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An Unplanted Field

“The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.” (Matthew 9:37-38)

Did you know that Muslims are the largest unreached people group in the world? There are nearly 1.5 billion Muslims who have never heard the good news of the Gospel. The Muslim people are earnest in desiring to please God, yet they have no knowledge of the Gift that leads to Eternal Life. Increasing numbers are looking for answers that will satisfy their hunger for God. We must be available to them to show them the path that leads to Life. They have no way of escape except through the Gospel.

So how can we reach this largely untapped people group?

Below are five Keys to help crack Islam’s pull over the Muslim world:

1)  Pray

The Scriptures tell us that the “fervent prayers of a righteous man avail much”. We need to pray regularly that the powerful Light of the Gospel will penetrate Islam so that all whom “God has called will be saved.”

2)  Recognize the Need
Christians must recognize that Jesus won’t return until the Great Commission is fulfilled. Jesus commands us to “Go and make disciples of all nations” which includes the unreached descendants of Ishmael.

3)  Understand Muslim Culture
Open the Gates has resources to help you with this which you can access through our website or by contacting us through email. The best way, however, to understanding Muslim culture is through sincere committed relationships.

4)  Build Relationships

The Muslims who live in the United States are hungry for fellowship. They need help adjusting to American society and culture. There are many opportunities through work, neighborhoods, schools, and volunteer activities to become acquainted with the Muslims in your community.

5)  Know how to answer Islam’s Five Objections
Open the Gates offers classes and resources that answer “Islam’s Five Objections to Christianity” which you can find on our website. Loving, patient, sincere, and educated answers are paramount in winning your Muslim friend’s heart for the Gospel.

For more information about Daniel’s ministry, go to openthegates.org