Ahmed Joktan, a Saudi-born Christian evangelist, says his conversion from Islam to Christianity cost him his family and left him with lasting physical injuries. Despite the persecution he describes, Joktan is encouraging Western Christians to share their faith with Muslims confidently, while rejecting stereotypes and advocating respectful, personal conversations about religion.
In an interview with The Christian Post, Joktan recounted how a dream in New Zealand led him to Christianity, the alleged violence he experienced after returning to Saudi Arabia and his subsequent work supporting Christians from Muslim backgrounds. His message centres on overcoming fear, understanding Islamic beliefs and building genuine relationships rather than approaching Muslim communities with suspicion.
