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~89~ fulfilled. I will relate a few incidents to you, which show how Allah is expanding the Jama’at. However, I tell young girls in particular who are sometimes misled by the Internet or other people, [and feel] that the Jama’at is not progressing, or they despair and feel frustrated and the enemy tries to spread despair among us. Opponents make effort to do this and the same is done through the media now days, especially through vulgar discussions on websites etc. Slowly and gradually this creates despair in the minds of our youth, which makes them drift away from religion. Therefore, always be mindful of never entertaining any thought of frustration and despair. ” • Address at the Annual Ijtema Lajna Ima’illah Germany 17 September 2011 • Published AlFazl International 16 November 2010 ‘And by those who spread a thorough spreading’ [Wanashirati nashran] ا ً و َّ النّٰشِرٰت ِ نَشۡر Inventions of the current age and the latest means of communication are proving helpful and beneficial in spreading the true message of Islam. Huzoor-e-Anwar (aba) has repeatedly mentioned the supportive signs from Allah, rewards, and victories in Friday sermons and addresses. While explaining this topic with reference to the Holy Quran, he (aba) said: “We should remember that the power of Allah the Exalted is not limited. If He so wills, He may grant fulfillment of all prophecies and victories made to a prophet during his lifetime. However, Allah desires that those coming later should also become a part of these victories and blessings. Hence, the high- speed resources of this age are drawing our attention to the fact that we should utilize them appropriately. We should use them and follow in the footstep of the Companions (may Allah be pleased with them). We should become supporters and helpers for the Leader (Imam) of the time and by becoming his helpers