A few years ago, God opened a door for me to build a relationship with a local church in our city. As friendship and trust grew, the church invited me to help equip their congregation to engage their Muslim neighbours with the love of Jesus.
Over time, I was able to facilitate three courses—Bridges: Christians Connecting with Muslims, Al Massira: The Journey, and Caring for Wounded Hearts, a Bible‑based trauma healing program.
Several women from the church felt called to take part in this learning journey:
- Some began with the Bridges course, where they discovered practical, biblical ways to build meaningful relationships with Muslims.
- Later, they chose to take the Al Massira training offered by a partner organization, gaining tools to walk with others through the story of God from creation to Christ.
- A couple of them also joined a Caring for Wounded Hearts healing group I hosted in the following year, where they learned how Scripture brings hope and healing to those carrying deep pain.
As these women grew in understanding, their confidence also grew. What began as curiosity became calling.
Today, they are not only equipped, they are ready to facilitate Bridges and Al Massira themselves, multiplying what they have learned and helping others in their church catch God’s heart for the nations.
This equipping has had a tangible impact. The church has sponsored three refugee families from Iraq, and these women now feel more prepared to love, engage with, and serve these Muslim families.
Instead of feeling hesitant or unsure, they approach these relationships with warmth, understanding, and intentionality. They listen well, offer friendship freely, and reflect Christ’s compassion in practical ways.
A Family’s Journey Toward Jesus
God is indeed meeting with Muslims in Canada and transforming lives, bringing people from darkness into His marvellous light.
One of those stories is a family from my community who arrived in Canada from Iraq, leaving Islam behind. This family was welcomed by believers who offered friendship, practical help, and genuine church community.
Over time, trust was built. Believers prayed faithfully. God moved supernaturally through visions, and Scripture in their heart language helped this family understand the gospel for themselves.
Today, both the mother and daughter have placed their faith in Jesus!
Their journey reflects key factors often seen in Muslim‑background stories of coming to Christ: Christian friendship, a positive experience with a local church, and access to the Bible in the heart language.
I am now meeting with the daughter weekly for Bible study and fellowship, and I thank God for her life. I continue to pray that she will grow in her knowledge, wisdom, and love for Jesus.
This is the fruit of a church being equipped, leaders being activated, and the gospel being lived out faithfully through patient, prayerful relationships.