The Islamic Inversion: Exposing the Contrary and Ironic Aspects of Islamic Theology

Any endeavor to lead Muslims to Christ comes with its own unique frustrations. Attempts to get Muslims into Gods Word often seem to go nowhere. Islam generates a steady stream of barricades and firewalls that systematically thwart efforts to share the good news of Jesus Christ.

Ironically enough, the hidden opportunities to lead Muslims to Christ may actually be found in the very assaults Muslims make on core Christian doctrines. Islamic theology conforms to a certain pattern of spiritual reversal when contrasted against sound Christian doctrine. By recognizing these patterns, Christians can find new ways to interact with Muslims in a manner that is nonconfrontational without denying the exclusivity and power of the gospel. With prayer and love, the follower of Christ may use these antiparellels, or inversions, to find a unique and peculiar avenue to share the good news with Muslims.

Robert has spent the last 15 years studying Islamic theology and interacting with Muslims from his home town and around the world. He has spoken in numerous church settings and at the southeast Regional International Students Incorporated retreat to help equip Christians to understand the Islamic thought process. He currently runs a blog comparing and contrasting Islamic and Christian theology at www.unravelingislam.com.
Robert graduated from the University of Illinois with a Bachelors degree in Teaching of Mathematics and Physics. He possesses a Masters in Religion with an emphasis in Islamic-Christian interaction from Urbana Theological Seminary. Robert has been married to his wife Mary for over 12 years.
Robert currently works as a contractor for the Army Corps of Engineers as an Application Data Base Analyst.