Hiding in the Light: Why I Risked Everything to Leave Islam and Follow Jesus - Hardcover

Bary, Rifqa

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1601426968 ISBN 13: 9781601426963

Publisher: Waterbrook Press (A Division of Random House Inc), 2015

Synopsis

Rifqa Bary grew up in a devout Muslim home, obediently following her parents' orders to practice the rituals of Islam. But God was calling her to freedom and love. He was calling her to true faith. He was calling her to give up everything. Leaving Islam for Christianity cost her more than she imagined but gave more than she could have dreamed. Hiding in the Light is the story of Rifqa's remarkable spiritual journey from Islam to Christianity. It is also the untold story of how she ran from her father's threats to find refuge with strangers in Florida, only to face a controversial court case that reached national headlines. Most of all, it is the story of a young girl who made life-changing sacrifices to follow Jesus-and who inspires us to do the same. Teens and young adults will be moved by Rifqa's story of standing up to religious persecution, literally giving up everything to follow her faith.

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"Rifqa Bary's story is a powerful testimony to standing for the truth in the face of many difficulties and tall odds. In the words of this young woman who has already been through so much, we are painted a picture of stark cultural contrast--that of slavery and liberty, duty and love, and bondage and freedom. As much as anything, this is a story about the first freedom upon which America was built--the freedom to believe and live one's life according to those beliefs. Rifqa's inspiring story reminds us why we must continue to stand for faith and freedom!"
--Tony Perkins, president of Family Research Council
"Rifqa Bary's story unveils God as the Father to the fatherless whose pursuit of His children is fiercely beautiful. Once I started reading, I couldn't put it down. She invites readers to walk beside her on her fascinating road and to see the God she saw when she said her very brave yes to Jesus."
--Sara Hagerty, author of Every Bitter Thing Is Sweet
"An extraordinary glimpse into the faith of a Christ-follower and the sovereignty of God. Rifqa's story informs, inspires, and empowers."
--Max Lucado, pastor and author
"This is truly an inspirational story of a young Muslim girl's journey into the arms of Jesus and the discovery that Jesus is everything that she had been looking for. Her heartbreaking journey is hard to fathom, and yet her suffering was the one thing that led her to Jesus. This story will give you not only insight into what it means for a Muslim to convert to Christianity and the heavy price associated with that, but also the importance of Christians breaking through the stereotypes and reaching out to Muslims in love."
--Naghmeh Abedini, wife of imprisoned pastor Saeed Abedini
"Not only does Rifqa Bary's story bring to light key tenets of Islam we so need to understand, it will show you the courage true faith provides. This is a book you will finish in a hurry, as you'll want to know what happens next! Thank you, dear Rifqa, for counting all as loss for the sake of our Savior."
--Kay Arthur, cofounder of Precept Ministries International and author of When the Hurt Runs Deep
"Enrapturing heart and spirit, Rifqa masterfully shares insights into immigrant Muslim life, tearing the veil of mystery with the power of the gospel. Although chronicling her own account, her words echo the cries of young Muslim women worldwide, and manifest on each page is the signature of our sovereign God. Rifqa's story is authored by Jesus--come read what He's written."
--Dr. Nabeel Qureshi, best-selling author of Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus and speaker with Ravi Zacharias International Ministries
"I hope you can feel the gentleness of Rifqa's heart as I did when I read her story--I love it! In my own experience as a child, I had hidden in a cocoon of despair and lived with the brutality of loneliness--I understand how she felt. When you give your heart to Jesus Christ, you have to be brave. I was so touched by the sadness and the joy of someone who never denied Jesus."
--Nicky Cruz, evangelist and author of Run, Baby, Run
"Rifqa is my hero, and this book details her amazing story never before told in its entirety. Even though it was all over the national news, if you thought you knew what really happened--think again. I stayed up all night reading this book. Hiding in the Light is a testament to what happens when one ordinary person is touched by the one extraordinary Savior of the World."
--John Stemberger, president and general counsel, Florida Family Policy Council

Rifqa Bary s story is a powerful testimony to standing for the truth in the face of many difficulties and tall odds. In the words of this young woman who has already been through so much, we are painted a picture of stark cultural contrast that of slavery and liberty, duty and love, and bondage and freedom. As much as anything, this is a story about the first freedom upon which America was built the freedom to believe and live one s life according to those beliefs. Rifqa s inspiring story reminds us why we must continue to stand for faith and freedom!
Tony Perkins, president of Family Research Council
Rifqa Bary s story unveils God as the Father to the fatherless whose pursuit of His children is fiercely beautiful. Once I started reading, I couldn t put it down. She invites readers to walk beside her on her fascinating road and to see the God she saw when she said her very brave yes to Jesus.
Sara Hagerty, author of Every Bitter Thing Is Sweet
An extraordinary glimpse into the faith of a Christ-follower and the sovereignty of God. Rifqa s story informs, inspires, and empowers.
Max Lucado, pastor and author
This is truly an inspirational story of a young Muslim girl s journey into the arms of Jesus and the discovery that Jesus is everything that she had been looking for. Her heartbreaking journey is hard to fathom, and yet her suffering was the one thing that led her to Jesus. This story will give you not only insight into what it means for a Muslim to convert to Christianity and the heavy price associated with that, but also the importance of Christians breaking through the stereotypes and reaching out to Muslims in love.
Naghmeh Abedini, wife of imprisoned pastor Saeed Abedini
Not only does Rifqa Bary s story bring to light key tenets of Islam we so need to understand, it will show you the courage true faith provides. This is a book you will finish in a hurry, as you ll want to know what happens next! Thank you, dear Rifqa, for counting all as loss for the sake of our Savior.
Kay Arthur, cofounder of Precept Ministries International and author of When the Hurt Runs Deep
Enrapturing heart and spirit, Rifqa masterfully shares insights into immigrant Muslim life, tearing the veil of mystery with the power of the gospel. Although chronicling her own account, her words echo the cries of young Muslim women worldwide, and manifest on each page is the signature of our sovereign God. Rifqa s story is authored by Jesus come read what He s written.
Dr. Nabeel Qureshi, best-selling author of Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus and speaker with Ravi Zacharias International Ministries
I hope you can feel the gentleness of Rifqa s heart as I did when I read her story I love it! In my own experience as a child, I had hidden in a cocoon of despair and lived with the brutality of loneliness I understand how she felt. When you give your heart to Jesus Christ, you have to be brave. I was so touched by the sadness and the joy of someone who never denied Jesus.
Nicky Cruz, evangelist and author of Run, Baby, Run
Rifqa is my hero, and this book details her amazing story never before told in its entirety. Even though it was all over the national news, if you thought you knew what really happened think again. I stayed up all night reading this book. Hiding in the Light is a testament to what happens when one ordinary person is touched by the one extraordinary Savior of the World.
John Stemberger, president and general counsel, Florida Family Policy Council"

About the Author

Fatima Rifqa Bary, a native of Sri Lanka, moved with her family to the United States at the age of eight. She secretly converted from Islam to Christianity at age twelve. When her family discovered her secret four years later, she ran away from home--and her story made national headlines. Still living in an undisclosed location, Rifqa's passions are prayer, missions, and people. She also cherishes long talks with loved ones over coffee and eating lots of chicken curry.

Edition details

• Publisher: Waterbrook Press (A Division of Random House Inc)
• Publication date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1601426968
• ISBN 13: 9781601426963
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 240