Echoes of Faith

Don't get fixated on things going your way, Allah's plan is always greater. People's words may fade, but AllahSWT's words never do. When you feel lost, turn to the Qur'an and tahajjud. He's always there, always listening.

Ya Allah, grant us Jannah without reckoning, forgive our sins, and make us among those You are pleased with. Ameen.

To be tried is to be loved. And to be loved by Allah is the greatest honor

If tears could heal, I would shed an ocean. If words could turn back time, my mouth would run dry. But I am just a soul. And nothing more. So l pray to my Lord and hand Him my grief, my fear and my sorrow in my hands covered in hope. To Him, the one who can aid me.Sa'ada's substack ⤵️

The Prophet ﷺ said:“Indeed, the eyes shed tears and the heart grieves, but we do not say except that which is pleasing to our Lord. And we are saddened by your departure, O Ibrahim.”(Sahih al-Bukhari 1303)If our hearts ache for those we have lost, let that longing push us to strive harder, by Allah's mercy, may we be reunited in a place where grief does not exist, where every tear is replaced with eternal joy. insha Allah

DISCLAIMER: We're not scholars but seekers, learning and striving. No perfection here, just reflection. Let's walk this path together, with sincerity as our guide and Allah as our destination.The greatest loss isn't wealth, status, or people, it's when Allah turns away from you. When the doors of guidance close, when your du'as feel unheard, when your heart no longer trembles at His words…that is the deepest void a soul can experience. Because what is left, when the One who owns everything no longer looks your way?

Allah,the vastness of His love and mercy, and the power of the power of the verse: “And when My servants ask you concerning Me, indeed I am near.” (Qur'an 2:186). A reminder that no matter how far we've strayed, He is always waiting for us. This episode isn't just a reminder: it's a call to embrace this Ramadan like it's our last. Let this be the Ramadan that transforms you.

welcome to the ramadan series on echoes of faith podcast! and i'm your host bushra for today's episode.May Allah accept from you and mine

DISCLAIMER DISCLAIMERDeath.We grieve after a loss we've experienced—someone dear to us, a motherly figure for the Echoes of Faith Foundation.It made us question:How will we be remembered?What legacy will we leave?Will people speak about us the way we speak about her when we pass? or will they say we chased worldly things (wa iyyazubillah)?Please keep Iman's mum, Bushra's uncle, Zeezah's grandma, and all the deceased in your duas.If you're grieving or have lost someone close to your heart, we want you to know that Allah loves you and them in sha Allah

Think of this episode as a spiritual wake-up call to help you understand yourself better and strengthen your connection with Allah. why self-awareness is so important in Islam, it helps you recognize your emotions, break old habits, and get closer to fulfilling your true purpose. Awaken your inner self and start living with intention, Insha'Allah.

The Prophet Muhammad (SAW) said: “Look at those below you (less fortunate than you), and do not look at those above you, for this is more suitable to ensure that you do not belittle Allah's blessings upon you.” Narrated by [Sahih Muslim 7070]

The Prophet Muhammad(SAW) said: “From the happiness of the son of Adam is his satisfaction with what Allah has decreed for him, and from the misery of the son of Adam is his dissatisfaction with what Allah has decreed for him.” Narrated by Tirmidhi (2151)

Today's Quran verse reflection:…Allah will replace their evil deeds with good[25:70]SubhanAllah, Allah's mercy knows no bounds. Not only does He forgive us when we sincerely repent, but He even turns our bad deeds into good deeds. Imagine going to Allah on yamul qiyamah and seeing bundles of good deeds that you don't remember doing. When you ask, He says, “These were your sins, which I turned into good deeds because you repented

Today's Hadith Reflection:Qaddar Allah wa ma sha'a fa'al[Allah has decreed and what He wills, He does]Regret brings you closer to Allah.The Prophet ﷺ said, Regret is repentance! But not all regret is healthy..In today's reflection, I discuss how regret can lead us back to Allah and why we should avoid getting stuck in the ‘what ifs.' As The Prophet ﷺ teaches us to trust in Allah's decree: Qaddar Allah wa ma sha'a fa'al [Allah has decreed, and what He wills, He does]

Today's Hadith reflection:This dunya is a prison for the believers and a paradise for the disbelievers.The believers' souls are imprisoned because they belong to another world—a better world, where they don't have to get sick, where they don't have to bleed, where they don't have to cry!The believers' souls are yearning for something greater, something better. It is like a prisoner that is homesick and misses its true home—it's JANNAH.But what happens when a soul thinks this dunya is its paradise?Surah Naziat verses: https://quran.com/79/1https://quran.com/79/2

Today's Hadith reflection:Allah talks to you in salah Did you know Allah (SWT) actually talks to us in Salah?

Today's Hadith Reflection:“Hamdan Kathiran Tayyiban Mubarakan Fihi.”Today I reflected on a powerful hadith about a man who praised Allah with some words during Salah.After the Salah, the Prophet (SAW) said he saw over 30 angels rushing to write down the reward of this man for saying these beautiful praises!We often underestimate the significance of our praises, but this story reveals how even a small phrase can tip the scales in our favor.Listen as I reflect on the beauty of praising Allah and the incredible mercy He shows to those who strive to remember Him.

Today's Quran verse reflection:“We were not of those who prayed” [74:43]In Surah Al-Muddathir, Allah shows us a haunting conversation between the People of Hellfire and the people of Paradise.The people In Jannah will ask the people in hell what got them into Hell? And their regretful answer will be,“We were not of those who prayed”Allah shows us what the people of Hell will say as a mercy to help us avoid their fate.Which side will we be on—those asking the people in Hell, or those being asked why they are in Hell?Salah in English:https://youtu.be/SevO7B124yU?si=yfEqATqtKm-VkmXM%20App for tracking your salah

You say to yourself, “I won't do it again.” You tell Allah you won't do it again, and then you do it again.You feel so ashamed that sometimes you even ask yourself, “How do I face Allah in salah when I keep doing this?”And then Shaytan whispers to you, “Just don't pray.”Today, I talked about my life as an imperfect repenter, like every other human, striving in jihad al-nafs (striving against our lower selves).

In this episode, I shared a beautiful story about a slave girl who spent her nights in worship to Allah.For Allah to come down to the seventh heaven and wake you up to talk to Him.To be chosen by Allah, to come closer, to whisper your secrets, your hopes, and your fears to Him.Tahajjud is truly a gift, one that only those Allah loves are invited to.

“Is Allah punishing me?” A question many of us ask ourselves during hardships. Yes, sometimes we bring hardships upon ourselves with our own hands. But even when that happens, do you know that punishment from Allah in this dunya can actually be a form of mercy from Him?I read something about this from a book and it really struck me so I decided to talk about it! So today I discussed: • How we can view hardships as mercies from Allah rather than mere punishments. •Understanding the nature of trials and Allah's mercy can completely change our perspective. •How thinking well of Allah (Husn al-Dhann) plays a crucial role in shaping our experience of hardship. • Allah's infinite mercy: How even in times of difficulty, His mercy and wisdom are present. • Practical ways to shift our mindset from one of despair to hope, and how to reconnect with Allah during tough moments.

Healing is a deeply personal and spiritual journey. In the context of our lives, we all face challenges, whether emotional, mental, or physical.It's through the concept of acceptance, paired with prayer and faith that true healing begins.Acceptance is not passive, it is a choice to live with purpose, grounded in faith. When we accept what Allah SWT has decreed for us, we begin to heal, finding peace in the present moment, and strength to move forward with hope for the future.Go listen to “the Deen corner podcast” https://podcasts.apple.com/eg/podcast/the-deen-corner/id1719183665Send any reviews or if you justneed someone to talk to ;)

Today, our guest ilham talked about the challenges of being modest and how to start embracing it. She also shared stories about her own journey towards modesty

In this episode, we talked about the journey of finding Islam as a Muslim,and personal stories of how we found Islam

In this episode,we talked about how Allah tests those He loves

In this episode,we talked about how Allah tests those He loves

Assalamu Alaikum I've said a lot on today's reminder, but the most important thing is to pick atleast one thing from what I said. Insha Allāh Fluctuation of our Iman is also a test upon us itself, because it requires a great deal of patience, a never ending battle against our nafs. Losing your Iman is one thing but never your ‘fard' and ‘faith'. Never think that someone else is better than you, we're all equal in faith. You just need to do better as a pracing muslim for yourself benefit and not for anyone. We let romance and nikkah to get through our heads too much, to the point where we forget to put ourselves first and prioritize our deen. Marriage or love is not all about seeing cute couples on the internet and you think it's all about that, it's more than what you think. If you claim you want a righteous husband then, do you also pray to be a righteous wife(vise versa) Indulging in something Allah has made haram will never have no barakah at the end. Which is pretty mush a waste of time! Just because others are doing it doesn't mean you should. giving up something for the sake of his glory, he will reward you with something better. (Go listen to “romance is like rizq”Zeezah did in one of her minute reminders) How bright is your flame burning? How do you control your feelings and emotions? Where's your fear of Allahswt? Do you worry before sinning? Before backbiting your Muslim brothers and sisters? A short reminder on the story of prophet Ayyub(AS) He was a man who lost pretty much everything, his health, wealth, children… but he never lost his faith in Allah(SWT) Subhannallah, doesn't it make you think, the moment we're being tested, we forget all the times Allah had blessed us for, from nothing to something. We forget to show gratitude towards our creator. Never look at the people above, you but look at the people below you. Be grateful to Allah that you're healthy and stable. Remember to always Show gratitude at all times •Learn to acknowledge your emotions •Accept and Appreciate the achievements of others •Continue to gain more knowledge •Show respect towards others(both young and old) And lastly, Use the little time you have wisely to fix your relationship with Allah and prioritize your deen. Youths are dying Families and friends are dying No one is promised the next hour.

In this episode, Zeezah talked about how to stay consistent with reading the Quran,pondering over it and using it to get to Jannah,For it will intercede for you on yaumul qiyamah. (

Salam guys!! this is just a little reminder about ‘Qadr'. do not blame yourself for what has already happened in the past. The first sign of maturity is when you accept the fact that “Everything happens for a reason”, ‘If only' opens the gate to shaytaan. It makes you to become miserable and may even cause you harm, which is of no use! “If a calamity befalls you, do not say, ‘If only I had done that, it would have been like that.' Say instead, ‘Qadarullaahi wa maa shaa'a fa‘al'[It is the destiny of Allaah and He does whatever He wishes]” Narrated by Abu huraira What has happened to you, you won't have made it happen to you. May Alla(SWT) guide us from the curse of shaytaan

In your grave, unable to do deeds anymore, you'll notice your rank in Jannah increasing,your good deeds increasing and the light in your grave increasing,You'll ask, “Oh my Rabb, where's this from?' and you'll be told…. (Source; https://youtu.be/7IBNanciYSg?si=VnvE3Py6eYQZgaS2)

Look around... You're at the airport, waiting for your flight. You're getting as much as you can from the duty-free before the plane arrives. Do you get it? You're waiting for death, so shouldn't you pack as many good deeds as possible from the duty-free…..This Dunya is your duty-free. (Source: https://sunnah.com/bukhari:6416)

Salam guys! In this heartfelt bonus episode, bushra shared stories on what gave her a wake up call, and how you can help yourself and loved ones to achieve a good ending. “At some point in our lives, we've all lost a loved one, so dear to us. But do you still pray for them? Or have you abandoned them?” “When a man dies, his good deeds come to an end, except three: Ongoing charity, beneficial knowledge, and a righteous child who will pray for him.” Hadith | Sahih Muslim. https://youtu.be/norg-fKv848?si=pVrFrfNYipIjXc39

In this episode, I shared some beautiful words of my friend's late Aunt that have been keeping me steadfast on the deen

“And whosoever repents and does righteous good deeds; then verily, he repents towards AllahSWT with true repentance” [al-Furqaan 25:68-71] And remember, Jannah is full of sinners who repent. May we be amongst the people of Jannah (Ameen) and have our sins wiped away.

We're so obsessed with love, Nikkah, and Naseeb that we forget to prepare ourselves for marriage or the disappointment of not getting married. Instead of worrying over who your Naseeb is or if you even have one, why not use this essential time to strengthen your relationship with Allah SWT? And when Allah tests you with remaining unmarried, the test will be easier to endure because you'll be familiar with His words on qadr, recognizing this as a test from him.

Salam it's your girls here, Music is something most of us struggle with,we promised you guys we'd record an episode for you when we actually stopped so here you go,we shared some tips and personal stories on how we stopped listening to music.

Salam guys! This is just a little reminder on the type of things you might struggle with while getting close to the deen. But always remember to view the positive from the negative. The more you get closer to Allah(SWT) the more Allah SWT tests you. May Allah make it easy for all of us ameen.