Answering Islam: The Crescent in Light of the Cross

Answering Islam

The Crescent in Light of the Cross

What are the fundamental beliefs of Islam and how can Christians respond to them?

Answering Islam evaluates the claims of orthodox Islam and examines the evidence for the Christian counterclaim, preparing you with strong apologetic answers. This revised edition contains more resources and updated information throughout.

Table of Contents

1. Understanding Islamic Monotheism
2. The Islamic View of Creation and Man
3. Prophets
4. Muhammad
5. The Qur’an
6. Endtimes and Salvation
7. An Evaluation of Islamic Monotheism
8. An Evaluation of Muhammad
9. Evaluation of the Qur’an
10. A Defense of the Bible
11. A Defense of the Deity of Christ
12. Of the Trinity
13. Of Salvation by the Cross

Appendixes:

• A: Muslim Sects and Movements
• B: Muslim Religious Practices
• C: The Gospel of Barnabas

Endorsements

“This book is a must for everyone concerned about defending the Christian faith. Dr. Geisler and his coauthor, a former Muslim, have given one of the most comprehensive expositions and most complete evaluations of Islam in print.” — Josh McDowell, author, Evidence That Demands a Verdict

“Answering Islam is a valuable tool for those wrestling with the theological barriers that separate one billion Muslims from personal faith in Jesus Christ.” — Patrick Cate, president, International Missions, Inc.

“The Muslim presence in the United States continues to grow. It is important that we have a clearly written and fairly presented statement of what Muslims believe and how we as Christians may present the claims of Christ to them in a persuasive and loving way.” — Ronald Nash, Reformed Theological Seminary

“This book is a theological masterpiece, the most lucid and comprehensive theological analysis and critique of Islam from a Christian perspective I have ever seen. It is invaluable as a tool for understanding the most serious religious challenge to Christianity in the modern world.”

— Dr. R. C. Sproul, Ligonier Ministries