An Anglican Priest's Journey To Islam with Yusuf Ogston (Rev Russell Ogston)

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  • Books & Resources that Yusuf Ogston found helpful..
    The Poem ‘The Journey’ by Mary Oliver
    Women who run with the Wolves’ by Clarissa Pinkola Estes
    The Poetry of Hafiz
    The Poetry of Rumi
    ‘Letter to a disciple’ by Al Ghazali
    ‘The Book of Assistance’ by Iman al Haddad
    ‘Islam and the Destiny of Man’ by Gai Eaton
    ‘The Conference of the Birds’ by Farid ud-Din Attar
    ‘The Road to Makkah’ by Muhammad Asad
    Novel ‘The Minaret’ by Laila AbuLeila
    ‘The Autobiography of Malcom X’ (especially chapter on the Haj)
    ‘The Vision of Islam’ by William Chittick & Sachiko Murata
    Documentary (available on CZcams) ‘The Alchemy of Happiness’ (Life of Al Ghazali)
    CZcams talks and lectures by Abdul Hakim Murad (Cambridge Muslim College)
    CZcams talks and lectures by Hamza Yusuf (Zaytuna Institute)
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  • @SheikSadiBD
    @SheikSadiBD Před rokem +224

    4 CZcams channels recommended by Yusuf Ogston for new converts to Islam:
    Daud Kim: www.youtube.com/@JaehanKim66
    Jay Palfrey: www.youtube.com/@JayPalfrey
    Obayd Fox: www.youtube.com/@ObaydFox
    Aisha Rosalie: www.youtube.com/@AishaRosalie

    • @rrahman12
      @rrahman12 Před rokem +8

      i think victoria of islam is another good channel for encouraging revert muslim women.

    • @miscgar9663
      @miscgar9663 Před rokem

      Muhammad copied books of Bible and made Quran.
      He married many to help them.
      He killed many as they were bad.
      So he added polygamy and jihad and made Quran.
      You will get many women on earth and in heaven.
      Beware in the last days many logical men will make many to fall.
      Pray nonstop till you know God
      Jesus is the only way ,truth and life.

    • @refayatul
      @refayatul Před rokem +1

      Every comment section I go, I see a Banglali Brother.

    • @ismaildawjee78692
      @ismaildawjee78692 Před rokem +8

      Bobbys perspective is also a great channel & he recently reverted to islam

    • @renkylo2179
      @renkylo2179 Před rokem +4

      Not daud kim bro, not him.
      Assem Al Hakeem is great

  • @AishaRosalie
    @AishaRosalie Před rokem +385

    I am VERY honoured to be mentioned in this video alhamdulillah. Abdul hakim murad and hamza yusuf are 2 of my favourites too! They inspire me every day.

    • @BloggingTheology
      @BloggingTheology  Před rokem +59

      Assalamu Alaykum sister.

    • @rogston39
      @rogston39 Před rokem +55

      You are too kind sister. My wife and I have enjoyed some of your videos. Barakah and blessings to you and your family. By the way, there is a novel called 'The Butterfly Mosque" by G. Willow Wilson (an American convert sister)....I forgot to put it on the list....a beautiful story of a young woman discovering Islam in Cairo. Salaam :)

    • @moinuddinkhan593
      @moinuddinkhan593 Před rokem +20

      @@rogston39 Alhamdulillah, Allah guides whoever he wishes. May Allah give us all strength to hold the rope of deen tightly until death.

    • @mopj6529
      @mopj6529 Před rokem +16

      @AishaRosalie Here is your fan who also felt honoured my Sister was mentioned. Love of Allah from Mombasa, Kenya.

    • @hussinm2985
      @hussinm2985 Před rokem +5

      Fascinating interview done sincerely and rationally. Do continue this dignified manner of discussing Islam. Truth will prevail by such discourses. Regards.

  • @eriKhaled
    @eriKhaled Před rokem +162

    Before Idris Towfiq converted to Islam, he was my Religious education teacher at a particular school in Fulham. He used to let us pray in his classroom during lunch break. We knew him as Mr. Dennett back then! Listening to his conversion story 10 years later, he recalls watching Muslim school boys pray as part of his spiritual journey that led him to Islam. May Allah have mercy on Mr. Dennett(Idris Towfiq)!

    • @mzahidfullah2
      @mzahidfullah2 Před rokem +14

      I'm Malaysian..
      Meet him during my study in conventry..
      Thanks for sharing..
      May Allah grant you a lot of barakah

    • @eriKhaled
      @eriKhaled Před rokem +6

      @@mzahidfullah2 Ameen. Wa feeka barakah

    • @rbg7408
      @rbg7408 Před rokem +12

      Ma shaa Allah! May Allah strengthen us to establish the five daily prayers. A constant inner struggle everyday especially if we're in a non-Muslim country but we never know who's silently watching, appreciating the Salah that we strongly hold on to. May Allah accept it from us.

    • @abubakarciroma1466
      @abubakarciroma1466 Před rokem +4

      Amin ya Rabb

    • @esratasneem1113
      @esratasneem1113 Před rokem +3

      ​@@rbg7408 Aameen ya rabbul alameen

  • @ac534
    @ac534 Před rokem +149

    This makes me very emotional because this is how I find Islam ♥️

    • @PMTalksnow
      @PMTalksnow Před rokem

      czcams.com/users/liveIUVJ556bVH4?feature=share estch

    • @Ayah_Mia
      @Ayah_Mia Před 8 měsíci

      Alhamdulillah

  • @m.zahidiftikhar5493
    @m.zahidiftikhar5493 Před rokem +460

    Br. Yusuf Ogston is a very caring, earnest, & decent person. His humanity shines throughout the interview.

    • @MrHamzah62
      @MrHamzah62 Před rokem +1

      Tttyyt

    • @miscgar9663
      @miscgar9663 Před rokem

      Muhammad copied books of Bible and made Quran.
      He married many to help them.
      He killed many as they were bad.
      So he added polygamy and jihad and made Quran.
      You will get many women on earth and in heaven.
      Beware in the last days many logical men will make many to fall.
      Pray nonstop till you know God
      Jesus is the only way ,truth and life.

    • @aak7467
      @aak7467 Před rokem +6

      ​@A-JusticeEquality-Officials Allah is the only true God. Allah is the creator of everything. Allah is the Lord and God.
      "Allah! There is no God except Him, the Ever-Living, All-Sustaining". (Quran 2:255)
      "Indeed, I Am Allah . There is no God except Me, so worship Me and establish prayer for My remembrance". (Quran 20 :14)
      “That is Allah your Lord, there is no God except Him, the Creator of everything, so worship Him. And He is on everything a Guardian.” (Quran 6:102).

    • @normicikida3844
      @normicikida3844 Před rokem +5

      @A-JusticeEquality-Officials how can the god die hihi. Jesus never taught about resurrection. Jesus taught worshipping one true God Allah.

    • @rogston39
      @rogston39 Před rokem +4

      Thank you brother, for your very kind words. A week has now gone by since this discussion, and I have been deeply touched, humbled and inspired, by so many beautiful and heartfelt words from around the world. After 13 years of silence, it absolutely felt the right time to "share my story " as best I could. I sincerely ask everyone, Muslim and non- Muslim, to always be courteous, tolerant and open-minded; we are all truth-seekers after all. May these last days of Ramadan be blessed, and our Eid full of Barakah :). Salaam/Peace.

  • @meerasabeka1177
    @meerasabeka1177 Před rokem +337

    Incredible journey indeed. As a born Muslim I feel that this journey to Allah never ends. Everyday I born, everyday I revert, everyday I discover Him. There is definitely a spiritual message in the air of East Kent, that sweeps me away from this mundane world. I am grateful, Alhamdulillah

  • @kareemmagribi6427
    @kareemmagribi6427 Před rokem +256

    I just finished listening to this discussion as I was driving through the fog from Sydney to Canberra. What a brilliant way to start my morning. I feel like my own faith has been rejuvenated . Alhamdullilah

    • @srisubiyanti2211
      @srisubiyanti2211 Před rokem +12

      I just finished ny suhor Alhamdulillah. :)

    • @shaikmatheen4464
      @shaikmatheen4464 Před rokem +10

      ​@@srisubiyanti2211 I just prayed fajar(India😅)

    • @zealousideal
      @zealousideal Před rokem +28

      I just finished listening too..wow. I’m also a recent revert and ex pastor myself! Allhamdulilah!

    • @abukhalid5890
      @abukhalid5890 Před rokem +4

      السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاته 🤍

    • @sutil5078
      @sutil5078 Před rokem +3

      ​ @Keke nice if you tell us the 3 points or 4 that made you research islam and accept it (notice I say accept it to end the long debate of revert/converet) which never existed in Classical Arabic nor modern, no one say tahawal when they enter islam, they say Dakhala al islam (entered,) quabila al Islam (accepted islam) you won't find revert in Islamic literature :). Also revert may not be understood by many non muslim or even misunderstood as superiority etc..

  • @annavitenkova8936
    @annavitenkova8936 Před rokem +35

    This all makes so much sense to me! I know what does it mean to still identify yourself as a Christian, but being a Muslim inside your heart It's definitely not an easy thing to change your life, your daily duties, your worshipping, your prayers, your mind! I did that too. Alhamdolillah. Alhamdolillah. Allah is the knowing and the merciful.

  • @RightSauce
    @RightSauce Před rokem +163

    “Islam will prevail and supersede with or without you but you will be nothing without Islam”-Deedat

    • @TheLlamaKid
      @TheLlamaKid Před rokem +2

      So nothing about Islam being the truth

    • @aak7467
      @aak7467 Před rokem +9

      @@TheLlamaKid Islam is the truth.

    • @TheLlamaKid
      @TheLlamaKid Před rokem +1

      @@aak7467 Nothing about Islam being the truth in the statement

    • @aak7467
      @aak7467 Před rokem +3

      @@TheLlamaKid I invite you to read the Quran.

    • @TheLlamaKid
      @TheLlamaKid Před rokem +2

      @@aak7467 I've read it and it's all wrong

  • @sabina.T
    @sabina.T Před rokem +188

    Oh, dear! I laughed and cried and was amazed, subhanallah. It was like reading an amazing book. Great way to tell your story, brother Yusuf. This needs to be a movie! And as always, brother Paul we love you ❤

    • @BloggingTheology
      @BloggingTheology  Před rokem +35

      Alhamdulillah

    • @umarhasans.7245
      @umarhasans.7245 Před rokem +4

      Always 🙏

    • @Aquacrystal78
      @Aquacrystal78 Před rokem +16

      I think most revert stories will make excellent movies

    • @sabina.T
      @sabina.T Před rokem +10

      @@Aquacrystal78 That's true. But something about his story from Moroccan hamam and being lifted by the big guy telling him "Morocco loves you too" would make a great scene in a movie

    • @renatolopez6337
      @renatolopez6337 Před rokem

      @@BloggingTheology
      Now the Spirit expressly says that in latter times some will depart from the faith, giving heed to DECEIVING spirits and doctrine of DEMONS.
      - 1 Timothy 4:1
      Csn you prove al lah is ged.
      Does al lah have a soul?

  • @fahadn2002
    @fahadn2002 Před rokem +80

    Oh Lord, open the hearts of the people of the book. If only they watched these videos with open mind.

    • @islamicreel281
      @islamicreel281 Před rokem +6

      آمین ثم آمین یا رب العالمین

  • @msdietitian5353
    @msdietitian5353 Před rokem +77

    I have noticed that a lot of British people converting to Islam and so I am convinced if Britain becomes a Muslim majority, they will create a second Great Empire. But this time, it will be based on Islamic principles of enjoying what is good and forbidding what is bad. I know its farfetched, but I wish the best to all humanity which is Islam and, of course, that includes the British people.

    • @arsalanmirza3411
      @arsalanmirza3411 Před rokem +1

      Great thoughts 🙌 and yes somewhat far fetched simply because there is no record of declined “empires” ever being revived …. so far‼️

    • @TeeTee-zm2re
      @TeeTee-zm2re Před rokem +4

      The world doesn't need empires.

    • @arsalanmirza3411
      @arsalanmirza3411 Před rokem +4

      @@TeeTee-zm2re If wishes were horses 🐎 men would fly 😂

    • @xk8485
      @xk8485 Před rokem +1

      Insha Allah!

    • @adaakukisahke
      @adaakukisahke Před rokem

      InsyaAllah Ameen 💚🤍🤍💚

  • @danieljohnson1924
    @danieljohnson1924 Před rokem +22

    His time working as a priest while feeling drawn to Islam must have been so intense and difficult.

    • @rogston39
      @rogston39 Před rokem +15

      Thank you my friend, for stating that; it was intensely difficult at the time. Alhamdulilah, that is now in the distant past. The strive for authenticity and self-actualization is paramount. In the end I had to respond. Thank you :)

  • @Mike-cd3yd
    @Mike-cd3yd Před rokem +83

    I highly congratulate you Brother Yusup Ogston for finding the best and right path. The Islam. The religion of Allah SWT. From Mindanao Philippines.

  • @satyaniindreswari
    @satyaniindreswari Před rokem +89

    Blogging Theology channel is one of a kind... so amazing, so deep, so useful... love it for the sake of ALLAH

  • @safiul1930
    @safiul1930 Před rokem +181

    Subhanallah. Glory to Allah Almighty.

    • @dzdali3055
      @dzdali3055 Před rokem +4

      Allah akbar

    • @thegospelmessenger1corinth634
      @thegospelmessenger1corinth634 Před rokem

      When someone asks me if a Muslim is saved, I first want to point out God’s love towards them, and all of us. He still loves them with all His heart and that’s why he sent Jesus.
      God was willing to die for Muslims, for Hindus, for Buddhists, for Catholics, for atheists, for gays, for murderers, for you, for me, for all of us.
      The problem is NOT outward. It’s inward.
      Now, I am not saying Muslims are saved. There is a choice that we all must make. The Bible is littered with scriptures about not hardening our hearts. There are countless warnings about hell and the danger of unbelief. There is no way to God except through belief in Jesus.
      When we examine the Scriptures and compare them with the Quran and Hadith it is no coincidence that we find an exact match between Satan in the Bible and the Allah of Islam.
      Satan in Hebrew means "Accuser". (Job 1:7) - Allah accuses all non-Muslims of being evil, vilest beasts.
      Satan is the devil. (Matthew 4:1) - Allah's slip of the tongue brought satanic verses of the Quran.
      Satan is the prince of the world. (John 12:31, 14:30) - Allah is Lord of the worlds.
      Satan mocked Jesus, "if you are the son of God",... (Matthew 4:3-6) - Allah denies Jesus as the Son of God, the Quran merely refers to Isa as son of Mary.
      Satan opposes God's work. (Zechariah 3) - Allah teaches a completely different Jesus from the Bible.
      Satan wages war on God's servants. (Revelation 12.17) - Allah orders to kill & humiliate Christians & Jews.
      Satan (speaking through Peter) denied the crucifixion could be allowed. (Matthew 16:23, Mark 8.33) - Allah denies Jesus's deity, his death & his resurrection.
      Satan deceives the nations. (1 Kings 22, Revelation 16, 20) - Allah is the best deceiver.
      Satan masquerades as an an Angel of light. (2 Corinthians 11:14) - Allah is the light.
      Satan prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. (1 Peter 5:8) - Allah says "wage war on non-muslims & kill them until they submit & the only religion is Islam".
      Satan is the accuser of the brethren. (Revelation 12.10) - Allah accuses Jews & Christians of corrupting the Bible.
      Satan is the father of lies (John 8.44) - Allah is the greatest of deceivers and encourages lying.
      Satan has the power of death. (Hebrews 2) - Allah has the power of death.
      The whole world is under the control of Satan. (1 John 5:19) - Allah is the oppressor & abuser, Allah has power over all things.
      Satan was the most glorious creature God ever made. (Ezekiel 28:12) - Allah was the most glorious creature.
      Satan is a fallen angel still capable of impersonating an angel. (Job 1:6, 38:7, 2 Corinthians 11.14) - Angel Jibril always spoke in the name of Allah.
      Angels are mighty. (1 Kings 19:35, Isaiah 37:36) - Allah is mighty.
      Satan was called a morning star. (Isaiah 14:12) - Allah was called a morning star, the Lord of Sirius, the mighty star of pagan Arabs and as a brightly shining star.
      Satan was the model of perfection. (Ezekiel 28:12) - Allah is perfect.
      Satan is full of wisdom. (Ezekiel 28:12) - Allah is the wise.
      Satan was perfect in beauty. (Ezekiel 28:12) - Allah is sublime, and the most beautiful names belong to Allah.

  • @jamalabdi8739
    @jamalabdi8739 Před rokem +5

    Our channel mashaallah is scaring the BBC and SKY for quality and intertaining programmes mashaallah. May Allah protect brother Paul. Ameen

  • @nbk2134
    @nbk2134 Před rokem +86

    I think Paul's brilliance/approach can calm down Jordan Peterson's hate against Islam

    • @arios5533
      @arios5533 Před rokem +29

      Jordan is so arrogant so he does not worth it .

    • @Fazis_Cookbook
      @Fazis_Cookbook Před rokem +6

      ​@Arios 55 he is not arrogant he is misinformed

    • @arios5533
      @arios5533 Před rokem

      @@Fazis_Cookbook czcams.com/video/3twN86yJFIc/video.html

    • @ismailaden7
      @ismailaden7 Před rokem +13

      We don’t need him nothing is special in him!! He is another Abu lahaa so why do we care about him so much???

    • @TMNmedia
      @TMNmedia Před rokem

      Lol why we care about him, let him rot in hellfire. Allah chose to closed his heart.

  • @pusatdakwahal-quran7114
    @pusatdakwahal-quran7114 Před rokem +188

    Maa sha-Allah. This channel is always amazing. All the videos in Blogging Theology are inspiring to understand deeper about Islam.

    • @optimus2g
      @optimus2g Před rokem +2

      It is indeed an amazing channel. Our brother Paul Williams is the reason for it, may Allah SWT give him the highest level of Al-Jannah.

  • @sherifel-hadi3439
    @sherifel-hadi3439 Před rokem +97

    Excellent interview. Yusuf has a wonderful way of articulating the different emotions he had on his journey towards Islam. I hope he finds the knowledge and peace he is yearning for with the blessing of Allah.

    • @BloggingTheology
      @BloggingTheology  Před rokem +14

      Insha'Allah.

    • @ercan5660
      @ercan5660 Před rokem +3

      Masallh great interview

    • @saranpatel1114
      @saranpatel1114 Před rokem +1

      I think he is already at peace with his life. May Allah swt bless and guide all of us ❤

    • @aak7467
      @aak7467 Před rokem

      ​@A-JusticeEquality-Officials Allah is the only true God. Allah is the creator of everything. Allah is the Lord and God.
      "Allah! There is no God except Him, the Ever-Living, All-Sustaining". (Quran 2:255)
      "Indeed, I Am Allah . There is no God except Me, so worship Me and establish prayer for My remembrance". (Quran 20 :14)
      “That is Allah your Lord, there is no God except Him, the Creator of everything, so worship Him. And He is on everything a Guardian.” (Quran 6:102).

    • @aak7467
      @aak7467 Před rokem

      @A-JusticeEquality-Officials No. From the beginning to the end there is only one true God and He is Allah

  • @muslimresponse103
    @muslimresponse103 Před rokem +57

    01:58 when ayah 82 from surah 5 in the Quran is mentioned, it is a must to also read (5.83,84): And when they hear what has been revealed to the Messenger, you see their eyes overflowing with tears because of what they have recognized of the truth. They say; "Our Lord, we have believed, so register us among the witnesses. And why should we not believe in Allāh and what has come to us of the truth! And we aspire that our Lord will admit us [to Paradise] with the righteous people."

  • @786humaira1
    @786humaira1 Před rokem +23

    There was a Paul then , who redefined the Islam that beloved Jesus , and mislead , we have a Paul now , who is shining the light on the true teachings of Jesus son of blessed Mary .
    May God bless our br. Paul Williams with a long and healthy life , his light shines far and wide . Ameen

  • @diponegoro9
    @diponegoro9 Před rokem +11

    Yusuf's face is shinning, it reflects his heart of kindness and humble.
    Welcome brother...

    • @rogston39
      @rogston39 Před rokem

      Thank you so much dear brother :)

  • @yasservanderschyff9673
    @yasservanderschyff9673 Před rokem +102

    All I can say is Algumdulillah and Allahu Akbar! Yet another absolute gem from brother Paul Williams. Shukran so much to you and your guests.

  • @xmuhmd
    @xmuhmd Před 13 dny +1

    May God keep you steadfast and bless all of you ….Ameen

  • @satyaniindreswari
    @satyaniindreswari Před rokem +89

    Assalamu'alaykum, guys.... may ALLAH bless us all in this holy month Ramadhan...
    Salam from Indonesia

  • @Frooqi786
    @Frooqi786 Před rokem +40

    'The Vision of Islam' by Chittick & Murata is by far the best book in the English language that explains the religion of Islam. It's what I always gift to my non-muslim friends.

  • @SA41959
    @SA41959 Před rokem +52

    Thoroughly enjoyed this interview. What a humble and intelligent man Masha’Allah. Interesting insight into the challenges facing a Priest when converting to another faith, I can see why he would have experienced such an inner turmoil but the harder the test, the greater the reward insha’Allah. Alhamdulillah Allah (swt) chose him and guided him to the truth.

  • @idilhussein-ui5bd
    @idilhussein-ui5bd Před rokem +13

    The Road to Mecca changed my life as well. I was born Muslim but through Mr. Assad’s work, I came to appreciate Islam even more. He was an incredible person may Allah give him peace and the atmost blessings in the hereafter.

  • @SShow-fd3kv
    @SShow-fd3kv Před rokem +54

    Tack så hemskt mycket för denna video! Jag var född som muslim men var ateist från ålder 17 till 25. Vad som öppnade mina ögon för islam var 11/9 när en kollega tittade snett på mig och sade "terrorist" till mig. Jag började läsa bibeln och Koranen och alhamdulillah jag är muslim nu.
    Tack än en gång ❤

  • @kfie3731
    @kfie3731 Před rokem +56

    Well this has become my favourite video on Paul's channel. What a lovely personality. So full of love and sincerity. God bless you Paul and Yusuf.

  • @TheFaro2011
    @TheFaro2011 Před rokem +36

    Honestly what a beautiful story. Cried in two places. I really felt for his dichotomy and how he was living between two identities and the stress it caused. Mashallah, he was brave enough to do it. He seems like such a lovely guy mashallah. May Allah grant him and his family sustenance. ❤🤲🏽 So inspiring 🌷

    • @rogston39
      @rogston39 Před rokem +1

      Thank you so much; you are kind to leave such a lovely message; barakah & blessings to you, as we approach Eid..

    • @snowmoon7385
      @snowmoon7385 Před rokem

      Ya

  • @animatedislamichistory
    @animatedislamichistory Před rokem +83

    It's really unique to have access to such a large database of interesting testimonies. One more for the books

  • @newconvert2962
    @newconvert2962 Před rokem +20

    It's really touching.
    A beautiful soul has no other merit than its own existence. Beauty awakens the soul to act.its a amazing to listen his journey to Islam... May Allah swt make everything easy for u and family,.. Happy Ramadan Mubarak to all...*

  • @ginettemorin2
    @ginettemorin2 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Extraordinary interview! Thank you Yusuf for sharing your beautiful experience. Thank you Paul for your beautiful work.

  • @aishax01
    @aishax01 Před rokem +23

    This man's emotional intelligence is admirable 💓 may Allah bless you both

  • @fatimavanderschyff3571
    @fatimavanderschyff3571 Před rokem +43

    Aslmz ... this is the most profound conversion story I've ever heard...thank you Paul for this outstanding interview ...May you be blessed during this auspicious month of Ramadan ❤

  • @saudal-mutawa3197
    @saudal-mutawa3197 Před rokem +27

    What a kind tender soul, Yusuf has. Alhamdulillah we have him as a brother. Very inspiring journey indeed.

  • @wiesaalabrahams7700
    @wiesaalabrahams7700 Před rokem +9

    Well done for this interview, very inspiring for me as a Muslim. Thank you for sharing. I feel very blessed to be a Muslim and may Allah keep me steadfast Ameen. May Allah preserve you both with excellence in both worlds Ameen

  • @simasoumi5551
    @simasoumi5551 Před rokem +53

    You both look and sound amazing, mashaAllah, very very heart warming...May Allah Bless Us All, Honour Islam always.. ameen

  • @TokyoDrifter352
    @TokyoDrifter352 Před rokem +34

    Well done brother Paul I love the new revert guests...very uplifting conversation Alhamdulillah!

  • @yellowstevens5699
    @yellowstevens5699 Před rokem +4

    Fascinating to watch a video with two people I knew as Christians who are now Muslims. I knew Russell in Southampton 20 years ago and I attended university with Paul nearly 30 years ago.

    • @rogston39
      @rogston39 Před rokem

      Oh wow !! Both fascinating and intriguing :)

    • @yellowstevens5699
      @yellowstevens5699 Před rokem

      @@rogston39 I don't suppose you will remember me Russel I was in Sholing while you were in Maybush!

    • @rogston39
      @rogston39 Před rokem

      @@yellowstevens5699 Oh wow, that's amazing !! :) I do hope you are well. Are you still in the Winchester Diocese? I had 2 happy years in Maybush with Norman Boakes. Every blessing to you.

  • @flippantweirdo4362
    @flippantweirdo4362 Před rokem +22

    I love Paul coz he posts only Uncuts and doesn't spams #shorts
    Best thing about uncut interview isn't biased....like it's not only pick and choose which shows the bias of the producer of the video👍❤

  • @firm_feet
    @firm_feet Před rokem +53

    Mashallah a very deep, touching, inspiring and insightful talk... May Allah guide humanity to Islam and grant you both Paradise.

  • @fodel8394
    @fodel8394 Před rokem +28

    He taught the truth after years of research and enlightened his heart to the right path. God is great, praise be to God ☝️

  • @SAAZ_Zebaish
    @SAAZ_Zebaish Před rokem +22

    Subhanallah....! What an incredible journey to Islam brother Yusuf had. As a born Muslim, revert stories have always refreshed my Eemaan, but this one had a profound impact on my Eemaan. Jazakallah brother Yusuf for coming out and sharing your journey. Jazakallah brother Paul for hosting brother Yusuf on your Channel.

    • @wiesaalabrahams7700
      @wiesaalabrahams7700 Před rokem +1

      I feel the same. It really inspires me to do more and learn more about Islam ❤

  • @ManalSiyabi-dp2wt
    @ManalSiyabi-dp2wt Před rokem +10

    I'm glad to hear that Oman was part of your journey to Islam.
    We welcome you in Oman.

  • @saadia3588
    @saadia3588 Před rokem +14

    Such a genuine person Brother Yusuf. May Allah open more doors for him and his family and grant him Jannah

  • @AS-bm5xv
    @AS-bm5xv Před rokem +5

    "Life's journey is like walking into a room backward. It's not only until you get to the other side and survey the journey, do you see God's plan was at work in all of those moments of trials, pitfalls and errors."

  • @Monothiest247
    @Monothiest247 Před rokem +6

    I cried when he gave the prayer rug to the women in the hospital and said InshAllah your son uses it too

  • @arfansamudra9667
    @arfansamudra9667 Před rokem +2

    This is one of God's gifts to be able to hear stories like this. We Indonesians, who are predominantly Muslim, most of us are not used to conveying our thoughts in depth like this. There is really a lot that can be learned from western reverts who are used to describing their thoughts orally.

  • @ahwehbe6070
    @ahwehbe6070 Před rokem +26

    Ma Sha Allah brother Paul love the support you provide for these reverts, you seem to perfectly understand their psychology ❤

  • @JesusIstMuslim
    @JesusIstMuslim Před rokem +10

    "a jourrney of the heart" - amazing introspection

  • @yunusmulani9950
    @yunusmulani9950 Před rokem +6

    Mashaallah brother yusuf welcome to Islam from🇮🇳

  • @omerdeniz5672
    @omerdeniz5672 Před rokem +11

    I hope you do another episode with firas zahabi uncle Paul ❤️

  • @danieljohnson1924
    @danieljohnson1924 Před rokem +7

    Two beautiful Brothers masha Allah. Keep up the good work Brother Paul.

  • @arsalanmirza3411
    @arsalanmirza3411 Před rokem +19

    PS: Thanks Brother Paul for also listing out the books 📚 and references which Brother Yusuf found informative and inspirational👍 Jazak Allah Khair.

  • @justsaying444
    @justsaying444 Před rokem +25

    I am literally getting addicted to this channel. Everytime i watched a video afterwards i crave for more.😊 mashallah keep it up brother.

  • @hashir4you470
    @hashir4you470 Před rokem +2

    I don't know about Paul William's but i have immense love for him. This is muslim brotherhood

  • @muhibbulabrar9959
    @muhibbulabrar9959 Před rokem +7

    It is always overwhelming to hear a news of conversion. They explore, their experience, their explanation, their observation, their honest outbursts is very much inspiring and motivating too. As an enthusiastic, I am always eager to know about their past and present experience. It helps me a lot to know my religion in a more befitting way. I like to take a heart from their very honest expression and experiences. May Allah bless us all.

  • @hilallazrak
    @hilallazrak Před rokem +8

    Mashallah, That was very amusing to watch, I'm glad he took his shahadah in Fez/Morocco, which is my city, The University and Masjid of al-Qarawiyyin one of the oldest in the world and been home to many scholars and philosophers.

  • @Gulchih
    @Gulchih Před rokem +22

    MashaAllah. Brother Ogston really ought to write some books inspired by his story, both fiction and nonfiction. He is so eloquent! 🌷

  • @biaagha456
    @biaagha456 Před rokem +24

    What an incredible journey. A true brave leap of faith. May Allah bless you with ease and strength for the rest of it. Ameen

  • @idahorefugeecommunityassoc6613

    GOD loves his creation and wants particularly all humans to succeed in this life and hereafter.

  • @salehahussain6073
    @salehahussain6073 Před rokem +3

    The main essence of Islam is Purity. Purity of mind, heart, body and Nafs.

  • @shefayetchowdhury6316
    @shefayetchowdhury6316 Před rokem +6

    Please try to bring Bobby and the Australian right winger who both recently converted to discuss their journey and experience... That would be wonderful.

  • @yomna814
    @yomna814 Před rokem +2

    Mr.Yusuf he was my teacher during my college journey, I'm sooooooo glad that l was his student, He is really wonderful person 🤍

    • @rogston39
      @rogston39 Před rokem +1

      Oh thank you SO MUCH for this sweet message. Bless you "Yomna" :)

  • @lutaayaabdulkarim8976
    @lutaayaabdulkarim8976 Před rokem +5

    Masha Allah. May Allah grant you goodness in this world and hereafter.

  • @nabilaa1559
    @nabilaa1559 Před rokem +19

    1:30-1:50 my soul literally shook when I heard the brothers words. SubhanAllah. Love your page ❤

  • @techmedandtravel
    @techmedandtravel Před rokem +5

    Blockbuster Interview

  • @abdelmaliksardi9860
    @abdelmaliksardi9860 Před rokem +2

    salam alikom . My brother and my love.. I am from Algeria.. Welcome to the religion of God, Islam... I love you for the sake of God. I love you

  • @rosalinddavies8466
    @rosalinddavies8466 Před rokem +2

    On the way to church I walked past a mosque and saw the men go into pray this drew me in

  • @maryanne7161
    @maryanne7161 Před rokem +14

    Most revert stories are similar to a large extent but ofcourse everyone's journey is different. I say like no two snowflakes are ever alike, similarly no two human lives/journeys can be alike. And thats where the fun lies for an eager audience of yours, Paul! What i should also mention here is that we love the variety of the content of your videos.

  • @marcferry6458
    @marcferry6458 Před rokem +8

    One more beloved brother
    Thank you Allah

  • @mesopotamialover905
    @mesopotamialover905 Před rokem +5

    At moment 51:49 he talked of his mother in law listening to a cassette for Quran recitation of an Egyptian Sheikh or reader, I think he referred to Sheikh AbdulBset Abdul Sammad. He is very very famous and loved voice in the Arab countries. عبدالباسط عبدالصمد

    • @rogston39
      @rogston39 Před rokem +1

      Salaam Alaikum and yes, you are absolutely correct !! It was Sheikh AbdulBaset Abdul Sammad :) MashAllah :)

    • @mesopotamialover905
      @mesopotamialover905 Před rokem +1

      @@rogston39 Lots of people including my family adore his voice.

  • @benskywalker-ip8fn
    @benskywalker-ip8fn Před 9 měsíci +1

    I'm so amazed at how Allah guides. He guides the best people.
    Some people born Muslims who turn bad have no idea what they're missing.
    Muslims should just be good people. Together we can achieve this goal
    🕌🕋🕌

  • @asmanizamani2567
    @asmanizamani2567 Před rokem +15

    Alhamdulilah what a beautiful interview and a conversation between 2 amazing Muslims! Very enlightening, emotionally and spiritually.

  • @nooradeen2333
    @nooradeen2333 Před rokem +6

    I cried, smiled listening to this. May the Most Merciful bless Paul and Yusuf and increase them abundantly.

  • @terffragette2
    @terffragette2 Před rokem +10

    This man is very articulate and able to convey his deep understanding and passion for Islam. It is night and day between the latest interview you had with Said, also a previous Christian clergy member. Though different denomination. Brilliant. Keep these coming!!

  • @jnr4evr
    @jnr4evr Před rokem +5

    How apt not long after we hear surah yusuf in terawih we hear the story of this beloved brother!

  • @ashikelahie6035
    @ashikelahie6035 Před rokem +8

    My eyes went teary listening Brother Yusuf Ogston's story. Such an incredible journey. Allah(Swt) indeed guides whom he wills. Thank you Sir Paul for this. May Allah bless both of you.

  • @syedziaulhaq1706
    @syedziaulhaq1706 Před rokem +18

    Extraordinary 🌹🌹
    May Allah bless you both with His endless Rahma.
    Lots of thanks to our Brother Yousuf for sharing his beautiful story.
    جزاكم الله خيرا ❤

    • @islamicreel281
      @islamicreel281 Před rokem +3

      آمین ثم آمین یا رب العالمین

  • @marigold9736
    @marigold9736 Před rokem +2

    Sobhan-allah, Allah guided this priests to comfort his heart , even when he didn't know who our real creator was, Allah is mercyful to us right through and through. 😊

  • @NobleHomeHealthCarePortland

    Islam is beautiful Masha’Allah just look at the noor/light and the humbleness on the faces of this two brothers. Alhamdulillah for ISLAM. Brother PAUL please continue making this kind of beneficial videos may the almighty Allah bless you.

  • @satyaniindreswari
    @satyaniindreswari Před rokem +14

    Masya ALLAH... brother Yusuf, my heart is so warm knowing your incredible journey... may ALLAH grant you and brother Paul jannah without hisab...

  • @kabxanley8499
    @kabxanley8499 Před rokem +11

    This is one of the most inspiring revert stories I have ever come across. Thank you very much brothers Paul and Yusuf for sharing it with us and I hope it inspires many people, both preists and layman, to the ultimate truth in life.

  • @Via_30
    @Via_30 Před rokem +1

    What a beautiful & extraordinary journey…we lost everything for what we believe because of Allah. Being muslim for non muslim and hijrah for muslim will soften you heart.

  • @nonyelmossa4407
    @nonyelmossa4407 Před rokem +6

    Congratulations 🎉, may Allah accept ur deeds amen & bless u both amen
    So beautiful story , thanks for u both 🙏🏻🌺

  • @noonoofulable
    @noonoofulable Před rokem +3

    Bobby's Perspective (a new revert) is another CZcamsr who makes very interesting videos about Islam.

  • @eljumaidilbinahmad2464
    @eljumaidilbinahmad2464 Před rokem +16

    SubhanAllah! If Allah wills it, no one can stop!

  • @asgarextassyforces7239
    @asgarextassyforces7239 Před rokem +1

    Dear Yusuf Ogston alhamdulillah finding the truth not only with intellect but also with a pure theological spirituality,religios experience ..has been appointed..annointed
    ...surrender like Yusuf Islam when he was carried away by the waves and promised and surrendered to God Almighty, if he is saved and answered by God. ........what the woman said is true , must be sure, surrender, with faith, simplicity...SubbanaAllah...direct relationship to Allah

  • @rosalinddavies8466
    @rosalinddavies8466 Před rokem +2

    Mashallah Allah gives me so much peace I was Christian and suffer from childhood trauma

  • @farijamil1488
    @farijamil1488 Před rokem +6

    What abeautiful story. I had tears in my eyes listening to you. Your heart is so pure, so truthful and sincere. May Allah protect you. Welcome to Islam. ❤️

  • @SADOKJEBNOUN
    @SADOKJEBNOUN Před rokem +17

    May Allah s.w.t Bless you both dear brothers in this holy month of Ramadan.

  • @sariyealtun2472
    @sariyealtun2472 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Subhanallah. May Allah bless you and your families. Amiiin.

  • @mambaman2007
    @mambaman2007 Před rokem +1

    Imagine how many priests out there are contemplating, on the journey to Islam. A lot of people out and about are Muslims in the future.

  • @Nick-qf5lo
    @Nick-qf5lo Před rokem +4

    I can't recommend "The Vision of Islam" enough. It's my go-to recommendation for new Muslims and non-Muslims interested in the religion. Both of the authors (they are married) are converts to Islam.

  • @notafeminist5948
    @notafeminist5948 Před rokem +16

    What an amazing story 🤗✨🌿

    • @pacman7959
      @pacman7959 Před rokem

      That comment has a tinge of feminism in there.

  • @gedaymet
    @gedaymet Před 6 měsíci +1

    Alhamdulillah Thank you so much brother Yusuf and Paul. Allahuakbar❤

  • @aws8536
    @aws8536 Před rokem +2

    Glory be to Allah
    Bro.Yousuf,
    Allah has choosen you as one of His servants.
    Salaam from India.