From Hamas Ties to Faith in Jesus: Juman Al Qawasmi’s Testimony
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Published October 28, 2025 at 05:27:22 AM
The Journey from Extremism
Juman Al qawasmi, a former associate of the Palestinian militant group Hamas, shares her story of leaving Islam and embracing Christianity. Her testimony, featured on the “Heaven Meets Earth” podcast with Abigail Robertson and Ryan Bethea, details a life deeply entrenched in extremism and her subsequent spiritual transformation. CBN News first reported on Al Qawasmi’s story.
Al Qawasmi’s connection to Hamas runs deep. She was married to a member of the institution in Gaza, and her father was reportedly one of its founders. raised within a framework of anti-Israel sentiment and religious intolerance, she was indoctrinated to harbor hatred towards Jews and Christians. Despite this upbringing, Al Qawasmi recounts experiencing a profound spiritual awakening that led her to question her beliefs and ultimately find faith in Jesus Christ.
Hamas and the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Hamas, founded in 1987, is a Palestinian Sunni-Islamist fundamentalist organization responsible for numerous acts of violence against Israel. Designated as a terrorist organization by the United States, the European Union, and other nations, Hamas controls the Gaza strip and has engaged in armed conflict with Israel on multiple occasions. The U.S. State Department provides detailed information on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the role of Hamas.
| Organization | Founded | Designation | Territorial Control |
|---|---|---|---|
| hamas | 1987 | Terrorist Organization (US, EU, others) | Gaza Strip |
The Power of Testimony and Conversion
Al Qawasmi’s story resonates with broader themes of religious conversion and the transformative power of faith. Testimonies like hers often highlight the internal struggles and external pressures individuals face when challenging deeply held beliefs. The act of leaving one faith for another,particularly in contexts of strong religious and political ideologies,can be a complex and frequently enough dangerous process.