Muslim Pilots burn BIBLES at Atlanta Airport… but then JESUS CHANGED EVERYTHING | Christian Testim

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Amir was a 34-year-old senior commercial pilot, born into a devout Muslim family in Damascus, Syria. His father, Hassan, was the Imam of their local mosque, and his mother, Amira, taught Quran classes. From a young age, Amir was seen as the perfect son, memorizing verses from the Quran and never missing a prayer. He dreamed of becoming a pilot, not for the thrill of flying but because he believed it was his divine calling.

In 2004, Amir earned his commercial pilot’s license in Dubai, where his family had relocated due to the civil war in Syria. He quickly rose through the ranks at Emirates Airlines, respected by his colleagues and engaged to Fatima, the daughter of another Imam. Their wedding was planned for 2017, and Amir seemed to have everything a faithful Muslim man could desire: a successful career, a loving fiancée, and the approval of his family and community.

However, on March 22, 2016, everything changed. After a routine flight from Dubai to Atlanta, Amir encountered three Bibles left in the crew rest area. Fueled by anger and a sense of duty to defend his faith, he burned the Bibles in a maintenance dumpster, convinced he was purifying the space from spiritual contamination.

Little did he know, this act would set off a chain of events that would shatter his understanding of God. Just 48 hours later, while preparing for a return flight, Amir experienced a series of inexplicable technical failures. The navigation systems malfunctioned, and he began suffering from severe headaches and anxiety. Despite being physically healthy, he couldn’t shake the feeling that something was deeply wrong.

On April 3, 2016, during a routine flight, Amir faced the ultimate test. As they approached Atlanta, the aircraft encountered a massive storm that shouldn’t have existed according to official reports. With communication systems failing and navigation instruments displaying impossible readings, Amir felt helpless. Just when he thought all was lost, he heard a calm voice instructing him to turn and descend. Following the voice’s guidance, he miraculously navigated through the storm and landed safely.

In that cockpit, Amir had a life-changing encounter. For a brief moment, he saw a figure in white—Jesus Christ. This vision filled him with peace and love, completely altering his perception of God. He realized that the God he had worshiped all his life was not who he thought He was.

Returning to his hotel room, Amir struggled to reconcile his experience with his Islamic faith. He opened a Bible for the first time, reading John 3:16: “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son.” This message of grace was in stark contrast to everything he had been taught about God.

After days of wrestling with his beliefs, Amir fell to his knees and prayed to Jesus, asking for forgiveness and salvation. The overwhelming peace he felt confirmed that he had found the truth he had been searching for.

When Amir returned to Dubai, he knew he had to tell Fatima about his conversion. However, her reaction was one of disbelief and anger. She accused him of apostasy, and their engagement ended in heartbreak. Amir’s father disowned him, and his family considered him dead. His career at Emirates Airlines was effectively over as colleagues refused to fly with him, fearing his presence would bring bad luck.

Despite losing everything, Amir discovered a profound sense of peace in his new faith. He connected with other former Muslims who had converted to Christianity and found a supportive community. In 2017, he married Sarah, a committed Christian, and became a father. Amir’s journey came full circle when he returned to the very spot where he had burned the Bibles, this time distributing them to airline crews.

Amir’s testimony has inspired many, leading over 200 individuals to accept Jesus Christ. He now serves as an airline chaplain, sharing the love of Jesus with those who feel lost or confused, just as he once did. Amir’s story is a powerful reminder that no one is beyond the reach of God’s transformative love.