Welcome to Bridging Scriptures
Bridging Scriptures provides research-based resources to help Christians understand Islam, engage thoughtfully with Muslim friends, and explore the Qur’an and the Bible with clarity and respect. It draws on years of theological study, teaching, and dialogue across traditions.
This site collects selected writings, research, resources, study materials, videos, and podcasts. It is intended for pastors, students, ministry leaders, academics, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the relationship between Islam and Christianity. Muslims seeking to build bridges of understanding with Christians may find these resources beneficial and perhaps better inform their understanding of the Qur’an, Islam, Christianity, and the Bible (Tawrat, Zabur, Anbiya & Injil).
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Bridging Scriptures focuses on the intersection of biblical studies, Qur’anic interpretation, and Christian–Muslim relations. It aims to support meaningful conversations grounded in scholarship, intellectual honesty, and Christian conviction, while honoring the dignity and faith of Muslim neighbors.
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The Qur’ān and the Bible: Competitors or Companions
This lecture-style video explores whether the Qur’ān and the Bible should be seen as rivals or as complementary texts in the pursuit of truth. Drawing from scholarship in missiology and interfaith dialogue, Mark Harlan examines how Christians and Muslims perceive each other’s scriptures, highlighting both tensions and opportunities for deeper understanding.
Muslim Christian Dialogue
Co‑authored by Ungaran Rashid and Mark Harlan, this article examines the theological meaning of “Son of God” in the Gospel of John and its implications for respectful interfaith engagement. It highlights how careful scholarship can foster deeper understanding between Christians and Muslims.
Christian Zionism : A Missiological Emergency
In this scholarly article, Mark Harlan explores how Christian Zionist theology impacts global mission work and interfaith relations. He critiques its influence on evangelical missiology and calls for a re‑examination of biblical perspectives on Israel, the church, and God’s purposes for humanity.
The Role of Ishmael in the Divine Drama: Act 1
This presentation explores Ishmael’s place in the biblical and Qur’anic narrative, examining how his story shapes Christian–Muslim dialogue. Mark Harlan highlights Ishmael’s theological significance in God’s larger plan, showing how his role is often misunderstood yet central to themes of promise, identity, and reconciliation. The video invites viewers to consider Ishmael not as a marginal figure but as a vital character in the divine drama that connects both faith traditions.
The Role of Ishmael in the Divine Drama: Act 2
This continuation of Mark Harlan’s study examines Ishmael’s descendants and their place in God’s unfolding plan. Building on Act 1’s positive portrayal of Ishmael in Genesis, Act 2 argues that God’s beneficence extends to Ishmael’s lineage, challenging traditional negative perceptions. The presentation highlights themes of promise, blessing, and reconciliation, showing how Ishmael’s role contributes to a broader vision of divine purpose across both biblical and Qur’anic traditions.
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