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My Lord Nurtures Me

Reassurance Through Promises

Life is full of uncertainties, trials, and challenges, and at times, we may feel overwhelmed. But one of the greatest ways in which Allah ﷻ nurtures us is by offering reassurance through His promises. These divine promises serve as a source of hope, strength, and trust, reminding us that no matter what we go through, Allah’s mercy, justice, and guidance are always present.

Allah’s promises are not mere words; they are absolute truths, guaranteed by the One who never fails in His word. He reassures us through the Holy Qur’an, Sunnah, and the experiences of those who came before us, showing us that His help, mercy, and justice are always near.

  1. The Promise of Nearness: “I Am With You”

One of the most comforting reassurances from Allah ﷻ is that He is always near to His servants. In times of distress, loneliness, or confusion, this promise is a reminder that we are never alone.

وَإِذَا سَأَلَكَ عِبَادِى عَنِّى فَإِنِّى قَرِيبٌ ۖ أُجِيبُ دَعْوَةَ ٱلدَّاعِ إِذَا دَعَانِ ۖ فَلْيَسْتَجِيبُوا۟ لِى وَلْيُؤْمِنُوا۟ بِى لَعَلَّهُمْ يَرْشُدُونَ

“And when My servants ask you concerning Me, indeed I am near. I respond to the invocation of the supplicant when he calls upon Me.” (Al-Baqarah 2: 186)

This verse serves as a personal invitation from Allah ﷻ to call upon Him, seek His guidance, and find solace in His nearness. No matter where we are or what we are facing, Allah ﷻ is close, listening, and responding.

How This Nurtures Us:

  • It eliminates feelings of isolation.
  • It strengthens our connection with our Creator.
  • It reassures us that our prayers never go unheard.
  1. The Promise of Ease After Hardship

Allah acknowledges that we will face difficulties, but He also promises that relief will always follow hardship.

فَإِنَّ مَعَ ٱلْعُسْرِ يُسْرًا إِنَّ مَعَ ٱلْعُسْرِ يُسْرًا

“For indeed, with hardship comes ease. Indeed, with hardship comes ease.” (Ash-Sharh 94: 5-6)

The repetition in this verse emphasizes certainty — just as night is followed by day, difficulty is always followed by relief. Even when life feels unbearable, Allah ﷻ assures us that ease is just around the corner.

How This Nurtures Us:

  • It encourages patience during difficult times.
  • It reminds us that pain is temporary.
  • It helps us maintain hope and perseverance.

The Prophet ﷺ said:

وَاعْلَمْ أَنَّ النَّصْرَ مَعَ الصَّبْرِ، وَأَنْ الْفَرَجَ مَعَ الْكَرْبِ، وَأَنَّ مَعَ الْعُسْرِ يُسْرًا

“Know that victory comes with patience, relief with affliction, and hardship with ease.” (Hadith 19, 40 Hadith an-Nawawi)

This hadith reassures us that our struggles are never in vain — Allah’s help is always near.

  1. The Promise of Forgiveness and Mercy

No matter how many mistakes we make, Allah’s promise of forgiveness nurtures us by giving us hope and a chance to start anew.

قُلْ يَـٰعِبَادِىَ ٱلَّذِينَ أَسْرَفُوا۟ عَلَىٰٓ أَنفُسِهِمْ لَا تَقْنَطُوا۟ مِن رَّحْمَةِ ٱللَّهِ ۚ إِنَّ ٱللَّهَ يَغْفِرُ ٱلذُّنُوبَ جَمِيعًا ۚ إِنَّهُۥ هُوَ ٱلْغَفُورُ ٱلرَّحِيمُ

“Say, O My servants who have transgressed against themselves [by sinning], do not despair of the mercy of Allah. Indeed, Allah forgives all sins. Indeed, it is He who is the Forgiving, the Merciful.” (Az-Zumar 39: 53)

This verse is one of the most hope-giving verses in the Qur’an. It reassures us that no sin is too great for Allah’s mercy, and as long as we turn to Him in repentance, He will forgive us.

How This Nurtures Us:

  • It removes feelings of hopelessness.
  • It encourages us to seek Allah’s mercy.
  • It nurtures our spiritual well-being by reminding us that Allah is always ready to accept us back.

Allah’s Promises Are a Source of Strength

Allah nurtures us through His promises, providing hope, comfort, and certainty in a world full of challenges. His words in the Noble Qur’an and Sunnah are not empty reassurances — they are absolute truths that we can hold onto in every moment of life.

Final Reflection:

What promise of Allah brings you the most comfort? Keep trusting in Him, for His words never fail, and His help is always near. Indeed, His promise is true.

“And who is truer to his promise than Allah?” (At-Tawbah 9: 111)

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