(016:001) - God’s Decree

Video: https://youtu.be/EdJMkC6LGv4 A friend of mine was once applying for jobs. He sent his CV to 100s of companies, and each time he was rejected, making him feel really upset. He was an intelligent guy and knew he could ace an interview if he was just given a chance.  One day, he received a letter from one of the top companies in the world – he was being invited for an interview! Thrilled, he prepared all he could and turned up on the day; he smashed it out of the park. The company then invited him for a second interview; again he smashed it! He knew he could do this, and began to feel he had secured the job already. The final interview was with one of the company bosses. It is usually just a formality, checking you get on ok and then offering you the job. He turned up for the interview and he felt it went well. He began picturing himself working at the company, and planning how he would spend all that money. ‘Ring-Ring’ “Hello is that Mr Khan? We’re sorry to tell you, we won’t be proceeding with your application” He was distraught. He was certain he aced it, but had no idea why they didn’t accept him. Seeking some comfort, he saw the Quran on his shelf. He decided to open it to the first random page and hear Allah’s ﷻ words. He’s sure he will find comfort in them. He lands on Surah Al-Nahl أَتَىٰ أَمْرُ اللَّهِ فَلَا تَسْتَعْجِلُوهُ ۚ سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ عَمَّا يُشْرِكُونَ God’s decree has come, so do not ask to bring it on sooner. Glory be to Him! He is far above anything they join with Him! (16:1)   Shivers went down his spine. He felt as though Allah ﷻ was speaking to him directly; He has already ordained which job he would get, so do not rush it! A few weeks later, my friend interviewed for another job which he managed to secure Alhamdulillah! It was far better, higher paid and much more prestigious. 10 years on, we both look back at the incident; we know this was the best thing for him. Had he got the initial job he wanted, he would never have interviewed for this and would have been much worse off. In his moment of sadness, the Quran spoke to him, comforting him in his difficulty. So in your moments of happiness and sadness, turn to the book of God, and let Him speak directly to you too. Talha Ghannam www.quranclub.org