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Muslims and Christians at the Table: Promoting Biblical Understanding Among North American Muslims
The main idea of the book is to promote a journey of understanding between Christians and Muslims.
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344 pages, Paperback
First published October 1, 1999
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June 25, 2025
part 3 was the strongest section, helpful comparison of key theological topics comparing reformed and muslim perspective
also chapter 10 in part 4 was wonderfully refreshing:
“So now even the descendants of Ishmael, who had been rejected as the heir of God's promises of blessing (Gal. 4:30), are now included in that blessing. This was declared by the Lord through the prophecy of Isaiah:
‘All Kedar's flocks will be gathered to you, the rams of Nebaioth will serve you; they will be accepted as offerings on my altar, and I will adorn my glorious temple.’ (Isa. 60:7)
Kedar and Nebaioth are the names of two of Ishmael's sons. Here they are described as bringing acceptable sacrificial offerings to the Lord in his temple. So the picture here is that although the son of Hagar had been sent away by Abraham at God's command, his descendants would someday be brought back to a true eternal home prepared for them. In this messianic age, the Gentiles-People from every nation and tongue-are to be brought into the kingdom of God, to enjoy his eternal blessings. The nations will stream toward the mountain of the Lord (Isa. 2:2-3), the new Jerusalem (Rev. 21:24, 26).
also chapter 10 in part 4 was wonderfully refreshing:
“So now even the descendants of Ishmael, who had been rejected as the heir of God's promises of blessing (Gal. 4:30), are now included in that blessing. This was declared by the Lord through the prophecy of Isaiah:
‘All Kedar's flocks will be gathered to you, the rams of Nebaioth will serve you; they will be accepted as offerings on my altar, and I will adorn my glorious temple.’ (Isa. 60:7)
Kedar and Nebaioth are the names of two of Ishmael's sons. Here they are described as bringing acceptable sacrificial offerings to the Lord in his temple. So the picture here is that although the son of Hagar had been sent away by Abraham at God's command, his descendants would someday be brought back to a true eternal home prepared for them. In this messianic age, the Gentiles-People from every nation and tongue-are to be brought into the kingdom of God, to enjoy his eternal blessings. The nations will stream toward the mountain of the Lord (Isa. 2:2-3), the new Jerusalem (Rev. 21:24, 26).
September 27, 2021
A thought-provoking read. I notice the copyright says 1999; it would be helpful for the authors to write a second edition. In a post-9/11 world, there are some issues that they might want to address.
January 12, 2014
Focused on interactions with Muslims right here in the United States. All chapters were helpful, clear, and presented in a God-honoring way. Useful primer material for this subject. Practical, but without leaving the theological underpinnings behind. Scholarly.
Also includes useful appendixes, glossary of common Islamic terms, and case studies.
A great example of why I liked this book - 4 main parts: "The Vision", "Understanding Muslims' Background", "Theological Understanding", and "Reaching Muslims".
I wouldn't mind meeting with the authors in person. The book is delivered in a truthful but engaging way.
Also includes useful appendixes, glossary of common Islamic terms, and case studies.
A great example of why I liked this book - 4 main parts: "The Vision", "Understanding Muslims' Background", "Theological Understanding", and "Reaching Muslims".
I wouldn't mind meeting with the authors in person. The book is delivered in a truthful but engaging way.
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