New Religious Thriller Explores Faith, Law, and a Community in Crisis

Fictional story examines the clash between differing religious beliefs and their societal implications

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Aug. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A retired pastor writes a guide for Christians on how to evangelize to Muslims. This guide inspires a deadly response from a Muslim mullah, who decries the book as blasphemous and launches a dangerous manhunt that moves from Minneapolis to a remote Indian reservation in North Dakota.

In "Jesus Protects His Own from Harm," author Reynold Conger shares the tale of Jacob Koenig, the pastor who hopes that his recently published book, "Take the Truth to Mecca," will sow seeds in the minds of "unbelievers." One of Koenig's congregants and another main character in the story is a cowardly teenager who isn't sure about the existence of God but later hears a voice telling him to help save Koenig during the attack by the mullah's henchman.

"My writing is a natural extension of my life's purpose to convey messages of faith that might otherwise be overlooked," Conger said. "This story aims to show how ordinary people can be used by God for extraordinary purposes, even when they feel scared or unprepared."

Conger's novel examines the clash between differing religious beliefs and their societal implications, including a fictional account of Sharia law being introduced into the Minnesota legal system. The story portrays how a crisis can galvanize a community and challenges readers to consider the meaning of faith and sacrifice. It highlights the power of belief to inspire bravery, even in the most unlikely individuals, and a community's ability to unite against an external threat. The story is written to resonate with a Christian audience by affirming the protective power of God.

"My background as a scientist and teacher has always driven me to explore how systems work, whether they are natural laws or legal frameworks," said Conger. "In this book, I wanted to explore what happens when those frameworks clash, and how personal faith provides a moral compass that transcends man-made rules."

"Jesus Protects His Own from Harm"
By Reynold Conger
ISBN: 9798385046331 (softcover); 9798385046348 (hardcover); 9798385046324 (electronic)
Available at WestBow Press, Amazon and Barnes & Noble

About the author
Reynold Conger is a scientist who spent thirty-two years in the paper industry and eight years teaching high school math and science. After retirement, he took up writing. Reynold and his wife live in rural New Mexico where they both have ministries in their local church and enjoy outdoor activities. To learn more, please visit authorwebservices-temp1.net/WestBowPress/863042.

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