There is Always a Way Out
How many times have you found yourself in a difficult situation when you could see no way out?
There is always a way out.
We often forget that God tells us in the Qur'an to ask Him and He will respond.
He says:
"And when My servants ask you, [O Muhammad]...
Is it Really Allah?
True poverty is the poverty of the soul
Nourish your soul with what it needs
Some deep reflections here by sister Yasmin
(7 minutes)
God Does Not Expect Us to be Perfect ... We are not Angels
One of the reasons some believers lose hope and faith is sadness after committing sins and mistakes
It is true that God dislikes sins (major sins and minor sins), but at the same time He knows we are not angels.
When a believer sins...
Hope in God
A believer always has hope.
Sister Yasmin Mogahed discusses the importance of relying on Allah in our lives.
Recorded at the Fisher and Paykel Auditorium at the University of Auckland, New Zealand on 19 April 2015.
(44 minutes)
Trust God by Doing Your Best & Asking His Guidance and Help
Sometimes we worry about the future
What will happen next month, what will happen next year?
It is part of human nature to worry, but to find peace we need to train ourselves to reduce our worries concerning the future.
The best...
Don't Panic When Doors Close ... Other Doors will Open
Some doors in life close but others eventually open
To maintain inner peace, a believer needs to be patient when a door closes and not panic.
Trust in God, and be sure He will open for you another door, which In-Shaa-Allah will be better...
Keep Trying & Never Give Up
Sometimes you ask God for something and your request is not granted, or delayed.
This is a golden opportunity to come closer to God, as if you really need what you are asking Him for, you should continue trying.
Don't give up.
God loves to hear the supplication of...
Don't Be Fooled by the Glitter of this Worldly Life
It is part of human nature to love wealth and to seek increase in money and material possessions.
Allah (SWT) warns us of this in the Qur'an, and reminds us of the reality of this life when He says in the first two verses of Chapter 102...
When Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, and his companions entered Makkah in the 8th. year after Hijrah, he removed the idols from around the Kaabah, and restored the House as the first House built for the worship of God on earth.
The idols fell to the ground, and the Prophet, peace be upon...
Pursuit of Happiness: Knowing Your Creator
A nice and emotional talk by sister Yasmin
Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, said:
"Be mindful of Allah, and you'll find Him before you." (Tirmidhi)
Many assume happiness can be derived from material possessions and financial comfort. This has...
Dealing with Negative Peer Pressure
Friends, classmates and neighbors who dislike Islam can often become a major obstacle in finding inner peace.
We have to deal with them on a regular basis, and when they express negativity for our faith, it takes a lot of patience to react in the right way...
Peace Comes from a Clear Conscience
If you are searching for inner peace, never be unfair to others.
Justice is a virtue which God loves, whereas injustice is a major sin.
Do your best not to harm anybody with your words and deeds during the day, and you will have a clear conscience which...
Remember that All Strength is from Allah
Human beings are weak creatures, and we often forget that...
We forget that they are born helpless ...
And we often forget that when they are elderly, they are again weak
So don't be fooled with your physical strength, your wealth, your good health...
The Love of God is the Path to Inner Peace
Love God and remember that He loves you
That is the main ingredient which makes a believer's heart attached to the Creator, and remain on God's Straight Path.
Each time you experience a gift God has given you, small or big, thank Him and remember His...
Don't Forget to Look up to the Stars
Life in the city deprives most of us from enjoying the beauty of nature which God created, and this amazing universe.
One of the benefits gained from looking up to the stars at night is that they remind us of the greatness of God's creation.
This...
The Qur'an as a Healing
This talk is part of the tour Sister Yasmin made last year to Malaysia
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DhUgghpRzhw
(42 minutes)
Stay Calm
Being calm is very important for inner peace.
We see many people who get angry or agitated for minor issues which don't deserve it.
The Prophet, peace be upon him, advised one of his companions by saying to him three times "Don't get angry."
When being calm, you are able to take...
After Hardship There Will Be Ease
At times, we go through hardships which can make us sad.
When all what you see in the media is accusations against your faith and false claims by people who do not understand, this is a hardship which needs patience.
The important thing is to keep your chin...