# 16 Qur’an, Its Great Value, Luke 3:8, Zep 3:9.

My intension is not to disrespect and ones faith or conviction in this section, as with all. But to point to something better on the horizon. I am not an expert on Islam, nor have I been educated in it.

I have noticed some fine things about it and it's power in the lives of many.

For many Families, for countless generations, the words of the prophets have been a stabilising force, a compass in their search for the Living God. Keeping them free from the guilt shared in common by many Christian faiths. Islam certainly stands alone.

Even though i'm sure issues exist among Her ranks, I am not from Islam but from what I have seen from mankind, troubles must exist.

The Quran, from the outside, looks to be largely sourced from similar Bible writers and prophets of old. Even frequently counselling on the same topics.

It has provided Muslims with direction and has been a guide for God’s wisdom and thinking on life’s journey, for generations.

Being such, a book from prophets, it may be time, now, for Islam to examine the prophecies of God’s messengers that were recorded in the Hebrew and Christian Greek Scriptures, as prophecy indicates that the time is fast approaching when, as the prophet says at Zephaniah 3;9, "For then I shall give to the peoples the change to a pure language, in order for them ALL to call upon the name of name of Jehovah, in order to serve Him Shoulder to shoulder."

As we previously discussed, multiple Bible writers, the prophets, deserve to be listened to.

This text alone from the prophet Zephaniah indicates that such a day is to come, spoken as if by God's mouth.

That's not to say they will ever join the ranks of Christianity, No! For they have all fallen short of worship that is acceptable, as spelt out by the prophets.

But The Living God is able to raise up for Abraham offspring not of his loins.

He can and will create a family, his seed, by means of faith and obedience. Lu 3;8 says; "For God is able to raise up children to Abraham from these stones."

Those to be blessed by The Great One, however, if are to serve "Shoulder to shoulder", suggests that by God's instruction, ALL, are to become Abrahams children, Brothers. So then, A NEW PURE language of Love is to become the norm. No more us and them. No more dredging up pain passed on from our forefathers. Truly, a new beginning.

A wise person keeps on taking in information so as to direct his steps into the future.

2 Tim 3;15 "The Holy writings which are able to make you wise for salvation". 2 Tim 3;16 tells; "All scripture is inspired of God and beneficial for setting things straight".

If the path you and all have always trod has sign posts, here and there, but you ignore them, especially if proven to be messages from God, would it be wise to just keep on walking with your eye’s not seeing the entire landscape before us? A person refusing could fall into a pit, could they not?

Your Heart is involved!

I once heard a discussion in a market place, between two men, one a some years younger than the other. Both Muslim, both of Islam.

The younger asked, “Why is it that we are to keep ourselves from alcohol?”

The older replied, something like, "it’s in the prophets", or Qur’an. He obviously having already decided in his heart that he would follow, to the letter, the words within.

The younger however was still using his thinking ability to reason out these things.

Not by questioning the wisdom of the prophet, but trying to make sure he was comfortable with the information and trying to assess how such a decision would sit with him personally.

I’m not certain, but I wonder if possibly this text was inspired by the account in the Bible that speaks of a family head who instructed his children and his children’s children to “not dwell inside the city walls, but dwell outside in tents, so as not to be caught in any siege and to drink no intoxicating liquor, so as to keep their senses”. Something like that, I think.

I can’t find where that is right now. Maybe you can? Although these requirements were in addition to the law handed down through Israel, God blessed them for listening to the voice of their father.

I’m sure Allah is well aware of your devotion also.

The point being; To live a complete life of dedication, a person must take in the information and make a personal choice so as to be firm in any conviction, correct?

There is more to learn than what to abstain from! Love; "A perfect bond of union"Col3;14.

Is required for any sustainable relationship, with God and even our Brothers.

Sadly though, love isn’t always displayed by Muslim’s as is the case in most religions.

I was walking through a city park with my niece and her Muslim husband, a Moroccan man, very hospitable. It was a lovely day, I was enjoying with family, I saw other Muslims approaching, so I became excited. Why?

I thought in my heart, “this will be great, these Brothers and Sisters surely will great each other with a kiss, bidding each other good day and be blessed by the others company”.

With Jehovah’s Witnesses, when I walked with them, before they became unclean, if we meet anyone new, well, we are so happy to make their acquaintance that we usually can hardly tear ourselves away.

What happened with these Muslims? They didn’t even acknowledge each other or even make eye contact.

I asked the husband about this missed opportunity, “No! We never great others unless they are family or known to you”, which to me sounded thoroughly illogical.

“If Islam is ‘The Way’ how can there be disunity?” In fact how can anyone from any faith not love his Brother, if he too is likewise acceptable to Allah, The Living God? What will you do if you are to live alongside this one in Paradise???

 I believe there is distrust and factions within Islam. Which makes no sense that tradition and custom, handed down from men, Not God, dictates who you love.

ALL are created by the Holy One, are they not? That is why God will wash us clean, by means of instruction, to become a genuine family. Da 11; 32-35.

That is why we will all have but One Father, One Way foreword. God's way, not mans, because man cannot help but stuff it up. As history repeatedly has born out.

As is noted by world media there are more than a few groups who seem to look to retaliation and violence as a first resort. Whereas the Word of God clearly say’s “God hates those who love Violence”. A warning for all faiths and governments.

Psalm 11; 5, an interesting verse, written by the king David who was blessed by God, a man of war, but he knew the limits. He being also a prophet, surely should be listened too, don’t you think?

Of course, like all mankind, you have free will. And your course is yours to take. Whether for good or bad, right or wrong.

But considering where we are currently in the stream of time, should we be like the young man who wanted to be sure he understood his decision, or like the older and just continue with what has been accepted, without being certain it’s still the means of salvation by God’s grace and power?

Likewise don’t think that if by adjusting your family’s course you are abandoning tradition or joining others formerly unclean in your eyes. “For all have fallen short of the glory of God.” Romans 3: 23.

Job was from the East, he stood out as different from others. Yet he was not of Islam or Christianity or even Israel. And I'm pretty sure, not a descendant of Abraham. Yet he gained God's approval.

His faith in the Great God was rewarded. So why do we judge others as unfit or unclean if God knows the heart???

Written by the very prophet who penned many of the prophecies being fulfilled right now, today! Jehovah (Allah) the great God is preparing the way. His warrior king will soon remove his enemies and bring a large reward for those hoping in his name. May you, My brother, My Sister. Be among the countless ones spoken of by the prophets like this. Revelation 7: 2, 3.

“And I saw another angel ascending from the sunrising, having a seal of the living God; and he cried with a loud voice to the four angels to whom it was granted to harm the earth and the sea, saying: “Do not harm the earth or the sea or the trees, until after we have sealed the slaves of our God in the foreheads.”

9 – 17. After these things I saw, and look! A great crowd, which no man was able to number (God knows who are his), out of all nations and tribes and peoples and tongues, standing before the throne and before the Lamb, dressed in white robes; (clean in God’s eyes), and there were palm branches in their hands. (A symbol of joy and peace) And they kept on crying with a loud voice, saying: “Salvation we owe to our God, who is seated on the throne, and to the Lamb”. And all the angels were standing around the throne and the elders and the four living creatures, and they fell upon their faces before the throne and worshipped God, saying: “Amen! The blessing and the glory and the wisdom and the thanksgiving and the honour and the power and the strength be to our God forever and ever. Amen.” 13, And in response one of the elders said to me: (that is to John the prophet) “those who are dressed in the white robes, who are they and where did they come from? So right away I said to him: “My lord, you are the one that knows.” And he said to me: “these are the ones that come out of the great tribulation (Mt 24:21), and they have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the lamb, (1John 1: 17, Cleansed by Jesus’ blood). That is why they are before the throne of God; and they have rendered him sacred service day and night in his temple; and the one seated on the throne will spread his tent over them. (Imagine, we, invited to stay under God’s tent). They will hunger no more nor thirst anymore, neither will the sun beat down on them nor any scorching heat, because the Lamb, who is in the midst of the throne, will shepherd them, and he will guide them to fountains of waters of life. (Spiritual nourishment and refreshment) And God will wipe out every tear from their eyes.”

What a beautiful scene, what a magnificent promise from; our Creator, our Father, our God. No more violence, senseless bloodshed or heartache.

Tell me, what religious background does this section say these ones are from???

It doesn't does it? Not Jehovah's Witness, Not Baptist, Not a particular sect ion of Islam nor religion from the east etc. No! But God blessed them anyway, didn't he???

He, by his provision of the kingdom arrangement, will instruct us to benefit ourselves.

And he who begs all through the prophet Isaiah 48: 16- 19. “Come near to me, you people. Hear this. From the start I have spoken in no place of concealment at all. From the time of its occurring I have been there.” And now the sovereign Lord Jehovah himself has sent me, even his spirit. This is what the Jehovah has said, your repurchaser, the Holy one of Israel: “I, Jehovah, am your God, the One teaching you to benefit yourself, the one causing you to tread in the way in which you should walk. O if only you would actually pay attention to my commandments! Then your peace would become just like a river, and your righteousness like the waves of the sea. (Peaceful, powerful, unstoppable). And your offspring would become just like the sand, (without number) and the descendants from your inward parts like the grains of it. One’s name would not be cut off or be annihilated from before me.”

Considering the peaceful spiritual environment, the Paradise to come, Which the scriptures indicate will be here on Earth in a restored land.

We also can have confidence that our God will certainly be all things to us and we will be eternally grateful. Who would dare then, in that day, promote another way? Only a fool.

Yes the Qur'an has been a pivotal influence on many nations of people. Adding great value to the lives of countless. Not comparing Islam to other faiths.

Others also have devoted their entire lives, delving into writings of old. God wants more for us that endless study. Ecclesiastes 5: 18, "Look! The best thing that I myself have seen, which is pretty, is that one should eat and drink and see good for his hard work with which he has worked hard under the sun - For God has given him, this is his portion." He, the true God, wants all to "live", "enjoy your life", WITH your "husband and wife, your little ones and all mankind." Sure, spiritual things are important, but so is living. it's a gift from God. LIVE!

The road ahead is laid out. There are also side roads not leading to God’s approval. What one are we on? May your name prove to be forever in God’s (Allah’s) heart! To time indefinite even forever.

man in expectation :)

The following are snippets from a publication provided by God Fearing men to possibly assist you in your search for clarification and truth.

The mash-up! "You must love Jehovah your God, with your whole Heart, Mind, Soul and Strength and keep His Commandments. If you do, you will be wise enough to bypass any trial with ease, and have an indefinitely lasting name with The Living One. Those who fail to take these things to heart, will suffer shame and fall short in a large way, all that is his, will be destroyed and cease to exist.

You who love Him, however, will flourish with joy, under the tent cloths of Jehovah, always." Ecc 12:13, Mark 12:30 and Ps 37:18-20.