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Be the Miracle
Trust Allah, Work Hard
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The believer is like rain: wherever they go, they bring benefit.
In a world where challenges can feel insurmountable, it's natural to find ourselves waiting for change, help, and a miracle.
But the mindset of a Muslim calls for something far greater: not to wait for a miracle passively, but to strive to be the miracle by the will of Allah.
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ beautifully taught: "If you were to rely upon Allah with the reliance He is due, you would be given provision like the birds: They go out hungry in the morning and come back with full bellies in the evening" (Sunan Ibn Majah 4164)
Inspired by this hadith, a man once decided to sleep in the masjid, expecting sustenance to simply arrive, just as it does for the birds.
Days passed, and his hunger grew. Frustrated, he observed a bird with a clipped wing being fed by another bird.
Taking it as a sign, he decided to continue waiting.
But eventually, hunger won, and he sought the counsel of a wise scholar. The scholar posed a life-changing question:
"Why did you assume you were the bird being fed? Why not strive to be the bird providing food?"
As Muslims, we are encouraged to tie our camels and then place our trust in Allah.
True tawakkul (trust) isn’t passive; it’s an active reliance paired with sincere effort
Consider this: Whatever your field or circumstance, there is always a way to contribute meaningfully.
If you're in medicine, your knowledge holds the power to save lives and bring comfort to those in pain.
If you're in business, your resources can uplift and support those in need, creating ripple effects of positive change.
Even if all you have is time, you can use it to serve others—whether through volunteering, lending a listening ear, or simply being present for someone who needs support.
No effort is too small when done with sincerity, and every action has the potential to leave a lasting impact.
Allah’s promise is clear: if we trust Him and strive for His sake, He will provide in ways we cannot imagine. Whether we see the fruits of our efforts immediately or in the hereafter, our job is to act with sincerity and leave the results to Him. So don’t wait for a miracle—be the miracle.
Reflection:
What are some “miracles” in my life that I can trace back to my sincere efforts combined with trust in Allah?
What did you think of today's reflection? |
🕯️ Inspiration:
🤲 Make Du’a for Ahmed 🤲
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Ya Allah, Most Merciful and Loving, bless Ahmed with good health, happiness, and success in both his deen and dunya. Guide him on the straight path, strengthen his faith, and fill his heart with love for You.
Oh Allah, grant him barakah in his time, efforts, and sustenance. Protect him from harm, ease his challenges, and open doors of opportunity for him. Surround him with Your mercy and make him a source of goodness and inspiration for those around him.
Ameen.🤲🏽
🍉 WatermelonWatch 🍉
Day 466
🚀 Houthis launch 3 ops in 12 hours, the latest at Tel Aviv, shutting airport, targeting Defense Ministry & power stations, damaging an Israeli building near Jerusalem
🇵🇸 57+ Palestinians killed in Gaza yesterday
🇺🇸 Secretary of State Blinken: Hamas has replaced nearly all killed fighters with new recruits
🇵🇸 Central Gaza: IOF flattened a home in Deir el-Balah killing 13+ people; earlier attacks targeted camps, home & café, killed 8+ people; IOF gunboats shot & killed fisherman. IOF helicopters shot at residential areas + trapped people w/ drones. IOF bombed tent in Nuseirat, killing 2 kids
🧐 10 members of Netanyahu's Likud party signed letter opposing ceasefire, plus opposition by ministers Ben-Gvir & Smotrich as Ben-Gvir threatened to resign & urged Smotrich to do as well
🎥 Gaza City (north): IOF airstrike leveled building, killing 6+ kids; bombed Sheikh Radwan & Daraj killing journalists Mohammed al-Talmas & Bashir Abu Al-Shaar. Several bombings on gatherings in Shati & street junction killed 4+
🇵🇸 IOF flattened building & home in Khan Younis, killing 12+ people & injuring many; ongoing tank shelling on Qarara area
West Bank:
‼️ IOF bombed home in Jenin camp, killing 6+ Palestinians & wounding others incl. kids. PA had prior cut electricity to the camp amid its siege, forcing people to search for casualties w/ flashlights
🚩 Hours before bombing, Jenin Brigades agreed to proposal to end PA clashesn done with sincerity, and every action has the potential to leave a lasting impact.
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