🏵️🏵️🏵️ Thank you Nils for writing on this.

However, as a Muslim, I would like to offer a different perspective. Islam teaches us that the purpose of life is to worship God alone and to follow the guidance sent by Him.

The Quran says: "And We have indeed created man in the best of stature; then We return him to the lowest of the low, except those who believe and do righteous deeds: for they shall have a reward unfailing" (Quran 95:4-6).

This verse highlights the importance of faith and righteous deeds in achieving spiritual growth and success.

Your concerns, Nils, about the decline of Christianity can be alleviated by recognizing that true faith is not measured by its external influence or popularity.

As the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: "The strong one among you is not one who overpowers others physically, but rather one who controls his own soul" (Bukhari). This Hadith emphasizes the importance of inner strength and character over external achievements.

Furthermore, Islam teaches that faith is a personal relationship between an individual and God, and it is not dependent on external factors such as social trends or societal norms.

The Quran says: "And if you turn away, He has appointed no authority over you, but with God is your Lordship, and His Apostle and those who believe, but if you turn away, He will deal with you in a manner by which none could bear" (Quran 13:30-31).

This verse highlights the freedom and autonomy that Muslims have in their relationship with God.

In conclusion, I understand your perspectives, Nils, but I believe that Islam provides a more comprehensive understanding of faith and its relationship with God. By focusing on internal spirituality and personal character development, Muslims can maintain their faith despite external challenges.

Watch this video for more insights on this topic:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NE3M26RNgzg&ab_channel=%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B4%D9%8A%D8%AE%D9%8An%D8%A8%D9%8An%D8%A8%D9%8An%D9%81%D9%8At%D9%88%D9%8ADi & AbdulAlAwadi