA
Useful web sites on Islam:
www.sultan.org
www.al-sunnah.com
www.islamworld.net
www.islamway.com
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