Quotes from Michael Youssef
The War on Terror is ultimately a battle for the human mind and heart.
— Michael Youssef
There are only three ways to deal with non-Muslims under Islamic law: They must be converted, they must be subjugated and humiliated, or they must be eliminated
— Michael Youssef
In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world" (John 16:33). The peace that Jesus brings is divine peace, the peace of God, the only peace worthy of the name. Divine peace is the only permanent peace. Divine peace is that kind of peace you feel inside even when the world is falling apart all around you.
— Michael Youssef
In Christianity, God has promised to avenge attacks against His people. We trust the One who said, "Vengeance is mine; I will repay" (Romans 12:19 KJV)—but to the Muslim mind, this makes us look like cowards. In Islam, it's the opposite: the people are commanded to punish insults to the honor of Allah and Muhammad.
— Michael Youssef
How we relate to God is generally how we relate to others.
— Michael Youssef
we are emotional, vulnerable and hapless individuals. It is an attack on human potential."12
— Michael Youssef
The incarnation of Christ is a major stumbling block for Muslims.
— Michael Youssef
Genuine biblical Christianity does not impose itself on unwilling people at the point of a sword. If you choose to reject Jesus, you're perfectly free to do so.
— Michael Youssef
The Koran presents Allah as being forever hidden from humanity. The Bible presents Jehovah as drawing near and seeking us out.
— Michael Youssef
Even when it seems that we're surrounded by apostates and enemies, even when it seems we're alone and that everyone around us has defected, we must remember God's message to Elijah. Listen for the gentle whisper of the Spirit. Remember that God always reserves a remnant of faithful followers for himself. Therefore, stand strong in your faithfulness to the Lord, so that you will always be counted among God's faithful remnant.
— Michael Youssef
The truth that sets us free is this: Jesus is the one and only way to everlasting life.
— Michael Youssef
The first word Palestinian schoolchildren learn in their reading primers is jihad.
— Michael Youssef