Endorsements

Josh McDowell

Position: 
Author/Speaker
Organization: 
Josh McDowell Ministries

I highly recommend Abdu Murray and his ministry, Embrace The Truth International.  As a former Muslim who came to faith in Christ after studying the evidence for Christianity, Islam, and other major worldviews, Abdu is uniquely qualified to equip Christians to do the same. He knows both the intellectual and personal barriers that keep others from knowing Christ and offers a powerful way to reach the mind and the heart.   Abdu has trained our staff and volunteers on how to address tough questions about the gospel and how to show respect for others.  His wealth of knowledge, his sharp mind, and his winsome attitude will benefit anyone who wants not only to defend their faith, but also reach out to others.  I’m proud to work alongside Abdu and you will be too.

Paul Copan, Ph. D.

Position: 
Professor and Pledger Family Chair of Philosophy and Ethics
Organization: 
Palm Beach Atlantic University, West Palm Beach, Florida

"The ministry of Abdu Murray and Embrace The Truth  is strategic, well-informed, winsome, and credible.  In light of Abdu's Islamic background and his thoughtful conversion to Christ, he is well-positioned not only to present Islam's intellectual and spiritual shortcomings, but to defend the gospel's rational integrity as well as show forth the glory and beauty of salvation in Christ.  I encourage you to strongly support this important kingdom work." 

 

Michael R. Licona Ph.D.

Position: 
Associate Professor in Theology
Organization: 
Houston Baptist University

I have been involved in apologetics ministry for over a decade and have known and worked with Abdu in evangelism and apologetics for more than half of that time.  He is a dynamic speaker with a unique background that allows him to bring an inspiring and challenging message to both non-believers and believers alike. Abdu maintains a nice balance between confidence and humility that is too often absent among public speakers.  I can say without reservation that Abdu is an engaging speaker who provides content that satisfies the mind as well as the heart

Dr. Frank Turek

Position: 
Founder & President
Organization: 
CrossExamined.org

Abdu Murray’s personal background as a Muslim who embraced the gospel after intensely studying the evidence for Islam and Christianity make his ministry invaluable to any church or organization that takes the Great Commission seriously.  As a seasoned lawyer and Christian apologist, Abdu understands evidence and arguments and how to persuasively put them together. Speaker and author/co-author of:

  • I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist
  • Correct, NOT Politically Correct
  • Legislating Morality

Stuart McCallister

Position: 
Regional Director, Americas
Organization: 
Ravi Zacharias International Ministries

Abdu Murray [is] a gifted and able public speaker. I have heard Abdu’s presentations and I believe he speaks with clarity, focus and holds the audience’s attention.  He studies his subject matter well and knows how to present it to an audience in a manner that will compel their interest.  I believe he will be an informative and stimulating addition to any agenda which he is asked to address.

Alan Shlemon

Organization: 
Stand To Reason

I’ve heard Abdu speak and can say he is a gifted speaker who is able to challenge believers and non-believers alike on topics such as Islam, atheism, and worldviews.  His insight will equip the Church to be more effective at reaching others with the truth.

Tony Rea

Abdu Murray endorsements
Position: 
Senior Pastor
Organization: 
Community Christian Church

Like you, I’m very careful about who I invite to speak to my congregation, and I highly recommend Abdu to you.  He would be great for mid-week or weekend services, conferences, outreach events, and teaching on apologetics and world religions.

Randy Tomko

Abdu Murray endorsements
Position: 
Senior Pastor
Organization: 
Rockpointe Community Church

We invited Embrace The Truth  to speak to our congregation some years ago and have enjoyed and been blessed by the relationship ever since.  The whole team gives solid and compelling presentations that challenge skeptics and believers alike.

Abdu, a former Muslim and now committed follower of Jesus Christ, from personal experience addresses not only the intellectual integrity that drew him to Christianity, but he addresses the barriers of the heart and will that were difficult to overcome.

I highly recommend Embrace The Truth and Abdu Murray to any church or organization that is looking to engage the world with the gospel.

Steve Norman

Abdu Murray endorsements
Position: 
Teaching Pastor
Organization: 
Kensington Church

I encourage you to invite Abdu Murray to speak at your church and minister to your congregation.  I’ve had Abdu speak at our church and it was a great experience.  He is a dynamic speaker with a unique background that allows him to bring an inspiring and challenging message that your congregation needs to hear.