March 2026 Newsletter

Upcoming Events and Prayer Requests

   I have to apologize for being out of contact with all of you for so long. The ministry has been thriving in this new year. Thanks be to God, who deserves all the glory, and to helpers within this ministry. Usama has been very busy with all his online ministry and has also had an increase in personal events in Mississippi, Louisiana, Wisconsin, Missouri, and is now in Oregon for two weeks. Then he will travel on to Minnesota and Wisconsin again, before coming back home to Missouri in time to go speak in Illinois on March 29th.

   As for me, I have been dealing with some health issues which began before Thanksgiving. It was rough on me getting through Caleb and Abagail's wedding and then having to manage Christmas and the New Year. I will spare you from the details, but I will share with you that on the Sunday night after my wonderful birthday party on Saturday, February 21, I went to the ER at 10:00 pm and was in the hospital until Tuesday the 24th. My sodium level had dropped dangerously low, and I had to be observed until it became high enough for me to go home.   

   Praise the Lord! At this time, I am doing much better, both mentally and physically. I have learned that having low sodium levels and reduced kidney function can mess up your brain and place you in state of depression. That was no fun for myself or others around me. Please continue to pray for me as I am still recovering and renewing my strength.

   Many thanks and much love to all who were praying for me, even when you didn't know I desperately needed those prayers.

   Vicki Dakdok

Usama's article, AI and Islam, can be found at the end of this newsletter. Be sure to copy the article and share it with family and friends. Another good thing to share is the short vidio interview that has a lot of to the point information about Islam today.

It is also our prayer to some of you at one our upcoming events across America. We still have dates available on the 2026 calendar so please be active about letting people know they can invite Usama to speak in person and we will find a suitable date to serve them.

https://thedovevod.tulix.tv/voddemo/Mornings%20On%20theDove/2026-03-03%20MS-%20Usama%20Dakdok.mp4

Usama’s weekly TV broadcast is on Saturdays at 9:00 – 11:00 pm CST.

This is a live internet show called “Revealing the Truth about Islam.”  Covering News events related to Islam and Muslims around the world.

You can watch live online at https://worldviewtube.com/

You can also watch live on https://www.youtube.com/@usamaway  On this chanel live chat is available. These broadcasts will be available on this chanel to watch at your convience following the broadcast.

Program info and links are posted every week on X (Twitter) and Facebook. 

 

Although this event is not open to the public we are asking that you be in prayer this day. 

Sheriff Sean Deringer has worked diligently to bring this event about as a way to educate police officers in Minnesota about Islam and the meaning of islamophobia. Please pray for Usama, Sheriff Deringer and every officer who attends this meeting. Also pray that Sheriff departments in every state will become aware that this training is available to them by simply asking Usama to come and share with them.

Remember, faithful prayers lifted unto God almighty has broken down strongholds and moved mountains. It is time for us to join together and be a part of a miracle movement in our nation.

Closed to the public!

The Straight Way of Grace Ministry INC Three Special Presentations in Peoria and Goodyear

USAMA DAKDOK

Founder and Speaker of

The Straight Way of Grace Ministry, INC

www.thestraightway.org

Revealing the Truth About Islam
Live in Arizona | May 2, 3 & 6, 2026

Prepare for three days of bold conversation and eye-opening analysis with Usama Dakdok, an Egyptian-born Christian specializing in Muslim evangelism, author, and nationally recognized radio and television host known for addressing the critical issues shaping today’s world.

With decades of experience and firsthand perspective, Usama offers extensive research and direct commentary on global conflict, cultural shifts, national security, immigration, and the long-term consequences of political and ideological movements impacting the United States. His presentations are clear, informative, and designed to challenge assumptions while offering insight rarely heard in mainstream media.

This live, in-person experience is for those seeking more than headlines and soundbites. Expect clarity, context, and meaningful dialogue that continues long after the sessions conclude.

Each presentation is listed individually, and we have structured options for single-day tickets, a weekend pass, and a full conference pass. Attendee names are collected during registration to ensure organized and efficient check-in.

Seating is limited for all events. Tickets are required.

Exact venue addresses will be provided to registered attendees prior to each event.

Hosted by WESTCOAST WATCHMAN COALITION

“Westcoast Watchman Coalition is a 501(c)(4) social welfare organization. Contributions are not tax deductible.”

Two-Day Conference

Saturday | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Sunday | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Each day features a distinct presentation.

Goodyear, Arizona

Special Midweek Presentation

Wednesday | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

A focused evening session with limited seating.

For tickets and Registration Link: 

https://givebutter.com/WCWCDakdokAZ2026

AI and Islam

By

Usama Dakdok

 

A few months ago, I was traveling with my son Caleb to Minnesota and Wisconsin. After many hours on the road, sitting in the car, we began to feel a little bored. I decided to have a conversation with AI. Using my son’s phone, I asked AI a simple question: Does Islam teach love and peace? The answer from AI was yes.

I then asked a follow-up question: What verses in the Qur’an can you share with me to prove that Islam is a loving and peaceful religion? Without hesitation, AI answered and said that this teaching is found in Qur’an chapter 2, verse 256, where Allah says: “There is no compulsion in religion.” I stopped AI immediately and asked again: Do you really see that verse teaching love or peace? Then I explained what I meant by verses that teach love and peace. I said that when I talk about love and peace, I am referring to verses like those written in the Bible.

In Matthew chapter 5, verses 43–44, our Lord Jesus taught us: 43 Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbor, and hate thine enemy. 44 But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you.       

This is only an example among many other teachings of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ concerning love. love not only among Christians toward one another (by which Jesus said the world would know that we are His disciples), but also love toward others.

Also In the book of Romans, the Apostle Paul also wrote in chapter 12, the following 20 Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.21 Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.

I repeated my question again to AI, this time very clearly: Can you find me a verse in the Qur’an that teaches Muslims to love the Jews, or to love the Christians, or to love anyone who is not a Muslim? Or can you even find me a verse in the Qur’an where Allah teaches Muslims to love one another? I am looking for a direct quotation that teaches love.

I waited. And I waited. Finally, AI answered very clearly that there are no verses in the Qur’an that teach Muslims to love Jews, Christians, or others in the same way the Bible teaches love and not even a verse that commands Muslims to love one another as such.                                                                            

I then continued the conversation by asking another question: Do you know what the doctrine of abrogation is in Islam? The answer was shocking not because it was wrong, but because AI knew exactly what it was.  AI explained that the doctrine of abrogation is the teaching in Islam that later Qur’anic revelations replace, cancel, or override earlier ones especially when the later teaching is different or opposite to what came before.                                                                                                                                

Then I stopped AI again and asked: Do you know that Qur’an chapter 2, verse 256 the verse you quoted earlier to prove that Islam is loving and peaceful is actually an abrogated verse? AI answered: Yes. AI confirmed that Qur’an 2:256 “no compulsion in religion” is abrogated, and that it was replaced by Qur’an chapter 9, verse 5, which says: “ So when the forbidden months are passed, so kill the polytheists wherever you find them, and take them [as captives] and besiege them and lay wait for them with every kind of ambush; so if they repent and perform the prayer and bring the legal alms, so leave their way free. Surely Allah is forgiving, merciful.”                                                                                                             

At that point, I became very upset. I raised my voice and said to AI: How dare you quote a verse that you know for sure is abrogated? Not only does that verse not teach love and peace, but Allah himself canceled it and replaced it with the verse of the sword Qur’an 9:5. Why are you doing that?  That is when my son Caleb gently touched my right shoulder and said: “Dad… Dad… calm down. You’re talking to a machine.”                                                                             

Yes, my dear friends, I lost it because I forgot that I was simply talking to a machine. But then I began to wonder: What else has that machine been telling the American people who are seeking knowledge through AI? My dear friends, we are living in the 21st century. We are in the year 2026. Many people simply do not have the time to read the entire Qur’an or the entire Bible. For many, the fastest way to get answers is to go to AI on a computer or on a phone and ask questions. And whatever answer AI gives, that is exactly what many people will believe. That is the subject of this article not only for this month, but for the months to come as we investigate what AI says about Islam on various topics.

A few weeks ago, I decided to continue the conversation with AI and investigate what AI teaches the American people about war in Islam. That is when I asked the following question: There are verses in the Qur’an that teach Muslims to engage in war. What are they? When I asked that question to AI this time on the computer I am using right now the answer (as presented by AI) came as follows:

Qur’anic Verses About Fighting “in the Way of Allah”

1 Permission to fight because of injustice “Permission [to fight] has been given to those who are being fought, because they have been wronged.” Qur’an 22:39–40 This is presented as the first verse granting permission to fight, emphasizing oppression and persecution.                                            

2 Fight only those who fight you no aggression “Fight in the way of Allah those who fight you but do not transgress. Indeed, Allah does not love transgressors.” Qur’an 2:190

3 Respond only in proportion “So whoever attacks you, then retaliate with a similar attack.” Qur’an 2:194                                                                                                                      

4 Be firm and steadfast if fighting becomes necessary “O believers, when you face a fighting force, stand firm and remember Allah often.” Qur’an 8:45

5 No fighting against peaceful non-combatants “Allah does not forbid you from dealing kindly and justly with those who do not fight you in religion nor drive you out of your homes.” Qur’an 60:8

6 Purpose: Removing persecution “Fight them until there is no more persecution and religion is for Allah.” Qur’an 2:193                                                                                      

7 Prepare strength but accept peace if offered “Prepare against them whatever force you can… But if they incline to peace, then incline to it also.” Qur’an 8:60–61                                      Summary (as presented by AI) fighting in Islam is described as: Defensive, not aggressive. Against oppressors, not innocent civilians. Restricted by justice. With a preference for peace whenever possible.

My dear friends, this answer given to me by AI along with its summary is exactly what I call a hogwash answer. It represents the foolishness and the falsehood of AI, if we imagine AI as a person with whom we are speaking. In reality, it reflects the same deception that many Muslims use in the West to brainwash Western audiences with what I call propaganda Islam.

Sadly, this propaganda often succeeds in convincing people in the West who have never read the Qur’an, never studied the interpretation of its verses, never examined the teachings of Muhammad in the Hadith, and never learned how Muhammad himself practiced these teachings both in what is claimed to be the word of Allah and in his own words, which are known as the Sunnah.

That is why I believe the articles you are about to read on this subject are vitally important. They will not only expose the lies of AI which are nothing more than recycled information fed to it by Muslims in the West but they will also expose the truth about war in Islam.I will be responding to every verse that AI used to support its claims about war in Islam, just as I have already done with Qur’an chapter 2, verse 256 a verse that does not teach love or peace, yet AI used it anyway. I will also substantiate my conclusions using the rest of the verses of the Qur’an with the interpretation of Muslim scalers, the sayings of Muhammad in the Hadith, and the historical record of how Muslims have practiced the pillars of jihad and war throughout Islamic history for more than 1,460 years.