Permission to Ask

Christian believers are encouraged to ask questions. As children, we are taught that God is big enough and kind enough to handle our questions and doubts. We hear the story of Jacob wrestling with God and know that we can do that too. We study scripture, asking questions of the text, God, and each other. We are allowed to read books that probe hard theological questions. We are enamored with the vastness of the mystery of God and know that while we search the depths of who He is, there will always be more to discover.

Muslims are taught that it is shameful to have doubts and questions about God and that it is akin to disobeying Him. Muslim scholars alone are allowed to study their holy texts. Normal Muslims are not considered learned enough to ask questions of God. They must bring their queries to a scholar and blindly accept what they are told. The teachings of Islam are full of holes, but the Enemy has blinded their eyes and bound their minds with the lie that asking questions about their religion will displease God.

Prayer

Lord, I pray that you would set Muslims free today from the binding lie that asking questions of You is wrong. Where they expect anger and disappointment, would You meet them tenfold with Your kindness and wisdom? Please show them that You encourage them to seek You, that You love it when they ask, and that You are delighted that they want to know You. When You open the door to them, may they see Jesus welcoming them in.