A Personal Journey of Unlearning and Relearning
Recently, a respected friend reached out to me after reading many of
my posts on Facebook and the "True Israel" website. He commented, "I can
understand your hate towards Jews because of your Islamic upbringing." This
comment made me pause and reflect, not just on his perception of me, but on
the larger issue at hand: how many people, influenced by media and social
platforms, may misunderstand or misinterpret my intentions. This page is
dedicated to clearing up that misconception, not only for my friend but for
many others who may have similar thoughts. My posts have always been shared
with the intention of promoting awareness and knowledge—not to hurt anyone's
sentiments.
It is true that I grew up in a very conservative Shia Muslim community.
Religious gatherings ( Majlise ) were a constant part of my life, occurring
at least once or twice a week. In those settings, I often heard about Jews
and Christians, but unfortunately, the portrayal was predominantly negative.
Our access to books, commentaries, and historical context was extremely
limited. Most of what we learned came from the teachings of our Imam and
Mullahs, whom we were taught to regard as infallible and divinely appointed
men of Allah. Their interpretations were unquestionable, and we were
expected to follow their guidance without doubt.
It wasn't until 1995, when I found myself in a small library at a Bible
college, that my journey of critical thinking began. There, I was exposed to
new ideas that challenged my previous beliefs. Over time, this newfound
freedom to question everything led to a personal transformation. Eventually,
I left Islam and found myself among a new group of believers—the Open
Brethren (also known as Plymouth Brethren), an independent Christian
denomination that follows dispensationalist, premillennialist teachings. I
accepted their doctrines with great joy, and during this time, I became
strongly pro-Israel, influenced heavily by the teachings of
C.I. Scofield’s Rightly Dividing the Word of Truth.
For many years, I believed that Israel was at the center of God's plan,
and that the Jews were God's chosen people. My perspective was shaped by
the theology I had embraced, which emphasized a clear distinction between
Israel and the Church, often leading to the idea that the promises of God
to Israel were still unfulfilled, and would be fulfilled in a future,
earthly kingdom.
However, everything began to change in 2023 when the Israel-Hamas conflict
erupted into violence and bloodshed on both sides. I couldn't help but
notice that, rather than calling Christians to pray for peace or to be
peacemakers in this conflict, many were fueling the flames by taking one
side or the other. This left me with a burning question: If this truly is a
"Holy War" in which God is actively involved, then why is the situation so
complicated and tragic? Is this how the God of the Bible, whom I had come to
know, truly operates? My doubts grew as I began to wonder if I had been
misled by a theology that portrayed a God who appeared biased,
contradictory, and inconsistent with the message of love, unity, and peace
found in the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Upon further research and reflection, I came to realize that the root of
the problem was not with the God of the Bible, but with the
misinterpretation of Scripture. This theology, which I had been taught and
embraced, had been developing since the 19th century, driven by both
political and theological agendas.
After carefully studying the Bible, reading over 35 books, hundreds
of articles and watched numerous videos from both perspectives on the
subject, and reflecting deeply on what I had learned, I reached the
following conclusions.
1. There Is No Partiality in the God of the Bible
The Bible clearly teaches that God shows no favoritism between people.
Acts 10:34-35 states: "Then Peter began to speak: 'I now realize how true
it is that God does not show favoritism but accepts from every nation the
one who fears him and does what is right.'" Likewise, Romans 2:11 affirms:
"For God does not show favoritism."
2. The Political Israel of Today vs.the Spiritual Israel of God
There is a significant distinction between the modern state of Israel and
the spiritual Israel of God. The Apostle Paul makes this clear in Romans
9:6, where he states that not all Israel is Israel. The true Israel, as
defined in the New Testament, is the Church, which includes all who are in
Christ.
3. The Difference Between Orthodox Jews and Political Zionists
Orthodox Jews
are generally not politically driven and tend to focus more on religious
observance and maintaining traditional Jewish practices. They often reject
political ideologies like Zionism, believing that the establishment of a
Jewish state should not be pursued through human efforts but rather in
accordance with God's plan in His timing. On the other hand, political
Zionists are a mixed group, often not religiously observant, but they
identify as Jews for cultural, historical, or political reasons.
These Zionists, many of whom are secular or liberal,
are focused on the political and nationalistic goal of a Jewish state in
Israel. They use the label of "Jewish" more as a political identity rather
than a strictly religious one. This distinction highlights that while
Orthodox Jews seek religious purity and await God's intervention,
political Zionists are more concerned with the establishment and
preservation of the state of Israel, driven largely by political and
sometimes liberal ideologies.
This understanding helps clarify that not all Jews, particularly those
who follow Orthodox traditions, are necessarily aligned with Zionism,
which is primarily a political movement.
4. True Israel Is the Church, and True Jew Is Christ.
The New Testament teaches that Jesus Christ is the fulfillment of what
it means to be truly Jewish. Romans 2:29 says, "No, a person is a Jew
who is one inwardly; and circumcision is circumcision of the heart, by
the Spirit, not by the written code." The Church, the body of believers
in Christ, is the true Israel.
5. The Chosen People of God Are Those in Christ, Not Ethnic Jews
Jesus Himself declared that salvation comes through Him alone. In John
14:6, He said, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to
the Father except through me." Ephesians 1:4 further affirms that God
chose us in Christ before the foundation of the world.
6. God's Plan for All People, Not Just Israel
God’s plan of salvation is for all people, regardless of ethnicity.
Matthew 28:19-20 makes it clear that the Great Commission is to go to
all nations: "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing
them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit."
There is no separate plan for Israel and Gentiles, but a unified,
progressive plan in Christ.
7. God Owns All Lands, Not Just Israel
The Bible teaches that God is the Sovereign over all the earth, not
just the land of Israel. Psalm 24:1 says, "The earth is the Lord’s, and
everything in it, the world, and all who live in it."
8. God Desires All to Be Saved, and there is no special treat for
jews.
God desires the salvation of all people.1 Timothy 2:4 tells us that God
"wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the
truth."
9. The Old Covenant Has Been Replaced by the New Covenant in
Christ.
Hebrews 8:13 declares, "By calling this covenant 'new,' he has made the
first one obsolete; and what is obsolete and outdated will soon
disappear."
10. Dispensational Theology Is Human Interpretation, Not Divine
Revelation
Dispensational theology,
which often fuels Christian Zionism, is based on a human interpretation
of Scripture rather than the guidance of the Holy Spirit. 2 Peter
1:20-21 reminds us that "prophecy never had its origin in the human
will, but prophets, though human, spoke from God as they were carried
along by the Holy Spirit."
11. Christian Zionism Is a Politically Driven, Destructive Theology
Dispensational theology, particularly
Christian Zionism, often aligns with political agendas, distorting the true message of
Christ. This theology, which focuses on Israel and Jerusalem’s Temple
rather than on Christ and His Kingdom, is not a Christ-centered belief
system but one rooted in earthly politics.
These insights are not new, but have been discussed and written about
extensively for those who truly seek the truth. A wrong understanding of
theology can severely distort our perception of God and shape how we
treat others. For example, figures like John Hagee and political leaders
like Donald Trump, supported by Christian Zionists, may profess to
follow Jesus but may not hesitate to make inflammatory, violent
statements about nations that oppose Israel. While politics can fuel
such rhetoric, it should never come from a follower of Christ, whose
message was one of peace, love, and reconciliation.
To help understand this issue more deeply, I recommend watching a
powerful video by Christian apologist Sam Shamoun, where he helps
a former pro-Zionist Christian—who was indoctrinated for 20 years—see
the errors of this theology. You can find the video titled
"She Was Pro-Zionist Christian Indoctrinated for 20 Years… Then Left
SPEECHLESS."
I hope this page helps answer the questions of those who have
misunderstood my stance or labeled me as "anti-Semitic." It is important
to note that the term "anti-Semitic" is often misused word;
linguistically and technically, it applies to all Semitic peoples,
including the Arabs, and the Horn of Africa , Ethiopians , Akkadians, Canaanites and
not just Jews.
Feel free to explore more of my blog and watch the videos with an open
mind. May God bless you as you seek the truth.
- Christian Zionism
- False Prophecies
- Four views of the End Times.
- On the road to Armagedoon
- Jesus in the Talmud
- Christian Zionism & Restoration of Israe.
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