This article examines interfaith dialogue between Muslims and Christians in Mindanao, the Philippines, with the aim of contributing to more inclusive and action-oriented approaches. Despite the potential of interfaith dialogue to foster mutual respect and understanding, it often falls short due to superficiality, power imbalances, and exclusionary practices. The dialogues, at times, overlook complex theological concepts and neglect the surrounding socio-political, cultural, and relational contexts, which leads to conversations that may lack the necessary depth and authenticity. The chapter analyzes the interpretation of sacred texts, hermeneutic politics, and power dynamics within interfaith dialogue practices, arguing that power dynamics can distort the understanding of religious concepts. It investigates how the Islamic concept of jihad is discussed within these dialogues and the responses to the interpretive strategies employed. Furthermore, it explores how Muslims in Mindanao conceptualize and perform “good Muslims” in interfaith contexts, highlighting the agency of Muslim communities in shaping this subjectivity. It also addresses the skepticism of Mindanao Muslims towards interfaith initiatives, arguing that the approaches and strategies used often make the dialogue less appealing to Muslims due to asymmetrical power dynamics. It concludes by advocating for a deeper understanding of these issues and offering insights for more equitable interfaith dialogues. The data for this study were collected through interviews, participant observation, and literature research. The most extensive observation was conducted in Zamboanga City, with additional visits to Jolo, Davao, Cotabato City, and Marawi City.