MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Touch somebody's heart!

 

Make A Difference!

Touch Somebody's Heart!

The best among you are those

who have the best conduct

and take care of others!

(M. Javed Naseem)

A good believer is always a good human being. He follows the path of righteousness and does not violate the rights of others. His manners and conduct are exemplary. He is a blessing for any community. Allah, the Almighty, has commanded us to do good so that a good society is created based on social justice and compassion.

“Serve Allah, and join not any partners with Him;

and do good to parents, kinsfolk, orphans, those in

need, neighbors who are near, neighbors who are

strangers; the companion by your side, the wayfarer

(you meet); and what your right hands possess! For

Allah loves not the arrogant, the vainglorious.”

(al-Quran 4:36)

Safwan bin Salim narrated this, and confirming the same Abu Huraira also narrated that Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w.) said:

“The one who looks after and works for a widow and for a poor person, is like a warrior fighting for Allah’s cause or like a person who fasts during the day and prays all night.” – (Bukhari , vol 8, book 73, No. 35).

We are one community and are supposed to help each other in times of need. We are all sons and daughters of Adam and Eve – a big family, as a matter of fact. As human beings we should feel for others because we are all parts of one great body and pieces of one big jigsaw puzzle. One without the others is nothing. That’s the way the Muslim community should be. The best among us is not the one who has achieved top position in sports, education, science, technology or arts. These honors are good for one’s personal satisfaction. If he/she cannot use it for the benefit of other human beings, it’s of no use. Islam promotes community life.

We should always think about others – the less fortunate, the not-so-lucky, the handicapped and the needy. If we cannot help them materially, at least console them morally with some kind, nice, soothing and sympathetic word. Don’t ever think it is worthless! It matters, for it touches the heart and soul of the needy.

Let me give you a simple but very important quiz I saw the other day.

1- Name the wealthiest woman in the world.
2- Name the last three Olympic champions in 100m sprint.
3- Name the last three winners of Miss Universe contest.
4- Name three people who won the Nobel prize last year.
5- Name the winners of the World Series of the last three years.

Now, how did you do? Remember anybody or anything? They were the most important people at that particular time. But none of us remembers the headliners of yesterday. They were no second-rate achievers. They were the best in their field. Those were the people who made headlines. They were on TV, radio, talk shows, in the magazines, newspapers for days, even weeks. But the applause dies; awards tarnish; and achievements are forgotten easily. Certificates and medals are buried with their owners.

Now, here is the second part of that quiz! See how you do on this one!

1. List three teachers who aided your journey through school.

2. Name three friends who have helped you through a difficult time.
3. Name three people who have taught you something worthwhile.
4. Think of three persons who have made you feel good, appreciated and special.
5. Think of three people you enjoy spending time with.
6. Name three heroes whose stories have inspired you.

Easier? Of course, piece of cake. So, what’s the lesson? The people who make a difference in your life are not the ones with the most credentials, most money, or the most awards & medals. They are the people who care; who touched your heart and soul; who were there with a kind and encouraging word when you were down. And that makes the difference.

“O you who believe! Fear Allah and be with

those who are true (in word and deed)!”

(al-Quran 9:119)

Now, you try to be one of those and touch somebody’s soul. Make a difference! Leave your footprints on somebody’s life. Please do it while you can. God bless you.

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