Trust in Allah Ta'ala

Assalamu-alaykum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuhu

 Alhamdulillah for many of us our exams are over. But for some they may have just begun and for others it may just be the end of a long and exhausting week. Whatever it is, we should go through every step of our lives by putting our trust in Allah.

This is something that affects us all in our life time, whether it is from a positive or a negative aspect. Sometimes our trust in Allah brings out the best in us, i.e.  When things are running smoothly and going according to what we want we tend to be happy individuals. Other times we feel so low and empty and feel nothing but despair in Allah. Why? 

What we need to remember is that when we claim we have faith in Allah we are also required to have faith in 6 other things. I won’t go into too much depth about them all, but want to point out one which is that we proclaim that we believe in taqdeer (fate), whether it is good or bad. Fate is the knowledge of something before it takes place and indeed that quality is only with Allah. What we have to remember is Allah knows what will be better for us and He loves us more than anyone or anything in the world. Allah Ta'ala even loves us more than our parents so how can it be that He would let anything happen to that could harm us.

When you’re in despair, there is no need to feel helpless because the tests and tribulations that come your way are merely signs that portray Allah Ta'ala's love towards you. Instead you should feel special. Allah Ta'ala says “Verily He is with those whom have patience”. So when a calamity hits you, don’t become saddened because “Allah does not afflict someone with any situation unless He knows they are capable of bypassing it” and “Verily Allah does not break His promise” so how much trust do you have in Allah?

Relating this topic to exams or any test that you may be faced with, just keep in mind if exams have gone well then carry on thanking Allah as your blessings are likely to increase. If you're thinking “I should have written this” or “Oh no, others have answered differently” then all I have to say is don’t worry too much. You yourself know how much effort you put in and that maybe next time you should revise harder. But there is one thing that you need to do and that is you need to stop with the doubting. Why? Because like many of us, you must have prayed extra Nawaafil, Tasbeeh, Dhikr and done lots of Dua. So, these doubts should not even cross your mind as you are not doubting your own capabilities but you are doubting Allah. What you should be thinking is it’s all in Allah’s hand and at the end of the day it is Allah's decision as He knows best. The only thing that could possibly change your fate is Dua as "Dua" is the weapon of a believer.

Don't ever feel that your dua isn't being accepted because this will make you lose trust in Allah. Ask Allah everyday for whatever you need. Humble yourself in front of Allah. Talk to Him as he is As-Samee, The All hearing. Allah will never turn his servant away, so carry on asking and praying.

In a Hadeeth Qudsi it has been mentioned: “O My servants, it is but your deeds that I reckon for you. Then I recompense you for them. The one who finds good is to give praises to Allah. The one who finds other than that should not blame anyone but himself ."

So remember, if at times things go wrong then as mentioned above we have no one but ourselves to blame. This can be due to our sins and wrong doings, but then again we would prefer to live with the calamities faced in this life, compared to the punishment of the Akhiraa (after life). To put our hearts and mind at peace Allah Ta'ala says “even if you come to me asking forgiveness and your sins have reached the froth of the sea or are equal to the size of a mountain I will forgive.” Subhanallah.

May Allah give me and you the ability to have full trust in Him, as He is Most Merciful, All Knowing and a True Friend.

Ameen

Dont forget the daily target which is to say Astaghfirullah at least 100 times a day.