Tips: Some Advice On Remaining Steadfast For Allah's Sake

💐 In The Name Of Allah The Most Gracious The Most Merciful

🗒️ Allah the Most Merciful said:

"Indeed, those who have said, "Our Lord is Allah " and then remained (steadfast) on a right course - the angels will descend upon them, [saying], 'Do not fear and do not grieve but receive good tidings of Paradise, which you were promised.'" (Surah Fussilat verse 41:30)

💎 Some tips to attain patience and steadfastness in Islam:

1] Remember your actual mission and purpose in life. Strive to fulfill your duties to our Creator Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala.

2] Recall Allah's blessings on you, especially the blessing of being Muslim, guided by Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala to the truth and correct 'Aqeedah.

3] Train yourself to stay grateful to Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala. Say Dhikr and Du'a as frequently as you can.

4] Focus on your journey. Avoid comparing your tests to others' exams and trials.

5] Understand the virtues of patience and why Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala often tests those whom He loves.

6] Attain genuine happiness by striving to do what you can to join those whom Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala loves.

7] Take good care of your heart by maintaining strong connection with Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala.

8] Aspire to remain truthful and avoid lies as much as possible.

9] Sincerely seek Allah's Forgiveness day and night.

10] Don't be too hard on yourself. Acknowledge Allah's Mercy.

11] Be consistent and continue moving forward towards Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala.

12] Consistently acquire authentic Islamic knowledge through reliable sources.

13] Remain steadfast upon the right path, avoiding anything which could lead to misguidance and bid'ah.

14] Genuinely help other Muslims for Allah's sake. Support one another in doing the deeds which Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala and His noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam love.

15] Say more Du'a and wholeheartedly supplicate to Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala that He keeps you steadfast and patient.

The beloved Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam is the best role model from whom we can learn many noble traits like patience and steadfastness. The other Prophets of Allah 'alaihim as-salaam were also notable examples in maintaining patience and steadfastness throughout their lives. 

📖 Sa'd Ibn Abi Waqqas RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: I said, “O Messenger of Allah, which of the people are most severely tested?” The Messenger of Allah SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "They are the prophets, then the next best (in terms of piety), then the next best. A man is put to trial according to his Deen/religion. If he is firm in his religion, his trials will be more severe. If he is weak in his religion, he is put to trial according to his strength in religion. The servant will continue to be put to trial until he is left walking upon the earth without any sin."

Source: Sunan At-Tirmidhi 2398

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Albani

📖 Sufyan Ibn Abdullah RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: I said, "O Messenger of Allah, tell me of a word in Islam which I will not need to ask of anyone after you." The Messenger of Allah SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Say, 'I have faith in Allah,' and then remain steadfast."

Source: Sahih Muslim 38

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Muslim