The Power of Faith

 

By Amir

Life brings challenges around the highway of time where things don't always seem too clear as to what Allah wants from us. We may not see it in time or present at that very second as what seems to be the problem or how a situation is supposed to work out-- and we always ask ourselves, why me? why is it happening to me? I am sure each one of us have been in this situation.
 
But then think about the situation when things have worked themselves out. How many times do you go back and look at the situation and see the reason? In most times, things work themselves out. Most people say in the time of distress that "everything is going to work out" and we say well its easier for you to say because you are not the one in that situation. 

Of course, they are not, they just know to say these nice things to make you feel better at the time. That shows their presence is a blessing to our lives, they are friends that care and want to take care of you and your loved ones in time of distress. If they didn't care, they would have shrugged their shoulders and would have gone on their merry way. But they don't: they stick around and, even though most people are there in spirit, they are still friends and family that support you.
 
When situations get better and we look at it, sometimes it is not clear exactly why something has happened. We blame ourselves and others, but then at times when results are fruitful, we seldom thank Allah for being there. We always put plans or credits to an action carried by some personnel that made the situation better and pleasant.

But what if Allah wasn't there taking care of things and wasn't there for that 'personnel' to perform that action to carry out the task? We don't react but we are reacted upon by the power above and the results are in our favor (most of the times). We may not see the picture or if there is anybody there to answer our 'why me?' questions but a strong faith in Allah and prayers will answer and resolve the situation.

And further down the road of time, you will see the reason why it happened. I know of people that were homeless for months, living out of their car, and they currently own their own businesses. I have known people that got in trouble with the law, lost everything they had earned in life, and now, with faith, are slowly gradually getting back to their lives. If Allah wasn't there to answer their prayers, what do you think would have happened to these distressed people? Allah never gives up on you.
 
I personally handle things like that with belief, especially when it comes to hard times and I don't see the full picture. It doesn't answer all my questions, but I firmly believe that Allah has a reason to carry this out for me and that there is a mystery behind that I would be able to see and resolve in the future. For example, I met a guy about 7 years ago on the West coast while I was living in the Midwest of the United States. We hit it off and the connection was more then strong, we met in person and had a great time. BUT, we couldn't take any action because of the distance issue. I didn't want a long distance relationship and so we dropped the idea of seeing each other let alone dating. Then I got partnered for 5 years, and I have been recently became single in April. He was partnered for 3 years, and has since became single himself this past August.

So, where do we stand? We are in the same situation we were 7 years ago-- and the distance is still the factor. I have constraints and his life is all set on the West coast. So, we still cant be together even though the connection is still as strong as it was years ago. To the questions such as "why is it happening to me?" or "why cant we be together?", I have no answers. But a firm faith in Allah that if it has to happen, it will. If we are to spend life together in the next 10 years or whatever, may be it will happen. I don't know when or why but I faithfully believe in Allah that if it is meant to happen and it is good for my future, He will make it happen and we will be together.

May be there is someone better for me out there.
 
So, ask and you shall receive. Have a strong faith in Allah for who you are and what you want and keep Him in your life and you shall succeed. That is the key to having your prayers answered. I am not saying just to think positive and sit back and expect for the best, be prepared for both sides or any situation but have faith in Allah that it is His will to make things happen and that He knows what is on our mind, and pray not to make things happen just the way you want it, pray for Him to make things happen what is best for you and your future. Because He is the all knowing, all merciful who knows more then you and me and will do what is best for each one of us.

work! :)

Peace,
Amir

 

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Amir is a gay Muslim who lives in the United States with his partner. Sitting behind a computer all day for work, he spends his spare time painting. Reach him via info@huriyahmag.com

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