SATISFACTION WITH THE CHOOSING OF ALLAH

This one tool is known as “satisfaction with the choosing of Allah”. To stress the importance of this divine formula, ponder over the following:

When the Muslim wakes up in the morning, what are we taught to say?
“Praise be to Allah, the One who brought us back to life after causing us to die..”[Bukhari]

When we get dressed, what are we taught to say?
“Praise be to you oh Allah, You clothed me with this!” [Abi Dawood, At-Tirmithi]

When the Muslim finishes eating, what are we taught to say?
“Praise be to Allah, with an abundant, beautiful, blessed praise..” [Bukhari]

When the Muslim exits from the bathroom, what are we taught to say?

“Praise be to Allah, the One who removed the impurities from me and relieved me.” [Ibn Majah]

When the Muslim sees a person with a disability, what are we taught to say?
“Praise be to Allah, who has spared me from what he has been afflicted with.” [at-Tirmithi]

When the Muslim attains or accomplishes something, what are we taught to say?
“Praise be to Allah, by whose blessing good things happen!” [Ibn Majah]

If the Muslim fails to accomplish something? We are to say:
“Praise be to Allah, in all cases.” [Ibn Majah]

Isn’t that just amazing?! The Muslim finds himself perpetually alternating from one form of praise to another regardless of the situation’s ease or hardship. Yes, this is the sweet life of a believer: Gratitude during prosperity & patience during adversity, a reward from Allah in both cases, a win-win situation.

These words are guidance for us during our most difficult times. They allow us to find perspective even during hardship.