We complain about everything! We tend to take things for granted, not knowing that what we enjoy is all from Allah. Allah says: “And if you would count the graces of Allah, never could you be able to count them”. We have a roof over our heads, three meals at least a day and canned food that is sufficient for three months or more. We have running water and heating systems were others are living in freezing conditions in tents without any of that. You go to the toilet everyday like clockwork. How many people do you know who suffer from constipation? The Prophet salla Allahu alaihi wa sallam said: “Look at the one who is at a lower level than you, and do not look at the one who is above you, for that may keep you from scorning the blessing of Allah. If you have a car, be grateful as others have motorcycles. If you have a motorcycle, be grateful as others have bicycles. And if you are fed up with your bicycle, there are those who walk all day and their biggest wish is to have two wheels! Walking is one of the greatest blessings of Allah as there are those who are on a wheelchair. Someone who can’t walk is more blessed in our eyes than someone who is bedridden and paralyzed. Allah has said the truth: “And if you would count the graces of Allah, never could you be able to count them”. Therefore, stop whining and wailing and show your gratitude and appreciation to Allah wherever you are before He takes it from you!
Sh Assim Al Hakeem
Sh Assim Al Hakeem
