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I am appalled at some denominations who claim they are followers of Christ yet they go around preaching hell and damnation in order to get converts. I truly believe that mainstream Christianity is the most bigoted religion on the face of this earth, no offense to the true followers of Jesus. There is absolutely no relevance in the practice of the preachings. Even I, a non-Christian, can see this and I am offended actually. I think the story of Jesus is absolutely beautiful as well as the other christs of the pagans, but I do agree that Jesus is different from them which is why I am pursuing my relationship with him. I just want to know if his teachings apply to your practice, which, in my own opinion ofcourse, I hardly see in mainstream Christianity.

How do you define a true follower of Jesus?

2007-01-26 13:14:45 · 12 answers · asked by The Scientist 1 in Society & Culture Religion & Spirituality

12 answers

The true muslim=a true follower of Jesus


The original, unchanged revelations given to Abraham and other prophets(like Moses and Jesus ) reaching back to Adam all came from the One True God(The Creator). This common origin explains their similarities in many beliefs and values


However, over time the teachings of the various religions, due to a variety of reasons, have become distorted and mixed with made-man ideas.


The last Prophet and Messenger of God, Muhammad , who is a direct descendant of Abraham through his first born son, Ishmael, was sent with the Last Guidance, Revelation and Testament, the Holy Qur'an(koran) to amend and correct the changes and corruption made to the the "Torah" which was sent to Moses and theTrue Gospel of Jesus.To say the truth ,God preserved all the other Holy Books plainly by preserving His Last Book the Holy Qur'an(koran)which contains the right and the truth of all that was changed in those other Books.


This is why this last Revelation which was sent 1423 years ago has remained unchanged, not even a word or a letter has been altered.


There is not even one word of difference between two Arabic Qur'ans, anywhere in the world. There has been no disagreements in history among Muslims as to what should and should not be in the Qur'an. However, in the case of the Bible, even the most ancient manuscripts conflict with one another so that no two are identical. Footnotes in all modern versions of the Bible prove this fact.


These revisions serve as concrete proofs that all the Biblical books are not at all divinely inspired. This is because it is beyond man's ability to correct the work of his Creator, who alone is Almighty and perfect



It was only natural for Almighty God to preserve the scripture revealed to Prophet Muhammad, because he was the last Prophet and Final Messenger of God.


Islam teaches us that we must pray directly to God without an intermediary and no soul can bear the burden of another and that the nature of humanity is good, and we did not inherit sin from Adam. Each soul comes into being free of sin.in Islam there are no priests or clergy -- each worshipper, man or woman, has a direct relationship with their Merciful Creator -- Almighty God. Since God is the Owner and Sustainer of everything, as well as the only one who can provide true and complete forgiveness, it is completely futile to try to approach Him through anyone else.


The oneness and universality of God's message requires that people accept all the messengers of God. Rejecting one of them amounts to rejecting them all. The Jews reject Jesus's mission and Muhammad's mission; the Christians reject Muhammad's mission; whereas the Muslims accept them all, but reject incorrect historical interpretations and human elements in these missions.


As the Qur'an is the final revelation and Muhammad is the final prophet, humanity is obligated to accept it: "If anyone desires a religion other than Islam, never will it be accepted of him; and in the Hereafter he will be in the ranks of those who have lost all spiritual good" (3:86).


The Final Prophet Muhammad said: "Whoever believes there is no god but God, alone without partner, that Muhammad is His messenger, that Jesus is messenger of God, and that Paradise and Hell are true, shall be received by God into Heaven."


you can do that now as you are reading these lines is to pronounce the two confirmations and attestations of faith, here it is




I BEAR WITNESS THAT THERE IS NO GOD WORTHY OF WORSHIP EXCEPT ALLAH ( ARABIC WORD MEANS ONE GOD-THE CREATOR). AND I BEAR WITNESS THAT MUHAMMAD IS HIS SERVANT AND MESSENGER. I BEAR WITNESS THAT JESUS IS HIS SERVANT AND MESSENGER.



The right picture of lslam is conveyed in the Qur'an, which is exemplified by Prophet Muhammad peace be upon him. The reality is that it is not fair to judge a religion by the actions of its followers alone because there are good and bad followers in every religion. The correct thing to do is to judge a religion by its documented revelation from God and the prophet who brought that revelation.

I encourage Christians and other religions to learn about Islam from Muslim sources and The Basis Of The Muslim Belief and not rely on second hand information which in many cases is distorted or contains a deep seated anti Muslim agenda. This is indeed a more scholarly approach


For more info


http://www.islamdoor.com

http://www.thetruereligion.org


BestWishes

2007-01-26 15:05:19 · answer #1 · answered by BeHappy 5 · 0 1

I'm not christian, but I follow what Jesus taught. I believe what he taught is the way for everyone to live and for the world to be beautiful and happy. The important stuff. Love-unconditionally. There are reasons why some people do what would be considered bad things. Understanding. Understanding why people do certain things and loving those people. Peace-turning the other cheek when someone tries to hurt you. Live and let live. Most important Love and care for others that need help. That's what I define a true follower of Jesus.

2007-02-01 03:48:22 · answer #2 · answered by Rosalind S 4 · 0 0

If someone really follows the teachings of Jesus, the person becomes a muslim as Jesus himself was a muslim...
To be Muslim is to be in submission and obedience to God. He is the one God who has no partner. Nothing is like Him. He is the Creator, not the created, nor a part of His creation. He is All-Powerful, absolutely Just, All-Knowing, All-Merciful, the Supreme, the Sovereign. There is no entity worthy of worship besides Him.

Jesus never claimed that he is son of God.. There is not a single unambgious statement in Bible which proves this..... All the other statements used by so-called chrisitans are used out of context. Read the context and you will find that Jesus is not son of god.
May God help you.. find the real truth...

2007-01-26 13:33:57 · answer #3 · answered by Proud Muslim 3 · 0 0

There are no true followers of jesus. There are many who try but all fall short. It is impossible to live the way jesus describes in the bible and it goes totally against human nature which is more powerful. It has nothing to do with devils or demons. Mankind behaves in the way surroundings and circumstances dictate regardless of ancient writings.

2016-05-24 03:48:55 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

This is a beautiful question and I must say I feel you. However,you have already started to do the right thing by studying the life of Christ.Don't you mind "mainstream Christians", please continue to watch what Christ did and follow Him.
Many "main stream Christians" are doing their own thing under the guise of the name christian. Their day will come and they will be dealt with. Your focus should not be on them it should be on Him. It's all about Him.
I would like to if I may offer a word of advice. Talk to Him as you do a friend cause that what He desires. Also, continue to study his life and teachings especially in Matthew, Mark, Luke and John His supernatural power will guide in the path you should follow. He has already began to lead you because He loves you. He desires to have the most deep relationship with you and as you allow Him He will.
God Bless You.

2007-01-26 13:48:03 · answer #5 · answered by tippytip 1 · 0 0

There is only one Jesus
A true follower of Jesus is the one who follows all the Ten Commandments and loves God and does what God tells them to do. Also believes in the Bible

God Bless You

2007-01-26 13:21:09 · answer #6 · answered by ? 6 · 0 1

If Jesus is in front of you he should let you know to follow him then you will be a true follower of Jesus, otherwise it is a myth to me, a figure of culture and belief.

2007-01-26 13:20:58 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

I can tell you that Jesus preached about hell because it is a fact. So don't get upset because we tell the truth.

After all, isn't it TRUTH you want? Or would you rather be mislead?

Jesus said, if you are TRULY my disciples, then you will keep my Word, and you will know the TRUTH and the TRUTH will set you free!!!!!!!!!!!

Free indeed !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! HELL IS THE TRUTH, JUST AS HEAVEN IS THE TRUTH!!!!

2007-01-26 13:21:44 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

I appreciate your concern, but this is what we believe, we must tell the truth. Don't blame Christian people if they preach about hell, blame the Bible, that's what the bible says.

2007-01-26 13:20:35 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0 1

A person who has faith in him, beleives that he rose from the dead and died for our sins

2007-01-26 15:57:02 · answer #10 · answered by Tixhaj 2 · 0 0

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