Plenty of reasons why Muslims revere Jesus

It is that time of the year when our Christian brothers celebrate Xmas festivities to mark the birth of Jesus. And it is an opportune time to look at the doctrinal relationship between Islam and Christianity, two of the great divine faiths in the world. Perhaps, most Christians may not know that Islam, Judaism and Christianity share same origins and have many similarities, and hence often referred to as Abrahamic faiths by theologians.

Christians believe Jesus is a Son of God, and worship him. Muslims believe Jesus is the Messiah prophesied in the Torah, and a Messenger of the Word of God. The Jews believe Jesus was not a Prophet but an imposter. The main point of departure between Islam and Christianity is the divinity the latter attaches to Jesus. Muslims believe Jesus is one of the greatest Messengers of God, alongside others equally highly revered in the Quran, such as Abraham, Moses, Noah and Muhammad, may peace be upon them all.