Bismillahirrahmanirraheem
Trust in Allah’s Plan and Parent with Peace
Parents often express concern when their children lack interest and enthusiasm for Islamic teachings, worrying about the potential impact on their family’s reputation rather than displeasing Allah. However, there is no need to let worry and anxiety consume our hearts. As believers, the only thing that should truly trouble us is whether our actions displease Allah. Our main concern should be ensuring that we and our families lead lives that are pleasing to Him. If your child lacks interest despite your efforts and supplications, remember that you have done what is within your control. Excessive worry beyond that is unnecessary because what is beyond our control is not our responsibility. We have fulfilled our duty by making sincere supplications and taking appropriate steps to the best of our ability. We should not burden ourselves by going beyond our capacity. Sometimes, we may become overwhelmed by taking actions beyond our means. Once we have done what we can and made our supplications, we should leave the matter in the hands of Allah. Instead, focus on the actions that are within our control, ensuring that we are not displeasing Him. Any worry or concern unrelated to seeking Allah’s pleasure is insignificant in comparison. When it comes to pleasing Allah, we should take action within our means and ability. However, beyond that, there is no reason for our hearts to be worried or anxious, regardless of the circumstances we face. Our responsibility is to take action within our capacity, such as finding a kind knowledgeable teacher for our children, providing them with the necessary tools for learning, and emphasizing the importance of knowledge. After that, we should trust in Allah’s will and accept whatever outcome He decrees.
Prioritize Allah’s Pleasure and Find Peace in the Face of Illness
When faced with illness, it is crucial not to succumb to worry and anxiety. After seeking appropriate treatment, making necessary plans, and exerting efforts, we must leave the rest to Allah. In these matters, Allah is not displeased; it is the only concern worthy of worry. The focus should be on understanding if our actions have caused displeasure and disobedience to Allah. Apart from this, there should be no difficulty for a believer. In our lives, we often prioritize numerous worries while neglecting the essential concern—the displeasure of Allah. It is peculiar that we become preoccupied with various stressors but fail to prioritize Allah’s pleasure. Instead, we must recognize that seeking His pleasure should be our primary concern. We should not overlook His displeasure while allowing other worries to consume us. Let us redirect our focus and prioritize the displeasure of Allah over everything else. Amidst life’s burdens, our primary worry should be staying on the right path and avoiding actions that displease Him. May Allah bestow upon us unwavering faith and profound understanding of religion, so that our sole concern becomes maintaining His pleasure. May we seek His mercy in every aspect of our lives.
Embrace a Mindset Free from Worries and Attain Tranquility
The Prophet of Allah (SAW) emphasized that Muslims should not allow worries to trouble them. A true Muslim should navigate their life in the right direction, devoid of disturbances. By rectifying their mindset, a Muslim can liberate themselves from the concerns and anxieties of this world. According to the Prophet (SAW), Allah has assured that those who prioritize the hereafter will find relief from the worries and anxieties of this worldly life. Hakeemul Ummat Ashraf Ali Thanvi (Raheemahullah) further elaborated that one engrossed in the worries and sorrows of this world will hardly feel any concern for the hereafter. Allah does not allow these two concerns to coexist. One’s focus can only be directed either towards worldly worries or concern for the hereafter; they cannot coexist simultaneously. It is important to recognize the significant difference between these two types of worries. One type brings a coolness and serenity to the heart, like running a heater in cold weather. Worries for the hereafter offer solace and contentment without restlessness or uneasiness. On the other hand, the other type induces anxiety and distress, like running a heater in hot weather, causing discomfort and restlessness. Both are sorrows, yet their effects differ greatly. Worries for the hereafter bring pleasure and contentment without restlessness or uneasiness. On the contrary, burdensome worldly worries resemble sitting over a fire on scorching summer days. May Allah grant us all the correct understanding of our religion, enabling us to embrace a mindset free from worries. Let us heed the teachings of the Prophet (SAW) and focus on the hereafter, finding tranquility and relief from the concerns of this world. May we find pleasure in our concerns for the hereafter and avoid becoming burdened with worldly worries. May Allah protect us from such distress, allowing us to lead a serene and peaceful life.
Tarbiati Majlis by Sheikh Maulana Abdus Sattar (DB) dated 26.2.2023
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