About this episode

Madi and Lily discuss Lily's journey from a Muslim upbringing in Iran to exploring Christianity, addressing the challenges and misconceptions surrounding faith in the Middle East.

In today's episode, Madi sits down with her new friend, Lily Meschi, who was born and raised in Iran in a Muslim family before moving to the United States. Together, they have an honest conversation about what life was really like for Lily growing up in Iran, the realities many women face behind closed doors, and the questions that ultimately led her to explore Christianity and surrender her life to Jesus. They also discuss the true cost of converting from Islam, why faith can be such a dangerous topic in certain parts of the world, and the difference between simply knowing about God and having a genuine relationship with Him. Madi and Lily also dive into the current tensions and conflict in the Middle East, address common misconceptions about the Iranian people, and explore how Christians can engage these conversations with both biblical truth and Christlike compassion. This is one of those conversations that will challenge your perspective, deepen your faith, and stay with you long after it ends. As always... be sure to stay you and stay true! Topics we dive into: -What is life really like in Iran today? -Why are so many people coming to faith in Jesus in Iran? -What does it…

People in this episode

Host: Madison Prewett Troutt

Guest: Lily Meschi

Topics covered

• life in Iran
• conversion to Christianity
• faith and danger
• Middle East conflict
• personal relationship with Jesus

Keywords

• Christianity
• Islam
• faith journey
• Iran
• Middle East
• conversion
• women's rights
• spirituality

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Iran, United States, Middle East

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