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My Name Used to Be Muhammad: The True Story of a Muslim Who Became a Christian
Tito Momen was raised Muhammad Momen. He was born in Nigeria and was taught to observe the strict teachings of Islam. At age five he woke at 4:45 every morning to attend the mosque and perform dawn prayer with the other men in his village. His training to memorize the Qur'an began at age five. It was at this same age that he began copying the entire Qur'an word for word. He was being raised to emerge as a leader among clerics, capable of leading a jihad, or holy struggle, to convert nonbelievers to Islam. However, Tito's path took an expected turn when he was introduced to Christianity. His decision to believe in Jesus Christ cost him his family and his freedom. Tito thought he would spend his remaining days enduring a life sentence in an uncivilized Egyptian prison. For fifteen years he suffered and waited and prayed. Tito said, "I never gave up hope. I never stopped believing." Although he was falsely imprisoned, beaten, and ridiculed, Tito's remarkable true story is one of faith, forgiveness, and testimony that God does hear and answer prayers.
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First published January 1, 2013
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April 9, 2014
I think if I had rated this book immediately after we read it, I would have given it 4 stars, but my opinion has changed a bit after some reflection. Burke gave me this book for Christmas and we read it together this past month in less than a week as we were so fascinated by the story. While Tito's history is interesting and his conversion to Mormonism is quite remarkable, I found myself reflecting on the impact this story might have on the pool of readers who are most likely to read it (as in those who frequent Deseret Book for all their literary choices). You see, with a brother who dreams of being an international lawyer in the Middle East and who has now traveled to Jordan, Egypt, Israel, etc., I couldn't help thinking how skewed a perspective this book might give to someone who's only exposure to Islam or the Middle East is through its pages. Tito's life experience was being raised in an Islamic Fundamentalist community where most people hated Christians had held great animosity towards Western Culture, especially the USA. However, this is not true of all or even most Muslims. I believe this book could put an unhealthy fear into Americans that the entire world hates us and our culture, which is not at all accurate once you talk to people like my brother who have actually been in that region in the world and had many positive experiences with the people there. In that same breathe, that is not to discredit his experience or say that we shouldn't exercise caution if thinking of a trip to that region, but I think it is unhealthy to think that everyone practicing Islam will be hostile towards Americans.
January 24, 2014
"The next time I see him will be on the other side. I do believe he'll be there. At that point he won't be a Muslim and I won't be a Christian. We will simply be children of God." -Tito Momen
November 19, 2013
This is a frank and honest description of a very intriguing yet incredibly difficult paradigm shift; Islam to Christianity. Momen had an interesting and unique upbringing in Nigeria which is an integral part of his story. He was raised to be far more observant than the rest of Muslims his age, not only within the religion but also in his village. He was curious and intelligent which put him on the path for a colorful ride.
What I appreciated about the book was that Momen does not belabor his own sins, faults, or experiences yet he does not hide them. He goes from nearly militant Muslim who has simple questions, to rebellious and acting out, to Christian to imprisoned. He shares his experience factually including his darkest moments of discouragement and the turning of tides when the miracles occur that strengthen his resolve and testimony.
I like the way he tells his story as it does not feel forced or contrived. He is honest, sincere and open. He clearly explains how Jesus is the literal Son of God and how the atonement makes sense in his understanding of sacrifice. It's so simple and beautiful as he explains it. It is also one of the most difficult accounts to read due to the politics of Nigeria and Cairo. Also a very touching relationship shift at the end.
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What I appreciated about the book was that Momen does not belabor his own sins, faults, or experiences yet he does not hide them. He goes from nearly militant Muslim who has simple questions, to rebellious and acting out, to Christian to imprisoned. He shares his experience factually including his darkest moments of discouragement and the turning of tides when the miracles occur that strengthen his resolve and testimony.
I like the way he tells his story as it does not feel forced or contrived. He is honest, sincere and open. He clearly explains how Jesus is the literal Son of God and how the atonement makes sense in his understanding of sacrifice. It's so simple and beautiful as he explains it. It is also one of the most difficult accounts to read due to the politics of Nigeria and Cairo. Also a very touching relationship shift at the end.
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July 9, 2013
I may be more inclined to give this book a 4 or 4.5, but marked it 5, because I really want people to read it when it comes out (I read an Advanced Readers Edition). The only reason for lower marks is because it is a biography, so by nature, there are parts that move slower. (Not slow, just slower).
Anyway, this is the true story of a Muslim who was converted to Christianity - specifically Mormonism - while studying to become an Imam (Islamic preacher) at a prestigious university in Cairo. His life is incredible, to say the least! His is a story of intense faith and hope, throughout his life, but especially during the 15 years he spends in prison for his beliefs.
I was really impressed with the description of both Islam and Mormonism in this book, and felt the author did a good job of explaining that his personal upbringing in Islam was quite extreme. He did not lead the reader to believe that all Muslims were/are this way. The co-author, Jeff Benedict, did a great job of tying various stories together to show how small events in our lives will lead to much bigger events later on. I especially enjoyed the tie in of the prodigal son throughout the book.
The book comes out in November 2013, so mark it on your calendar as a must read!
Anyway, this is the true story of a Muslim who was converted to Christianity - specifically Mormonism - while studying to become an Imam (Islamic preacher) at a prestigious university in Cairo. His life is incredible, to say the least! His is a story of intense faith and hope, throughout his life, but especially during the 15 years he spends in prison for his beliefs.
I was really impressed with the description of both Islam and Mormonism in this book, and felt the author did a good job of explaining that his personal upbringing in Islam was quite extreme. He did not lead the reader to believe that all Muslims were/are this way. The co-author, Jeff Benedict, did a great job of tying various stories together to show how small events in our lives will lead to much bigger events later on. I especially enjoyed the tie in of the prodigal son throughout the book.
The book comes out in November 2013, so mark it on your calendar as a must read!
April 27, 2015
Amazing true story! Getting a view into a devout Islam family with one who converts to not only Christianity, but Mormonism is very rare. The human that searches for truth and knows when they have found it and will not let go of it at all costs it truly inspirational!
May 30, 2019
5 star story and 3 star writing so I settled in the middle with 4 stars.
An incredible life story that sucks you right In. The writing was lacking for me in many ways. A rushed ending. I wanted a little more info on how his father came to want to see him again and his change of heart. What his future held for him after he left Nigeria & just throughout I felt some bits were not detailed enough.
Overall I really enjoyed this book and think his story is one to read.
An incredible life story that sucks you right In. The writing was lacking for me in many ways. A rushed ending. I wanted a little more info on how his father came to want to see him again and his change of heart. What his future held for him after he left Nigeria & just throughout I felt some bits were not detailed enough.
Overall I really enjoyed this book and think his story is one to read.
December 3, 2014
well this book is attacking our beloved Muhammad peace and blessing be upon him in an indirect way . this book gives an imaginary hope for those who wants to stay as a mormon or Christians .
you can't tell me that because a Muslim become a Christian, Christianity is a true religion ask yourself why did he become Christian , what is wrong in Islam ?? where are the mistakes in Islam
The writer never give a real reason to show the readers why he lift Islam , what did he saw about Islam that made him change his faith , well I did not wait to write all my thoughts here , I was in UVU to ask the writer in front of an audience about why he lift Islam ? but my friend nasr was faster than me and asked him ,but he did not answers and the real problem is the audience were really dispirit that they did not care
so I'm telling you clearly that this is a nonsense Jesus himself worship one god and Mormon worship three gods so how can Mormon be a real religion ?? it doesn't make sense and they say you have to pray about it to find out weather it is true or not what a stupid excuse !!
they truly sounds like 2+2=5 but you need pray to understand, who need to pray to know that 2+2= 4 !!!
anyway , to all the readers who read this book you are simply not intelligent , intelligent people don't waste their time with nonsense !
and this is a gift from me to all readers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TRIxw...
how did Muhammad peace be be upon him tell about that when there was no super technology , it a true from god without a doubt ……..
you can't tell me that because a Muslim become a Christian, Christianity is a true religion ask yourself why did he become Christian , what is wrong in Islam ?? where are the mistakes in Islam
The writer never give a real reason to show the readers why he lift Islam , what did he saw about Islam that made him change his faith , well I did not wait to write all my thoughts here , I was in UVU to ask the writer in front of an audience about why he lift Islam ? but my friend nasr was faster than me and asked him ,but he did not answers and the real problem is the audience were really dispirit that they did not care
so I'm telling you clearly that this is a nonsense Jesus himself worship one god and Mormon worship three gods so how can Mormon be a real religion ?? it doesn't make sense and they say you have to pray about it to find out weather it is true or not what a stupid excuse !!
they truly sounds like 2+2=5 but you need pray to understand, who need to pray to know that 2+2= 4 !!!
anyway , to all the readers who read this book you are simply not intelligent , intelligent people don't waste their time with nonsense !
and this is a gift from me to all readers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TRIxw...
how did Muhammad peace be be upon him tell about that when there was no super technology , it a true from god without a doubt ……..
February 19, 2014
Well, all I can say to my Goodreads friends is, you should read this. Recently written, it's a true story of one man's journey that is very applicable to today's world. A child raised and groomed by his Muslim extremist father converts to Mormonism and pays a price beyond comprehension. It will give you a wrenching view of what it means to live where there's little religious freedom.
Our Branch President here in Kyiv Ukraine works for the U.S. State Department and lived in Cairo when Tito was imprisoned there. He would visit him in jail and accompanied him to the airport when Tito was freed after serving fifteen years of his life sentence.
Our Branch President here in Kyiv Ukraine works for the U.S. State Department and lived in Cairo when Tito was imprisoned there. He would visit him in jail and accompanied him to the airport when Tito was freed after serving fifteen years of his life sentence.
September 25, 2023
More than 10 years ago, my family left to Cairo, Egypt 🇪🇬When we arrived in the branch full of American families, the bishopric would regularly keep us informed about the story of a man. He was a Nigerian man who came from a strong Muslim background and who had moved to Cairo to go to an Islamic school for his studies. He then joined the LDS Church and was sent to jail for 15 years because of his newly Christian beliefs and attendance to church meetings. As he was in jail, my family along with the Cairo branch would pray and fast for him. I knew all about Tito's life, and regularly prayed God for him.
Last month, as I was talking with my mom about our coming trip to America, she told me: "do you remember Tito?". Of course I do. She then said : "he is your uncle". It took me a minute to make the connections and understand that after Tito was miraculously freed from prison, he went to America and married Spencer's aunt there. So I got to be with him during the Christmas holidays.
I told Tito, "I am so happy that you're here and that I'm with you". To that he simply said "You made it possible". This only increased my testimony that God does answer prayers and that he is such a merciful father.
Last month, as I was talking with my mom about our coming trip to America, she told me: "do you remember Tito?". Of course I do. She then said : "he is your uncle". It took me a minute to make the connections and understand that after Tito was miraculously freed from prison, he went to America and married Spencer's aunt there. So I got to be with him during the Christmas holidays.
I told Tito, "I am so happy that you're here and that I'm with you". To that he simply said "You made it possible". This only increased my testimony that God does answer prayers and that he is such a merciful father.
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December 8, 2021
harrowing, but ultimately inspiring.
September 12, 2013
I read large excerpts of this book in an "LDS Living" magazine with my wife. Sorry for the length of this review, but what an incredible story!
This man was raised in Nigeria to become a militant Islamic cleric and a leader of Jihad. His father sent him to a radical Sunni school in Syria and when he graduated from that he got an appointement to a highly sought after Islamic University in Cairo run by the Muslim Brotherhood.
Through his own research, questions, integrity and seeking, he came to doubt Mohammed's validity as a holy prophet. But he could not discuss this train of thought, for obvious reasons, with anyone there. He wrote his thoughts down in notes/journal form and they were ultimately discovered and he was publicly dennounced, humilitiated and expelled from the University. His father disowned him in Nigeria.
He turned to the world and went into Cairo and worked at a night club and became a disc jockey, living a life of sin and worldiness. A close friend of his became a Christian and when Mohammed questioned him about he invited him to his church (LDS). Mohemmed attended and wanted to join, but was forbidden by law. After some time they found a technicality so he could be baptised and he was.
His fiance quit him and reported him. His father held a funeral for him in Nigeria and his mother committed suicide because she gave birth to him. He decided to change his name from Mohammed to Tito and was approved to do so, but when he went to sign the paperwork he was arrested and severally beaten for abandoning Islam and defiling the name of Mohammed by changing his own name. Trumped up, ficticious chares of drug smuggling were leveled against him and, without so much as being able to speak for himself, he was found guilt and sentenced to life in prison with no appeal.
What follws is fifteen years of abject hardship, faith, serious sickness and health conditions, perserverance, and miraculous expereinces that lead to this man's ultimate freedom, healing, and a deathbed reunion and reconiclliation with his father. Highly recommended and a testament to faith, the atonement of Jesus Christ, and the reality of God's knoweldge and care for His chidren, even in the most difficult of circumstances. I will own the entire book as soon as it is available.
This man was raised in Nigeria to become a militant Islamic cleric and a leader of Jihad. His father sent him to a radical Sunni school in Syria and when he graduated from that he got an appointement to a highly sought after Islamic University in Cairo run by the Muslim Brotherhood.
Through his own research, questions, integrity and seeking, he came to doubt Mohammed's validity as a holy prophet. But he could not discuss this train of thought, for obvious reasons, with anyone there. He wrote his thoughts down in notes/journal form and they were ultimately discovered and he was publicly dennounced, humilitiated and expelled from the University. His father disowned him in Nigeria.
He turned to the world and went into Cairo and worked at a night club and became a disc jockey, living a life of sin and worldiness. A close friend of his became a Christian and when Mohammed questioned him about he invited him to his church (LDS). Mohemmed attended and wanted to join, but was forbidden by law. After some time they found a technicality so he could be baptised and he was.
His fiance quit him and reported him. His father held a funeral for him in Nigeria and his mother committed suicide because she gave birth to him. He decided to change his name from Mohammed to Tito and was approved to do so, but when he went to sign the paperwork he was arrested and severally beaten for abandoning Islam and defiling the name of Mohammed by changing his own name. Trumped up, ficticious chares of drug smuggling were leveled against him and, without so much as being able to speak for himself, he was found guilt and sentenced to life in prison with no appeal.
What follws is fifteen years of abject hardship, faith, serious sickness and health conditions, perserverance, and miraculous expereinces that lead to this man's ultimate freedom, healing, and a deathbed reunion and reconiclliation with his father. Highly recommended and a testament to faith, the atonement of Jesus Christ, and the reality of God's knoweldge and care for His chidren, even in the most difficult of circumstances. I will own the entire book as soon as it is available.
April 3, 2014
This book is a good alternative to A Thousand Splendid Suns. It gives you a taste of the Muslim culture without the heart wrenching. There were parts of his story that I felt were glossed over to perhaps save face. Also, some rationalizing of his poor behavior that bugged, but the main point of the book is him finding redemption and forgiveness through Christianity. I thought that in itself was powerful. We have all made choices in our lives that we are not proud of, and no one is perfect. He who is without sin be the first to cast a stone. That is what this book is about. I am glad this man found the peace in his life we was searching for.
May 10, 2015
This book gave an in-depth look into the Islamic religion which I admit I didn't really know much about. I bought the book thinking it would tell of his conversion to Christianity in general but I was surprised to learn that he actually converted to the Mormon church. He goes through his thought process and how easy it was for him to accept Joseph Smith because he had been taught his whole life to believe in the prophet Muhammad. The book doesn't get overly preachy and mainly just tells the overall story of how he went from a hardcore Muslim destined for the jihad to a devout Mormon in Egypt. A very quick and interesting read that I would recommend to anyone.
August 9, 2013
Tito Momen’s Story is one of confusion, searching, falling, and finding. It is an amazing telling of a humble man who could not fake what he believed, even when it was ingrained in him from every angle. I was absolutely enthralled and amazed to see how each event in Tito’s life prepared him for the next one. It was an engaging and inspiring read. I especially loved the themes of self-realization, blessings in disguise, and the story of the prodigals son. I totally recommend this to any Christian or Non-Christian seeking to deepen their faith.
January 3, 2014
A heartbreaking amazing journey. I was so impressed with Tito and what he went through for his beliefs. I found it astonishing that he would keep the Word of Wisdom in prison. I would think that with food being so scarce that would be the first thing to fly out the window. He is an amazing Saint and I hope he has now found happiness. I found the ending left me wanting more. Did he get married? Has he found peace in Ghana? What is he up to now? I really wanted to know more about his current life.
January 3, 2014
Really amazing story and definitely made me think about how blessed I am. So many times people have to go through insanely tough times after changing their life around. I think that's what makes me people afraid to change even when they know they should. This was a really inspiring story.
June 11, 2019
This book had a profound personal impact on me. I rated it 5 stars for that impact and the life story of Tito Momen....rather than the writing. I enjoyed the writing overall - I was quickly drawn into the story and events, but some parts of the story moved more quickly and smoothly than others. I appreciated the fact that the author made it clear that this was his experience and that his life as a Muslim was not the universal experience of Muslims - nor was the treatment of Muslims with questions or Christians the same throughout Islam. He shared many insights into the different communities in Nigeria, Cairo, elsewhere in Egypt, etc.
I was profoundly touched by his desire to understand the 'whys' of his Muslim beliefs in order to be a better Imam. I am a person who always needs to know "why" & I can't abide people who think that it's wrong to ask "why." I may not always find the answer...but I want to understand as much as I can. I also want to share the "whys" with others.
I was so impressed with his struggle to understand and find truth. I was amazed at the trials and brutality that he suffered when he became a Christian - the betrayal from so many areas - his girl friend, family, students, friends, etc. The violence with which he was treated for his beliefs was heart-breaking to me. I come from a family which at certain times in its history experienced intense persecution for religious beliefs. I didn't realize until far into the book, that the Christian church to which he converted was The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
This book made me very grateful for the freedom of religion that I have. It made me feel more intensely about my Christianity and its importance. I was so humbled by the strength of his beliefs and his faith in the face of such incredible persecution and abuse. I would definitely recommend this book.
I was profoundly touched by his desire to understand the 'whys' of his Muslim beliefs in order to be a better Imam. I am a person who always needs to know "why" & I can't abide people who think that it's wrong to ask "why." I may not always find the answer...but I want to understand as much as I can. I also want to share the "whys" with others.
I was so impressed with his struggle to understand and find truth. I was amazed at the trials and brutality that he suffered when he became a Christian - the betrayal from so many areas - his girl friend, family, students, friends, etc. The violence with which he was treated for his beliefs was heart-breaking to me. I come from a family which at certain times in its history experienced intense persecution for religious beliefs. I didn't realize until far into the book, that the Christian church to which he converted was The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
This book made me very grateful for the freedom of religion that I have. It made me feel more intensely about my Christianity and its importance. I was so humbled by the strength of his beliefs and his faith in the face of such incredible persecution and abuse. I would definitely recommend this book.
September 26, 2018
This is a truly remarkable, faith-building book. It was particularly interesting to learn more about Muslim culture and practices in Nigeria. I was also intrigued by the descriptions of Cairo, Egypt and the prisons there. His conversion story feels a bit incomplete, but it is enlightening. I'd like to learn more about his current religious feelings and life. I was also hoping for pictures!
I'm not sure where I learned about this book. Somehow it made it onto my to-read list. I should probably figure out a way to note where I learn of books that I want to read in the future. If I had made a note I might not have been as surprised as I was to discover the religion he joined. I was also surprised by the support and acceptance he received from Christians and the greater Christian community despite denominational differences while he was in prison.
I'm curious if the Deseret Book editions are edited. Some things he experiences are a bit graphic and dark. Maybe they have more of his conversion story. I'll have to take a look at a Deseret Book version and compare.
I really enjoy reading about people from very different backgrounds who are extremely different from me. Biographies, memoirs, and autobiographies are great that way.
I'm not sure where I learned about this book. Somehow it made it onto my to-read list. I should probably figure out a way to note where I learn of books that I want to read in the future. If I had made a note I might not have been as surprised as I was to discover the religion he joined. I was also surprised by the support and acceptance he received from Christians and the greater Christian community despite denominational differences while he was in prison.
I'm curious if the Deseret Book editions are edited. Some things he experiences are a bit graphic and dark. Maybe they have more of his conversion story. I'll have to take a look at a Deseret Book version and compare.
I really enjoy reading about people from very different backgrounds who are extremely different from me. Biographies, memoirs, and autobiographies are great that way.
November 16, 2017
I would love to meet this man. What an incredible story! My heart ached for him as a young boy living in an extreme fundamentalist Islamic city with a father who did not allow him many childhood freedoms. His life was spent studying and writing passages from the Quran and sitting at the feet of the imam. He was being groomed to become one. His father sent him to a radical Islamic school in Syria and when he was kicked out of there, made him attend an Islamic university in Cairo. His journey from a strict believer in Islam, to an alcoholic and womanizer, and then to a Christian is almost unbelievable. But life as a Christian in Egypt almost cost him his life. His faith in God through the most difficult of circumstances is nothing short of inspiring. I know his experience with the Islamic faith is not like all those raised in that faith, but his descriptions of traditions and customs gave me a greater understanding of what life is like for those living in cities where extreme views of Islam practices affect everything in their life. It was heart-breaking. An easy book well worth reading.
July 19, 2019
Such a compelling true story that gave me a better understanding of both Christianity and orthodox, fundamentalist Islam (which I know doesn’t represent all Muslims, but was still enlightening). Momen grew up in a very orthodox Muslim family/community and his father was a Muslim extremist. After an incredible series of events Momen eventually discovered Christianity while in Egypt. Specifically, he became introduced to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, which is remarkable considering the church is still not officially recognized in Egypt and thus proselyting isn’t allowed. This eventually landed him in prison for many years before he was finally released.
There’s some strong content, but nothing overly detailed or graphic... just matter-of-fact descriptions of some of the horrific events of Momen’s life and time in prison.
There’s some strong content, but nothing overly detailed or graphic... just matter-of-fact descriptions of some of the horrific events of Momen’s life and time in prison.
July 25, 2025
This was an incredible true story about a boy who was groomed from the time he was little, including the name he was given to be a spiritual Muslim leader.
Through a series of accidental events, and watching how leaders, including his father, treated his mother, other women and how he was treated when he unintentionally got in trouble several different times growing up. He had questions, but he still kept following what his dad wanted him to do.
Until he found alcohol, cigarettes, rock ‘n’ roll, music, and the nightlife while in college in Egypt. He thought the wildlife he was living should’ve brought him more peace and happiness, but it didn’t. Then one day he ran into a friend he used to party with and learned about Christianity. He was baptized and once people found out he was put in prison. I think he was there for something like 17 years. Wow incredible story!
Made me even more grateful for the freedoms I have that I think sometimes I take for granted.
Through a series of accidental events, and watching how leaders, including his father, treated his mother, other women and how he was treated when he unintentionally got in trouble several different times growing up. He had questions, but he still kept following what his dad wanted him to do.
Until he found alcohol, cigarettes, rock ‘n’ roll, music, and the nightlife while in college in Egypt. He thought the wildlife he was living should’ve brought him more peace and happiness, but it didn’t. Then one day he ran into a friend he used to party with and learned about Christianity. He was baptized and once people found out he was put in prison. I think he was there for something like 17 years. Wow incredible story!
Made me even more grateful for the freedoms I have that I think sometimes I take for granted.
July 9, 2017
I felt he entire book was long-winded with exhausting detail about every aspect of his life until he's released from prison. Then it ends. Just like that. What happened after he was released? What did he do for a living? Did he marry? Have a family? Ever see his cousins again? I would like to know these things especially after feeling very involved in his daily life up to being released.
February 7, 2020
My Name Used to Be Muhammad, by Tito Momen. I enjoyed this memoir. It’s about a man who grew up in a very fundamentalist Islamic home and community, then rebelled a bit while in Cairo attending university, then converted to Christianity, then went to jail for it. His life was so different from mine. Lots of good messages in the book about forgiveness, redemption, and love. 4.5 stars
May 16, 2020
This is a well written book that looks into a man's life as he changes everything about himself. I love that this book does not put down Islam as he talks about his journey towards Christianity. He just relates why Christianity changed his life. I does not diminish the faith that he grew up in. A wonderful journey with someone who has given everything for his faith.
July 26, 2021
Moving
It's not often I find a nonfiction book that keeps me up at night until I've reached the end. What an amazing man! This is the story of Muhammad, a Muslim from a strict household, studying to be a clergyman, and ending up a devout Christian. Even persecution and prison do not dampen his faith. I learned so much about the stricter sects of Islam and daily life half a world away from me. What a moving example of God Will Prevail.
It's not often I find a nonfiction book that keeps me up at night until I've reached the end. What an amazing man! This is the story of Muhammad, a Muslim from a strict household, studying to be a clergyman, and ending up a devout Christian. Even persecution and prison do not dampen his faith. I learned so much about the stricter sects of Islam and daily life half a world away from me. What a moving example of God Will Prevail.
January 9, 2020
So thought provoking! I'm so grateful he shared his story! We should be so grateful for religious freedom in this country and around the world! And do all we can to promote it and help those under persecution.
March 31, 2020
Feel very grateful after reading this to live in a country where I can practice my religion and am not oppressed because of my gender! What an inspiring book and faith-filled man Tito is! I was in tears many times while reading this!!
January 16, 2018
Wow! Amazing! Very brave and honest. Highly recommend!
November 22, 2019
Due to the gravity of some parts of this book I had a hard time getting through it, but hopeful feeling at the end left me feeling uplifted by the book.
April 1, 2020
Wow! What an incredible book I couldn’t put it down.
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