Ustadh Michael Wolfender from Good Tree Academy has the perfect reminder for us on working in this world for what we need here and in the hereafter. Allah knows what we are looking for. He hears us ask and He provides.
How often do you consider that less in this world may mean more in eternity? Brother Michael explains how Allah rewards those who are patient and trust and rely on Him. In ayah 56 - 60 of Surah Al-’Ankabut (29 The Spider) Allah commands to only worship Him. Every soul will taste death and we will all return to Allah.
We all face ups and downs in life. Allah is indeed taking care of us. Paradise is the reward for those who are patient and rely on Allah.
In ayah 60, Allah illustrates that animals look as if they have nothing. Everyday they go out and they are provided for by Allah. We are the same. Allah knows our condition. He hears us and provides.
We must be patient, if things don’t go according to our plan. Be thankful. Allah has His plan for each of us.
Brother Michael explains, "We want things for this life and we don't plan much for the hereafter. Sometimes Allah gives us what we need for this life less than what we aspired to or wanted. And yet, that's because He wanted us to, He wants us to get more from the hereafter."
