The role of miracles in the process of conversion of Muslims from Islam to Christianity: a case study in Voi

Abstract

This research stemmed up from the need of evangelizing Muslims. Muslims are known to be very resistant to the Gospel and hence the need to identify many possible ways in which Christians can lead Muslims to conversion is necessary. Folk Muslims are the majority of Muslims in Voi; these consult shamans, witchdoctors, and other groups of people who can provide solution for the problems that they do encounter in their day-to-day life. In this study the researcher set out to seek to understand the role of miracles in the process of Muslim conversion in Voi town and its environs. As the research revealed, miracles contributes more than thirty seven percent towards conversion of Muslims. Most Muslims who converted had experienced miracles of healings and deliverance from demonic oppression. Also this research revealed that many Muslims experienced miracles that led to their conversion while in their own homes. From this research, it was discovered that not all Muslims who experienced miracles converted to Christianity. This being the case, there is need to combine all methods of evangelism, which include witnessing, relationship and good conduct. Since this study established that Muslims have a good attitude towards miracles performed by Christians, Christians should seek more opportunities of visiting Muslims in their homes especially those who are in need to pray for them. However, reaching Muslims with the gospel and converting them to Christianity should be followed up with good discipleship so that there can be firm and established Christians who have converted from Islam.