UK Pastor: Islam is closer to Christ than Christianity

Islamic teachings are closer to the Christ than many churches in the west

A Christian pastor has confirmed that Islamic teachings are closer to the Christ than many churches in the west, following a comparative study into both faiths.

“I know some emphases in Islamic teaching come closer to the teaching of Christ and the Bible than some teaching in Western churches,” Steve Chalke, pastor and founder of the Oasis charity, told Christian Today.

Chalke comments followed the release of his new book, Radical, in which he explained how he had come to the conclusion “Muslims and Christians worship the same God”.

“As individuals we all worship different shades of the same God,” he added.

In the Noble Qur’an, Jesus is called “Isa”. He is also known as Al-Masih (the Christ) and Ibn Maryam (Son of Mary).