The latest episode of Faith Without Frontiers podcast features Harun Ibrahim, founder of Al Hayat Ministries, an international Christian media ministry dedicated to sharing the message of Jesus with Muslim audiences around the world.
In conversation with host Gordon Showell-Rogers, Ibrahim reflects on his journey from a secular Muslim upbringing in Jerusalem to becoming a pioneer in Christian media outreach to Muslims.
Al Hayat – the Arabic word for “life” – takes its name from Jesus’ declaration in John 14:6: “I am the way, the truth and the life.” Today, the ministry reaches audiences in 12 languages through satellite television, websites, social media, music, Bible teaching and other digital platforms.
Born into a secular Muslim family, Ibrahim says religion played only a minor role in his childhood. Although he identified as Muslim, he rarely practiced the faith and eventually passed through a period of atheism as he wrestled with questions about God and eternity.
The turning point came after he married a Finnish Christian woman who prayed for him over several years. Following an encounter with a street evangelist, Ibrahim began reading the Gospel of John and became captivated by the person of Jesus. After several months of reflection, he committed his life to Christ.
The conversation explores the dramatic changes that followed, including a growing passion for Scripture, prayer and Christian ministry. Ibrahim also explains how a challenge at a missionary conference led him to dedicate his life to sharing the gospel with Muslims, first through radio and later through television and digital media.
The podcast discusses his newly published autobiography, Sharing Jesus, Shaking Islam: One Arab’s Journey from Jerusalem into Pioneering Media Missions to Muslims, which tells the story of his conversion and the development of Al Hayat’s international ministry.
Throughout the interview, Ibrahim speaks candidly about his convictions, his love for Muslim people and his desire that they encounter Christ for themselves. He also encourages Christians to pray for the Muslim world and to support efforts to reach people who have little or no access to the gospel.
This episode offers a fascinating personal testimony, insights into Christian ministry among Muslims and a behind-the-scenes look at one of the world's most influential Christian media ministries. Whether you are interested in missions, evangelism or stories of transformed lives, it is well worth a listen.
