I Dared to Call Him Father: The Miraculous Story of a Muslim Woman’s Encounter with God

Bilquis Sheikh

Dec 2011 · Blackstone Audio Inc. · Narrated by Lorna Raver

About this audiobook

How do I give myself to God completely? What happens when I do? This is a book for everyone who has ever asked these questions.

I Dared to Call Him Father is the fascinating true story of Bilquis Sheikh, a prominent Muslim woman in Pakistan who faced these questions at the crossroads of her life and found the astonishing answers. Her unusual journey to a personal relationship with God turned her world upside down—and put her life in danger—as a series of strange dreams launched her on a quest that would forever consume her heart, mind, and soul.

Originally published in 1978, the book has sold 300,000 copies and is a classic in Muslim evangelism.

Ratings and reviews

I read the book in 2008 and the power of the Lord moved mightily in my life by reason of this testimony and I have learned to trust God even more over time. I read a friend’s own, this time I’ld like to own a copy. This is a good read.

Very nice testimony must read the book.

Awesome story god bless you mam Amen

About the author

Bilquis Sheikh came from a family in Pakistan that held government power for seven hundred years. She was also the wife of a high-ranking government official in Pakistan. She gave her life to Jesus Christ in 1966. In 1972, sponsored by Samaritan’s Purse, she resettled in the United States, where she spoke widely and shared her faith with many. Years later she returned to Pakistan, where she died in 1997. She was given a Christian funeral.

Lorna Raver, the recipient of numerous AudioFile magazine Earphones Awards, is a Los Angeles–based actor who has appeared on stage in New York, Los Angeles, and regional theatres around the country. Among her many television credits are NYPD Blue, Judging Amy, Boston Legal, ER, and Star Trek.