A Rare Somali Christian's Radical Conversion

In this episode, Pastor Abdi shares the remarkable story of his conversion from Islam to Christianity and the persecution that came with it. From his early years in a strict Muslim context to the moment he publicly confessed Christ, his testimony reveals the cost and beauty of following Jesus. He also offers wisdom for how the church can faithfully love, understand, and reach Muslim neighbors today. 00:00:00 - Growing Up Muslim on a Somali Island 00:03:49 - First Encounters with Christians and the Bible 00:08:35 - Reading Scripture For First Time 00:16:34 - Wrestling with Jesus, the Cross, and Conversion 00:23:30 - Saying Yes to Jesus and Counting the Cost 00:30:09 - Going Public, Losing Work, and Facing Muslim Scholars 00:42:28 - Telling Family and Living Through Rejection 01:08:57 - Reaching Muslims, Persevering Through Persecution, and a Final Challenge