Recently the battle betweem Muslims and Christians took a turn for the worse. It has been the giant elephant in the church and the Mosque since 9/11 but it is no longer the elepant, it is now a main topic of conversation. However, due to Terry Jones there has been a piece of news that has been virtually overlooked in the mainstream media.
Four Christians were arrested in Michigan for evangelizing during an Arab Festival. The intent was to convert Muslims to Christians. At least that is what it would seem. The group is called Acts 17 Apologetics Ministries. But according to eyewitnesses they were being very abrasive and rude. Not to mention they did everything while holding a video camera in their hands.
They were arrested in charges of breach of peace. It is an ironic charge because I do not believe that peace exists in the world between these two varying religions. However, I am certain that what these four "preachers" were doing is not in line with the way we should be representing Christ.
I am not able to judge someone else's intentions, but judging from their actions alone, I would conclude that they were not acting with sincere motives. I have a hard time understanding when people think that aggresively arguing Jesus to non-beleivers is the approach to take. I am of the mindset that the way people come to Jesus is through Christians exhibiting the love of Christ to them through their lifestyles.
While I admire the fact that these four men want to reach the Muslim community for the cause of Christ, I would hope that in the future they choose their tactics a lot better than they did this time. If we are to reach this world then we must be salt and light, not gunpowder.
In Response to the Article: Street Preachers at Arab Fest to Face Court
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