This title, "Muslims, Christians, and Jesus" is written at just the right time. This period of current events is fraught with divisiveness. While it does take a faith-based stance on the interaction between two faiths at odds with each other for genuine reasons, the subject matter speaks to finding commonality. It was a breath of fresh air.

The author shares his own first-hand experiences to build bridges and help one understand what the Muslim faith. Rather than fear he finds commonality. It is filled with personal stories and shares how Muslims live and think. Whether you are a person of faith or not this subject matter is well worth your time. I only wish more persons would pick it up, especially those who do not know Muslims other than what talking heads tell them in the media that fill us with anxiety. I walk away feeling much more understanding.

I probably should have paid better attention to the second part of the sub-title. This was a great and relevant book, I was just expecting it to be more of a look at how Christianity and Islam mesh and can come together through Jesus than a how-to for talking to Muslims about Jesus. The former was also covered, I was just looking for something more in-depth. I don't have the fear of Muslims that others do, so that part was less applicable to me, although I am almost embarrassed to admit that it never occurred to me to visit a Mosque or Islamic Center here. It would be such a great educational experience.

Muslims, Christians, and Jesus
Understanding the World of Islam and Overcoming the Fears That Divide Us
by Carl Medearis
Bethany House

Bethany House Publishers
Religion & Spirituality
Pub Date 07 Nov 2017

I am reviewing a copy of Muslims, Christians and Jesus through Bethany House Publishers and Netgalley:

This book encourages us to not be flippant or mean when we are talking to Muslims about Christ. We are encouraged to be both genuine and patient and to speak respectfully. When we tell them about Jesus terms like Jesus the Christ and Messiah are acceptable terms.

The author encourages us not to treat the Muslims faith with disregard. We are reminded too that we should not judge all Muslims by the acts of extremists. We are encouraged to show them Jesus Loves by example.

I give Muslims, Christians and Jesus four out of five stars!

Happy Reading!