Every decision that you make in your life, every action that you take...depends on how much you care about your Akhirah.  It shows whether or not you've been thinking about the 'Dar-ul-akhirah' - the final abode. Listen to the episode here A believer's choices come out of their love for the Creator, the yearning to be near Him in the Jannah, and the fear of being placed in Jahanum. Look… The actions you’re taking are leading you somewhere, right?  So, if you’re not finding a desire in your heart to be close to Allah, feel his presence, and ultimately connect with Him ..read more

Even his mother's pain didn't break his faith. Ammar (RA) was not the only one...there were more. But the Quraysh never even stood a chance against the hope they had in Allah (swt). So, over time, what changed? With the situation of our Palestinian brothers and sisters getting worst day by day, it feels like… Our hands tied behind our backs, and we feel like we can't do anything. Somehow, we’ve allowed our flames of hope to die out. We’ve lost the spark in our Duas, we’ve misplaced our matchboxes elsewhere… And we've unwillingly distanced ourselves from Allah when we need Him the most ..read more

Stop with the boring Duas... If you're not switching up your prayers... You'll soon find yourself just 'saying' the words instead of meaning it. Life is hard enough with grief and anxiety lurking around every corner... And Dua is our only weapon to fight off the horde of negative emotions. So, use different names of Allah to keep your mind charged. Find ways to ask your Dua in a more compelling and meaningful way ..read more

How did Daud ﷺ overcome the powerful Goliath?  How did the believers of Badr overcome thousands of Quraysh? Hint: It was never about strength or numbers.  The hurt from seeing others in pain becomes a voice echoing in our minds: "I'm just one person. What can I do?"  Listen... Shaytan's responsible for a lot of things...but not this one.  While we're tired of seeing pain everywhere we go online... We're also imprisoning ourselves for the crimes of others outside our reach. Back to the question: What defeated Goliath and the Quraysh? A believer's mind which knows its worth ..read more

Are we worthy of receiving Hidayah from Allah? The answer is: YES. When Allah blesses someone with the gift of guidance, then it doesn’t matter how long a person has been astray… As long as they vow to never repeat the same sins again and devote their time and energy to worshiping Allah (swt). Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rahimahullah) uncovers some gems about: - What exactly does ‘Hidayah’ mean to Muslims? - Insight into the two types of guidance: seeing the straight path and accepting the truth. - Three actionable ways to cultivate "Hidayah" in your heart. - What’s the ideal age to star ..read more

Join Muhammad Alshareef (rahimahullah) where he touched base on how we can make Taqwah a part of our identity. It means aligning every aspect of our life with Allah (swt) and helping ourselves depart on a journey of personal development and spiritual growth. In this episode, he talks about: Ramadan is more than just fasting; it's a time for self-improvement and increased spirituality How our surroundings and situations can significantly impact our behavior and actions How to motivate teenagers toward positive actions and a closer connection to Allah. Duas that are powerful and comprehensiv ..read more

In this episode, Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rahimahulAllah) speaks about captivating stories from the Quran that were turned into powerful supplications (duas).  These stories are not only inspiring but also serve as a guide on what we should be asking for in our prayers.  Join Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef (rahimahulAllah) where he discusses: Story of Talut and Jalut How patience can help us get through difficult situations; and The connection between power, wisdom, and knowledge ..read more

“Why should I put my trust in Allah’s plan? What if, His plan is different from mine?” Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef explores the idea that every event, whether a trial or a blessing, is predestined by the Divine. Trust doesn’t mean everything will work out the way we want, but it ensures we stand our ground and accept what Allah has destined for us. …where he emphasizes on: - The significance of offering specific and meaningful dua (prayers). - How the calamities of life like fear, hunger, loss of wealth, and loss of life are predetermined; and - The story of Shahabuddin Betty Yaya, who rem ..read more

Sipping coffee with like-minded friends feels like a perfect Sunday evening... Until one of them asks, "How's work?" Why would this make you want to end the conversation sooner? Why do we dread going back to work on a Monday? Why do clocks at work seem to be running at a turtle's pace? The absence of joy in our work life has created a vacuum we're constantly stuck in. If the work itself doesn't excite us to face new challenges and depletes our energy quicker than others... It starts to spread in other areas of our lives. The 'emptiness' starts to affect our feelings about every item on ..read more

Allah knows the gut-wrenching pain a mother has to go through to protect, sacrifice her own desires, and raise her child. That's why He treats them a certain way like no other. He comforts and instructs them to have faith in Him. If we look through the Quran, Allah talks in a motivational and comforting tone when dealing with mothers. Whether it's the mother of Maryam (AS) and her desire to supplicate her child in the service of Allah... ...or it's about Maryam (AS) when she was blessed with the news of being granted a son as a prophet... ...or when Allah comforted the distressed ..read more