Life Supreme — Page 53
56. LIFE SUPREME prove himself worthy and fit if he wishes to be a recipient of these heavenly gifts. The Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be on him) has said that if a man crawls towards God then God comes walking towards him; and if he walks towards God then God comes running towards him. . God helps those who help themselves. . The citadel of faith is being attacked constantly by satanic missiles; and for this reason six extremely destructive ones will be reviewed here. We have to strive to overcome them although the battle will be hard. In this spiritual Jihad we may be encouraged by the Promise of. God: 'Allah is the Protector of those who believe. ' (47:12). Who are those believers? They are those who strive in the path of. Allah and obey those who are in authority over them; and also they are those who humble themselves before Allah and purge their hearts of selfishness and pride. In their hearts there is a yearning to become cleansed of all impurities; and should they hastily or even inadvertently do anything displeasing to Allah, the ache of remorse gnaws at their souls. . Every age has produced great men who have reached the summits of success through sheer perseverence and dogged resolution. Some of these famous figures had little or no schooling and passed their early years in abject poverty; yet they rose to become leaders of nations, industry and invention. Many of them died multimillionaires. They harnessed their inner powers and climbed to the top of their respective professions; but their vision was limited to the confines of this world. What wonderful spiritual achievements lie in store for those who prefer to direct their attention towards heaven and marshall all their energies towards the development and purification of their souls. What great spiritual leaders they could become What tremendous spiritual opportunities Islam offers mani. How foolish is he who does not take advantage of them but gives preference to the comforts and enjoyments of this life. God says: 'Verily he truly prospers who purifies himself, and remembers the name of his Lord and offers prayers. But you prefer the life of this world, whereas the Hereafter is better and more lasting. ' (87:15-18). A Muslim should see to it that he grows from strength to strength;