Reared to be a devout Muslim, Nabeel Qureshi was alarmed to hear of the September 11 terrorist attacks being attributed to the religion he believed to be “a religion of peace.” Confused and concerned about this violence, he wanted to defend his religion but knew he couldn’t until he researched more into the teachings of the Quran. His findings proved violence to be deeply embedded in the Quran and the teachings of the prophet Muhammad, the founder of Islam. However, he still knew the Islam he learned and practiced was one of peace. With a deep angst over the inconsistencies in what he was taught and what he read in the Quran, Qureshi turned to the God of Christianity. Nevertheless, he still knew the Muslim people who were being feared after 9/11 were made in the image of God, made to be loved.

In this informational and challenging book, Qureshi gives a deep insight into how the Islamic principles that call for violence and destruction are not representative of all Muslims. In giving clear answers to eighteen different questions about Islam, such as “Is jihad in the Quran and the life of Muhammad?”, “Who are the true Muslims—violent or peaceful Muslims?” and “What does Jesus teach about violence?” Qureshi delves into multiple layers of analysis. Providing an eye-opening perspective as an ex-Muslim himself, he explains whether or not radical terrorist attacks truly reflect the religion to which they are attributed. He also explores what the God of Christianity says about violence and how Muslims who claim to be peaceful do not need to be feared.

By respectfully, carefully, and clearly answering these eighteen questions, Qureshi ultimately challenges his readers to embrace the necessity of engaging Muslims with a love inspired by Christ’s love for the world.