I Am Enjoying Being A Muslim

When I don’t understand what’s happening in my life, I just close my eyes and take a deep breath and say, “O Allah, I know this is Your plan, just help me through it.”

We must talk to Allah and tell Him our problems, because only He can solve them. Allah is my only Hope.

Until we realize that it is only Allah who is the source of peace, we will never be able to attain true peace of mind. If Allah can turn day into night, then surely Allah can turn the darkness of my life into happiness and prosperity.

[big][Quran 12:87]
[quote]"And do not lose hope in the mercy of Allah. Indeed nor lose hope in the mercy of Allah except the most ungrateful people."[/quote][/big]

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Paliglass · 41-45, F

I say the same thing to a higher power. It always helps.

It has nothing to do with "Allah" or a "Christian God"

It has to do with handing yourself over and recognising a force in the universe greater than you.

I find your preaching oppressive and offensive. I'd say the same to a Christian.

However I've come across many Christians out there in the world helping people - any people. Even Muslims. Muslim women so oppressed they're not allowed to read and are being taught by Christians so they can have a better life. Homeless people helped by Christians. In my local area at the weekend Christians helping drunks - not preaching unless asked but handing out flip flops to women who's feet hurt and making sure people have a safe night!

I have never come across Muslims helping anyone. I've heard how they help other Muslims only but I've never seen it.

So instead of telling us how great your God is why don't you do something actually helpful. Which does not btw include trying to force us all be Muslims by either preaching or blowing anyone up.

Madeleine · 41-45, F

@Paliglass Thank you for your comment. I believe in the Creator of the universe and everything in it. Allah is the name of our Maker.

I believe that good people exist in every group and community, whether it was Muslims, or Christians, or people of other faiths/beliefs. The fact that you never met Muslims who would help doesn't mean they don't exist. I personally know many names of Muslims who dedicated their lives to help others, and it's actually a basic Islamic teaching.

Respectfully, as much as I appreciate that you stopped by to read my post, my intention is not to preach but to share. You don't know me well enough to assume that I never do anything to help others, I think this is merely a judgmental statement from your part.

Peace.

Paliglass · 41-45, F

@Madeleine What organisations created by the Muslim faith go out spending Muslim money to help non Muslims? - real question,

Madeleine · 41-45, F

@Paliglass

[b]Islamic Relief:[/b] An international humanitarian organisation that provides development programs and humanitarian relief around the globe, regardless of race, political affiliation, gender or belief.

[b]Muslim Charity:[/b] An international relief and development non-governmental organization (NGO) that aims to alleviate the suffering of the world's poorest people. As well as responding to disasters and emergencies, it successfully carries out short and long-term development projects - regardless of race, religion or gender.

[b]Muslim Hands:[/b] An international NGO working in over forty countries worldwide to help those affected by natural disasters, conflict and poverty. The organisation was established in 1993 in Nottingham, UK.

[b]Muslim Charities Forum:[/b] An umbrella organisation for UK based Muslim-led charities whose primary goal is to provide humanitarian aid and assistance to the poorest and most vulnerable people around the world. It is also an associate member of Bond (British Overseas NGOs for Development), the UK membership body for non-governmental organisations and a member of NCVO, National Council for Voluntary Organisations, an organisation with 11,000 members that champions the voluntary sector and volunteering.

[b]The Zakat Foundation:[/b] A Chicago-based, Muslim non-profit dedicated to alleviating the immediate needs of the poorest communities, as well as providing emergency relief, post-disaster rehabilitation, sustainable development, education, healthcare, orphan sponsorship, and seasonal programs such as Ramadan Iftars and Udhiya/Qurbani.

[b]International Islamic Relief Organization:[/b] A charity based in Saudi Arabia founded by the Muslim World League in 1978. It is a full member of The Conference of NGOs, where it serves on the board. The IIRO is included in a list of some of the UNHCR's major NGO partners and has been involved in many joint programmes with UN Agencies and intergovernmental (such as the World Health Organization) and non-governmental organisations. It has enjoyed consultative status on the United Nations Economic and Social Council since 1995. It was the first Islamic NGO to gain observer status with the International Organisation for Migration (IOM). It is also a member of the International Humanitarian City based in Dubai, UAE.

[b]Human Appeal:[/b] A British international development and relief charity based in Manchester. It was established in 1991.

[b]Ummah Welfare Trust:[/b] A UK-based international relief and development charity established in 2001. Inspired by the Islamic teachings of empathy, generosity and selflessness, the trust aims to alleviate poverty and suffering across the world.

Paliglass · 41-45, F

@Madeleine thanks. Will look into a few of those.