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Brother Rashad (born Richard Kifer) pastored Baptist churches in Detroit for 43 years. He shares how his doubts, a young Muslim's kindness and his first prayer led him to Islam at 71, what it cost him, and the two books he wrote for reverts and for Muslims talking with Christian friends.Chapters:0:00 Welcome Brother Rashad2:17 A new name: Rashad4:32 43 years as a Baptist pastor6:53 Doubts after retirement9:07 A young Muslim at a phone store10:50 Watching his friend pray12:22 His first prayer at home14:16 'Brother, I'm a Muslim' and his shahada16:04 Actions are the best da'wah18:07 Challenges after becoming Muslim21:51 From acquaintances to brothers26:51 His book: Make Things Easy29:38 Reverts bring skills to the community32:12 His second book: What Did Jesus Really Say?38:33 Which Bible is God's word?45:13 The Qur'an is full of life52:34 A guide for talking with Christian friends56:16 This world is a short rest stop1:00:25 Closing duaSupport this work: https://beckah.org/donate#Islam #Revert #RevertStoryThe Revert Podcast · A Beckah Foundation program · beckah.org

Surat Al-Qalam, the second surah revealed to Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him. Imam Safwan Salman explains the letter Nun, why Allah swears by the pen, the Prophet's outstanding character, the traits of those who deny the truth, and the owners of the garden who forgot to say inshallah and planned to shut out the poor.Chapters:0:00 Welcome5:00 Revelation order vs the order of the mushaf8:00 Why some surahs open with letters: Nun9:32 Allah swears by the pen13:24 From Read to the pen: the first two surahs15:39 Comfort for the Prophet: you are not mad16:55 A man of outstanding character20:09 Do not give in to the deniers22:14 The traits of the deniers26:09 Why Allah teaches through real stories27:01 The owners of the garden32:44 The garden is gone34:02 Did I not tell you to say inshallah?37:16 Repentance and good hope in Allah38:46 Punishment in this world and the next40:34 Are the faithful like the wicked?44:47 The Day they cannot prostrate46:53 Allah's plan is flawless49:11 Be patient, unlike the man of the whale51:07 The Quran, a reminder to the worlds52:45 Reading, writing and learning are a duty54:55 Questions and goodbyeSupport this work: https://beckah.org/donate#Islam #Revert #TafsirThe Revert Podcast · A Beckah Foundation program · beckah.org

How did the revelation of the Qur'an begin? The cave of Hira, Jibreel's first words "Read!", Khadija's comfort, Waraqah's answer, and what revelation means for a Muslim today. The first episode of The Revelation Series: the Qur'an explained in the order it was revealed.Chapters:0:00 What revelation is: knowledge from Allah2:59 53:3-4 and 4:113 — the Sunnah is revelation too6:41 4:80 and 59:7 — obeying the Messenger8:50 42:51 — three ways Allah speaks to His messengers10:50 How it began: true dreams and seclusion in Hira14:21 Jibreel in the cave: "Read"16:26 96:1-3 — the first verses, and the meaning of ʿalaq18:56 Back to Khadija: "Allah will never disgrace you"23:20 Waraqah ibn Nawfal25:12 How revelation felt, and "a heavy word" (73:5)28:19 26:192-195 — the Trustworthy Spirit brought it down31:11 Why the Qur'an came down in stages35:51 Part 2: revelation, the source of our knowledge37:54 The hadith of Jibreel: Islam, iman and ihsan42:45 5:3 — "This day I have perfected your religion"45:20 15:9 — Allah preserves the revelation46:36 Iqra, and the meaning of ʿalaq48:35 Khadija, the first believer49:24 Waraqah's words to the Prophet (peace be upon him)50:23 Our duty to the Qur'an: recite, reflect, apply54:09 Memorizing through repetition57:19 Listening, tafsir, and starting with transliteration59:03 Closing du'aThe full series, in order: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLU0rjnDqCA7QNew to Islam or thinking about it? The Revert and Beckah Foundation are here for you: beckah.orgSupport this work: https://beckah.org/donateImam Safwan Salman · Abu HuthaifaQur'an text: quran.com · Translation: Saheeh InternationalThe Revert, a Beckah Foundation channelThe Revert Podcast · A Beckah Foundation program · beckah.org

A Vision for Our Community’s Future 🌙✨In this special Friday episode of The Revert Show, we wrap up our weekly theme — Strengthening the Fabric of the Ummah.We explore what our communities could look like if we lived fully by the Qur’an and Sunnah:✅ Families built on mercy and prayer✅ Youth who lead with faith and purpose✅ Neighbors united by kindness✅ Masajid that serve, teach, and inspire✅ A society healed by forgiveness and unity📖 “You are the best nation produced for mankind — enjoining what is right, forbidding what is wrong, and believing in Allah.” (Surah Aal-Imran 3:110)💡 Key Message: The future of our ummah begins with each of us. Change yourself — and watch the world around you transform.🎧 Listen & Watch Now:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4GolviUAyM4nJiwLHciDJR?si=b408c16f89de42b6Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-revert-podcast/id1492753830YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRevertTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therevert?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/therevertshow/Facebook: https://www.beckah.org/therevertshow#TheRevertShow #StrongUmmah #IslamicPodcast #CommunityVision #QuranAndSunnah #MuslimCommunityرؤية لمستقبل مجتمعاتنا 🌙✨في هذه الحلقة المميّزة من The Revert Show نختتم موضوع الأسبوع: تقوية نسيج الأمة.نرسم معًا صورة المجتمع المسلم كما أرادها الله ورسوله ﷺ:✅ أسر تقوم على الرحمة والصلاة✅ شباب يقودون بالإيمان والعزيمة✅ جيران يتعاملون بالمودة والإحسان✅ مساجد تكون مراكز للعلم والخدمة✅ مجتمع يشفيه العفو والوحدة📖 ﴿كُنْتُمْ خَيْرَ أُمَّةٍ أُخْرِجَتْ لِلنَّاسِ تَأْمُرُونَ بِالْمَعْرُوفِ وَتَنْهَوْنَ عَنِ الْمُنكَرِ وَتُؤْمِنُونَ بِاللَّهِ﴾ [آل عمران: 110]💡 الرسالة الأساسية: مستقبل الأمة يبدأ منّا نحن. غيّر نفسك… وسيتغيّر العالم من حولك.🎧 استمع وشاهد الآن:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4GolviUAyM4nJiwLHciDJR?si=b408c16f89de42b6Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-revert-podcast/id1492753830YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRevertTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therevert?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/therevertshow/Facebook: https://www.beckah.org/therevertshowChapters0:00 Intro4:29 The best nation: a duty, not a title8:08 One body: our shared responsibility10:11 Where our communities are today15:09 What a healthy community looks like25:55 Barriers: division, ego and selfishness32:25 Start with family and neighborsSupport this work: https://beckah.org/donate#برنامج_الريفرت #الأمة_القوية #القرآن_والسنة #بودكاست_إسلامي #المجتمع_المسلم

In this episode of The Revert Show, we dive deep into the foundation of every strong society: the family. Islam places family at the very heart of community life — honoring parents, strengthening marriages, and raising children with Qur’an and salah.We discuss Qur’anic guidance, authentic hadith, and the reality of today’s family challenges — from broken homes to the distractions of modern life. We also explore how even small Sunnah practices inside the home can transform the entire community.💡 Key Takeaway: When families are strong, the ummah is strong. Change begins at home.Chapters0:00 Intro5:28 Honoring parents and a mother's sacrifice14:05 Why family ties matter20:10 The best of you are best to their family21:45 When families break, societies break25:35 Protecting marriage29:58 Parents are shepherds35:38 Distractions and turning to dua49:43 Closing reflection55:27 Don't let screens raise your kidsSupport this work: https://beckah.org/donate#Islam #RevertShow #MuslimFamily #Community #Quran #Hadith #Parenting #MarriageInIslam #StrongUmmah #IslamicPodcast

In this episode of The Revert Show, we reflect on the character of a noble human being and how the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ embodied the highest standard of morality. We explore the qualities of truthfulness, humility, generosity, mercy, and patience — and how these traits build a society rooted in justice and compassion. Drawing from the Qur’an, authentic hadith, and the examples of the Sahaba, this talk is a reminder that noble character is the heaviest deed on the scale on the Day of Judgment.Listen in and be inspired to elevate your character, following in the footsteps of the Prophet ﷺ.Chapters0:00 Intro3:00 What is nobility?13:13 Nobility starts in the family15:02 The Prophet: truthful and trustworthy18:08 Fairness, generosity and mercy20:37 Calm instead of anger26:25 Trust and honesty in society32:01 Living nobility every day38:44 Nobility at any age42:28 Good company and duaSupport this work: https://beckah.org/donate#TheRevertShow #NobleCharacter #IslamicReminders #ProphetMuhammad #GoodCharacter #IslamicPodcast #QuranAndSunnah

Marriage in Islam is more than companionship — it’s an act of worship and a foundation for strong families and communities. In this episode of The Revert Show, we dive deep into:Why marriage is half the religion.How to prepare spiritually, emotionally, and financially for married life.The rights and responsibilities of husbands and wives.Halal ways of building love before and after marriage.The challenges couples face today and how Islam provides timeless solutions.With Qur’an, authentic hadith, and real-world statistics, this episode gives practical advice for those seeking marriage and guidance for those already married.🎧 Available on:YouTubeSpotifyApple PodcastsChapters0:00 Intro1:59 Marriage by the Creator's guidance10:19 Prevention: protecting young people17:50 What society is facing23:48 Getting ready for marriage25:02 Four reasons people marry36:26 Staying far from zina45:11 Am I ready? Patience, money and mahr48:23 Treating your spouse well55:55 ClosingSupport this work: https://beckah.org/donate

In this episode of The Revert Show, we continue our series on families by reflecting on the verse from Surat al-Isra: “Do not approach zina (fornication), indeed it is an abomination and an evil way” (Qur’an 17:32).We explore why Allah commanded us not only to avoid zina but to stay away from everything that leads to it, and how this protects individuals, families, and society. Using real statistics on single-parent households, children raised without fathers, and the rising number of births outside marriage, we shed light on the catastrophic impact of ignoring this divine guidance.At the same time, we highlight the mercy and wisdom of Allah’s system of marriage, where the man is obligated to provide for his wife and children, and even after divorce, continues to bear responsibility. Marriage ensures love, protection, lineage, and the survival of humanity with dignity.This episode brings the discussion close to home—showing how the breakdown of families harms society and how Islam provides the solution through marriage, responsibility, and strong family ties.Chapters0:00 Intro3:08 Do not approach zina (17:32)6:53 Guarding the paths that lead to it8:07 Not just a private act15:00 Prevention is better than cure26:56 How zina breaks families30:08 Lineage: knowing where you come from44:47 Marriage, the protective system54:35 Rights of women and childrenSupport this work: https://beckah.org/donate

In this episode we talked about justice, and the reason was due to the lack of justice that the inmate Marcellus Wallace AKA Brother Khalifa got Chapters0:00 Opening1:51 What does justice mean to you?3:39 Justice in Islam9:45 How a trial works26:31 Prison outreach and second chances33:15 The believer's affair is all good37:35 Ideas for da'wah41:55 Being just in every little thing44:27 Making time for knowledge50:04 We will all be judged by the Most JustSupport this work: https://beckah.org/donate

A throwback episode with brother Abdul Waly and Brother Khalil, that was aired back in the year of 2010 or so, on the Islamic Waves show.The Revert Podcast · A Beckah Foundation program · beckah.orgChapters0:00 Intro: a radio throwback8:18 Eid al-Adha on the air10:04 Meet the guests12:27 Coming to Islam: a time of change19:23 Ibrahim, Hajj and the sacrifice22:45 Halal slaughter and care for animals33:29 Celebrating Eid within Islam's limits41:51 Keeping family ties45:43 Islam removes racism53:14 Come back to Allah: repentanceSupport this work: https://beckah.org/donate