When Heaven Meets Earth in a Dream
There are moments in life when heaven interrupts our ordinary days, moments when eternity touches the heart of man. My first encounter with Jesus came not through a sermon or a song, but through a dream that shook my soul and changed everything I thought I knew about God.
Before this moment, I was known as Nasir or Nash as some called me, a Muslim who believed in God but didn’t yet know the Savior. I didn’t realize it then, but I was about to have a divine encounter that would mark the beginning of my journey with Christ.
The Darkness Before the Light
In my dream, everything was black. There was no light anywhere just endless darkness. I could barely see my own hands. Around me, I saw men in chains, countless of them. Their faces were filled with pain and hopelessness. I didn’t understand where I was or what I was witnessing.
As I wandered through that darkness, confusion filled my heart. There was no way forward, no voice to guide me, no light to follow. It was as if I was trapped in a world without direction a place where despair ruled.
That darkness represented more than just the scene of a dream; it was a picture of the human soul without Christ, lost, bound, and searching for meaning.
The Frightening Pursuit
Suddenly, I saw something that made my heart race, a great crowd of people running toward me. They had guns, cutlasses, and big sticks in their hands. Their eyes glowed red like fire, and I could sense the spirit of violence all over them.
I turned and ran with all my strength, but they were gaining on me. Fear gripped me. Every step I took felt heavier than the last. There was nowhere to hide. I knew I couldn’t escape them.
For a moment, I stopped running feeling completely hopeless. That was when something extraordinary happened.
The Voice That Changed Everything
In that terrifying silence, I suddenly heard a mighty voice thunder from the heavens. It shook the atmosphere of the dream. The voice said,
“Call upon the Name, and you shall be saved.”
The sound of that voice was unlike anything I had ever heard. It wasn’t human. It carried power, authority, and mercy all at once.
I looked around, searching for where the voice came from but there was no one there. The crowd was still approaching fast. My heart pounded as I tried to understand what Name I was supposed to call.
Calling the Name of Jesus
In that desperate moment, something stirred deep within me. Though I had been raised a Muslim, the only name that came to my mind was Jesus.
Without thinking, I called His Name.
“Jesus!”
The moment I said it, lightning flashed across the darkness. I felt power fill the atmosphere. I shouted the Name again and fire appeared! Every time I mentioned Jesus, the fire grew stronger and brighter.
Hope began to rise in my heart. I knew then that I had found the Name that saves.
The Mighty Hand of Salvation
As I called the Name again, something beyond my imagination happened, a mighty hand appeared from the sky. It was enormous, glowing with divine light and strength.
That hand began to strike down the people who were chasing me. None of them could stand against it. Every enemy that came near was consumed by the power of God. I watched in awe as the hand of the Lord fought for me until all my pursuers were destroyed.
In that moment, I realized: God Himself had come to rescue me.
The Place of Light and the Name “Emmanuel”
Then everything changed. The darkness disappeared, and I was lifted into a place filled with glorious light. It was peaceful, bright, and full of warmth.
In front of me stood a great billboard that read:
“EMMANUEL.”
I stood there speechless, tears in my eyes. I knew the meaning of that name — “God with us.”
For the first time in my life, I understood what it meant to be loved, seen, and saved by the living God.
The Awakening — A New Life Begins
When I woke up, I was trembling. The dream felt so real that I couldn’t shake it off. I knew deep down that I had not just dreamed, I had encountered Jesus Christ.
That encounter marked the beginning of my new life. From that day, everything began to change. My heart turned toward the Bible, prayer, and faith in Christ. I was no longer Nasir the seeker, I became Nasir the believer.
What My Encounter Taught Me About Jesus
That night taught me one truth I will never forget: the Name of Jesus carries power.
It doesn’t matter who you are, where you come from, or what religion you knew, when you call upon His Name with faith, He answers.
He is not a distant Savior. He is Emmanuel, God with us. He saves, delivers, and transforms. My dream wasn’t just a story; it was a divine rescue mission.
And the same Jesus who saved me that night is reaching out to you right now.
The Power of the Name That Saves
If you feel trapped in darkness, if life feels hopeless and fear surrounds you, just call upon the Name of Jesus. He is real. He still saves. He still appears to those who cry out in desperation.
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” — Romans 10:13
Don’t wait for tomorrow. Let today be your own divine encounter.
🙏 Call to Action
If this story touched your heart, take a moment to say this simple prayer:
“Lord Jesus, I call upon Your Name. Save me, reveal Yourself to me, and let Your light shine in my life.”
Share this story with someone who needs to know that Jesus is still appearing to hearts in the darkest places.
