[sasha123]

It specifically states in the bible, if you deny before men, I will deny you before my father who is in heaven. Orally converting to Islam is an indirect denial of Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. But, we have a forgiving God and I believe he will forgive him. But, there may come a day when we have to choose as stated in Revelations, and during that time, names will be blotted from the book of life. So, this decision appears to be a very serious one before God. May we pray for grace and a strong commitment with Him.

[conservative blonde]

Very well said.

[DaughterofEve]

I'll forgo the Peter analogy, as it has already been done on this very thread. Blessings!

[keats5]

You're so right. It's good to ponder this issue and resolve how we intend to respond should we ever be put to the test. Otherwise, we'll quickly cave in without serious consideration of the consequences. Obviously, remaining loyal to Christ under the threat of death would be a rare and difficult response. It's true that Christ reinstated Peter after Peter denied Christ three times. Ironically, we are tempted to downplay a coerced confession because our God is so wonderfully forgiving and merciful. But the Bible indicates that at some point, our failure to remain loyal to Christ, even under thread of being beheaded, will have eternal consequences.

And the smoke of their torment rises for ever and ever. There is no rest day or night for those who worship the beast and his image, or for anyone who receives the mark of his name."
Revelation 14:10-12