On a recent “Muslim Journey to Hope” program, a former Muslim related that, in his youth, he was so devout his family followed his example and became “quite religious.” He prayed, read the Koran, and bought many books to help him understand the religion. But he still wasn’t content and “didn’t have the assurance” he was going to Heaven. He dreamed “about the day of judgment” and knew he wasn’t ready. He “tried to be a good person,” but there was “something missing.” He just “couldn’t feel peace.”

Then he met a Christian woman who told him what a difference Jesus made in her life. He started reading the Bible she gave him, initially just to improve his English. As he had questions, the woman prayed with him. He began experiencing “a tremendous change…I could feel God. I could feel someone there listening to me.” He learned that Jesus died for his sins and that he would go to Heaven if he accepted Him as his Savior.

He started going to church and heard how Jesus is humble and gentle and how He carries our burdens. One Sunday, the man went forward, prayed with the pastor, and accepted Jesus. He remembers so vividly, “It was just a very beautiful experience. I can never forget the joy I felt. Jesus really changed my life.” For the first time, he felt really free. He had peace and the assurance that he was going to Heaven.

Today, as this former Muslim learned, “There is no peace apart from Jesus.” He “is the only way.”

Make sure your life is right with the Lord and that you have peace. Spend time with Him. Let Him change you. Dedicate your life to helping others know the Good News.