Hiding in the Light

Why I Risked Everything to Leave Islam and Follow Jesus

By: Rifqa Bary

Narrated by: Rifqa Bary

Length: 7 hrs and 22 mins

Publisher's summary

"After four years of hiding my faith from my family, I knew that it was time. I wrote with shaky hands, 'Jesus Christ is my Lord and Savior. I refuse to deny him....' There was no turning back now. I had to get out of that house if I wanted to live. Was this worth risking everything for? Yes."

Rifqa Bary grew up in a devout Muslim home, obediently following her parents' orders to practice the rituals of Islam. But God was calling her to freedom and love. He was calling her to true faith. He was calling her to give up everything.

Leaving Islam for Christianity cost her more than she imagined but gave more than she could have dreamed.

Hiding in the Light is the story of Rifqa's remarkable spiritual journey from Islam to Christianity. It is also the untold story of how she ran from her father's threats to find refuge with strangers in Florida, only to face a controversial court case that reached national headlines. Most of all it is the story of a young girl who made life-changing sacrifices to follow Jesus - and who inspires us to do the same.

©2015 Rifqa Bary (P)2015 Random House Audio

Critic reviews

"Rifqa Bary's story is a powerful testimony to standing for the truth in the face of many difficulties and tall odds. In the words of this young woman who has already been through so much, we are painted a picture of stark cultural contrast - that of slavery and liberty, duty and love, and bondage and freedom. As much as anything, this is a story about the first freedom upon which America was built - the freedom to believe and live one's life according to those beliefs. Rifqa's inspiring story reminds us why we must continue to stand for faith and freedom!" (Tony Perkins, president of Family Research Council)

"Rifqa Bary's story unveils God as the Father to the fatherless whose pursuit of His children is fiercely beautiful. Once I started reading, I couldn't put it down. She invites readers to walk beside her on her fascinating road and to see the God she saw when she said her very brave yes to Jesus." (Sara Hagerty, author of Every Bitter Thing Is Sweet)

"An extraordinary glimpse into the faith of a Christ-follower and the sovereignty of God. Rifqa's story informs, inspires, and empowers." (Max Lucado, pastor and author)

This is an amazing heart warming story!

This young lady has suffered through rejection of family, trials in the legal system and with cancer, all in her quest to follow Jesus. As a part of her story, it is inspiring to see how God used Christians in her life to to lead her to faith in Jesus and to encourage her in her Christian life!

Faithbuilding

We loved this powerful story of a young girl risking her life for her relationship with Jesus. Walking in faith is not always pretty and Rifka's story shows the power of God in miraculous ways. #tagsgiving #sweepstsakes

A father's love

This book is an example of how our fathers especially shape our view of God

Reality Better than Fiction

Couldn't stop listening. The true story of a young Muslim girl coming to America and converting to Christianity. after converting to Christianity having to flee from her family and her friends still follows Christ no matter what. a story that can only make your faith stronger.

must listen!

Loved it! Thank u Rifqa for writing and reading and living this story. Keep writing.

Faith of a child

Amazing what God has done in the heart of this tiny girl and in her body.

Emotional and Raw

Thank you, Rifqa, for sharing your story and the truth about Islam. I have learned so much from hearing your story.

If only I was this strong

This is the most amazing true story about a young Muslim girl and her tremendously hard journey of leaving her Muslim faith, culture, family, for Christianity. Just when you think you know the whole story, there are twists and turns in her young life that surprise you throughout the book. Other than a Muslim male, her story should be told to everyone else. My husband and I couldn’t put it down! We are buying copies to give to preteen on up family members. Her story should be heard!

well worth listening to

this is such a great story of God's protection and Love. it is well worth listening to.

Amazing Story That Must Be Told

What an amazing story this is. It is a gripping story of a young woman's journey to faith in Jesus. Amazing how much she suffered. By the power of the Holy Spirit has not only survived but thrives. It is a must read!