How does Islam resemble Christianity?

Answer 1

They are linked through holy books and prophets. They believe in Almighty God, prophets, angels, heaven and hell, life after death, day of judgement.

Answer 2

Aside from what is considered a monotheistic faith, or belief in one God, not much theologically agrees. Jesus had said: "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; That ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven: for he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust." Matthew 5:44,45. Many other Scriptures demonstrate a disparity between the two faiths.

Answer 3

The main similarities are:

1. Both are widely believed religions.
2. Both believe in God's angels.
3. Both believe in the last Day of Judgment.
4. Both believe in Paradise/Heaven and Hell.
5. Both believe that no one enters Paradise/Heaven by own deeds/merit but rather by God Mercy and forgiveness.
6. Both believe in eternal life after earthly death.
7. Both forbid adultery, robbery, unjustified killing, cheating and lying.
8. Both religions are similar in practicing mutual respect to their believers. Quran says (meaning English translation): ".... You will find the nearest in love to Muslims those who say 'we are Christians'. That is because amongst them are men devoted to learning and men who have renounced the world and they are not arrogant. And when they listen to the Quran revelation received by the Messenger (Muhammad), you see their eyes overflowing with tears because of the truth they have recognized. ... So because of what they said, Allah (God) rewarded them ...." [Quran, chapter 5, verses 82-86]

Hint: Both religions are different only in some faith issues that are regarding the relationship between yourself and your God which is a matter to be resolved by God on the Day of Judgment. However, both religions are quite similar in all issues regarding relationships among all people. In reality, there are no differences between the two religions regarding the way that people of different religions should treat each other. This, logically and spiritually, calls all people to live together in love, peace, and harmony regardless their different religions or beliefs.