Qur'an and Me | Ramadan Reset Series

The Prophet ﷺ said:“The most beloved deeds to Allah are those that areconsistent, even if they are small.”(Bukhari & Muslim)So don’t feel pressure to be perfect after Ramadan.Just be consistent.Join us in our weekly reflection sessions: Qur'an and Me For TeensBeliever's Hub For LadiesFeedback FormQur'an Reflection Resources Let's ConnectAll praise is due to Allah, by whose grace good deeds are perfected (الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي بِنِعْمَتِهِ تَتِمُّ الصَّالِحَاتُ)

“For indeed, with hardship comes ease. Indeed, with hardship comes ease.” (Q94:5–6)...Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts about Ramadan Reset. Your feedback helps us grow and improve future sessions, bi’ithnillah.https://forms.gle/qRsKF6ZtEFF2hWvT7https://www.paradisepearls.co.uk/

The Designer knows His deviceHe says in Surah al-Mulk, The dominion Q67:14“Does He who created not know, while He is the MostSubtle, the All-Aware?” (Qur’an 67:14)...Thank you Qur'an and Me For Teens⁠⁠Believer's Hub For Ladies⁠⁠Feedback Form⁠⁠Qur'an Reflection Resources ⁠⁠Let's Connect

The Planning StrategyAllah says:“O you who believe, be mindful of Allah. And let everysoul look to what it has sent forward for tomorrow.”(Surah Hashr, 59:18)..“Take account of yourselves before you are taken toaccount.” ʿUmar ibn al-KhaṭṭābReflect on your actions now while you still havetime to grow and improve.

A gentle wake-up call.“Has the time not come for the hearts of those whobelieve to humble themselves at the remembrance of Allah?”(Surah al-Hadid 57:16)....Has the time not come to slow down?Has the time not come to listen again?Has the time not come for the heart to soften?Let me know your thoughtsHome | Paradise PearlsInstagram: @quranandme

How do we stay firm?Yes, staying firm is important and that takes us to SURAHFUSSILAT 41:30Allah says: “Indeed, those who say, ‘Our Lord is Allah,’ and then remain steadfast, the angels descend upon them saying: Do not fear and do not grieve, and receive good news of the Paradise you were promised.” (Qur’an 41:30)

Allah says in Surah Az-Zumar:“Say: O My servants who have wronged themselves, do notdespair of the mercy of Allah. Indeed, Allah forgives all sins. He is the Most Forgiving, the Most Merciful.” (Qur’an 39:53)...ʿAbdullāh ibn ʿAbbās said that this is the most hopeful verse in the Qur’an.No matter how heavy someone’s past feels, Allahleaves the door open.As long as the heart turns back to Him.

In ayah 58, Allah describes a moment in Paradise and says:“Peace — a word from a Most Merciful Lord.”(Qur’an 36:58)....I am also curious to ask you that: If you could ask Allah for ONE thing in Jannah, what wouldit be?

Allah says:“O you who believe, be mindful of Allah and speak wordsthat are right. He will rectify your deeds and forgive your sins. And whoever obeys Allah and His Messenger has achieved a great triumph.” (Qur’an 33:70)......Ramadan changes the heart.But the real sign of that changeis not only in how long we prayor how much Qur’an we read.The real sign appears in the words we choose.Because speech is where the heart becomes visible.Visit us at: Qur’an and Me Teens WorkshopInstagram: @quranandme

Who am I becoming when I keep trying?Allah says: “And those who strive for Us — We will surely guide them to Our paths. And indeed, Allah is with those who do good.” Q29:69 You strive, and then Allah opens doors of guidance you couldn’t see before. Visit us at Home | Paradise PearlsInstagram: @quranandme

Prophet Sulayman makes a beautiful du'a:“My Lord, inspire me to be grateful for the blessings Youhave given me and my parents, and to do righteous deeds that please You.”... Abdullaah bin Masood – radi Allaahu anhu – said: Imaan is of two halves; half is patience (Sabr) and half is being thankful (Shukr). So gratitude is part of Imaan and it goes beyond words, you need to recognise the milestone that you have covered.Let gratitude reshape how you approach the remaining 10 days of Ramadan.

“And the servants of the Most Merciful are those who walk upon the earth humbly, and when the ignorant address them harshly, they say words of peace.” Surah al-Furqan, 25:63…Abu Umamah Al-Bahili (May Allah be pleased with him)reported:Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said, "I guarantee a house in Jannah for one who gives up arguing, even if he is in the right; and I guarantee a home in the middle of Jannah for one who abandons lying even for the sake of fun; and I guarantee a house in the highest part of Jannah for one who has good manners." [Abu Dawud]...Thank you for sharing the khayr with usHome | Paradise PearlsIG: @quranandme

“And they turn away from useless talk.”Abu Sa’id al-Khudri reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “When the son of Adam wakes up in the morning, all of his limbs defer to the tongue, saying: Fear Allah regarding us, for we are only a part of you. If you are upright, we are upright. If you are crooked, we are crooked.” Source: Sunan al-Tirmidhī 2407Thank youHome | Paradise PearlsIG: @quranandme

“And We have not sent you, O Muhammad, except as a mercyto the worlds.” (mankind, jinns and everything that exists)..This ayah teaches us that Islam is not only about rules. It is about the kind of presence you become for others. When faith settles in the heart, it softens the way you speak, the way you react, the way you treat people...What kind of presence am I for others?

“So whoever hopes to meet their Lord, let them do righteous deeds and not associate anyone in the worship of their Lord.” 18:110Qays reported: Al-Zubayr ibn al-‘Awwam, may Allah be pleased with him, said, “Whoever among you can keep some of his good deeds hidden, let him do so.”Home | Paradise PearlsIG: @quranandme

Who am I becoming?For your Lord has decreed that you worship none but Him.And honour your parents. If one or both of them reach old age in your care, never say to them ˹even˺ ‘ugh,’ nor yell at them. Rather, address them respectfully. Q17:23..O Allah, Help us honour our parents with patience and wisdom.www.paradisepearls.co.uk

Don’t let your feelings  or whatever is going through your mind shrink your view of Him.He says in Q15:56He said, "And who despairs of the mercy of his Lordexcept for those astray or misguided?"...Keep your faith strong and hopes alive

“In the remembrance of Allah do hearts find peace.”Abu Huraira reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings beupon him, said, “Two words are beloved to the Most Merciful. They are light on the tongue but heavy on the scale: Glory and praise to Allah, and glory toAllah the Almighty.”Source: Ṣaḥīḥ al-Bukhārī 7563, Ṣaḥīḥ Muslim 2694...O Allah, let us find tranquillity in Your remembrance and letYour nearness steady what distraction shakes within us. Ameen

O my sons, go and find out about Joseph and his brother and despair not of relief from Allah. Indeed, no one despairs of relief from Allah except the disbelieving people." Q12:87...After years of grief and potential loss of what look likeunanswered du’a, pain and grief, And yet… he says to his sons: “Do not despair of relief fromAllah.”

They said, “By Allah! You will not cease to remember Josephuntil you lose your health or ˹even˺ your life.” Prophet Ya’qub says, “I complain of my sorrow only to Allah.” Yusuf, 12:86He replied, “I complain of my anguish and sorrow only toAllah, and I know from Allah what you do not know.Let us analyse this further: There are two types of complain. · Complain about Allah (Thistakes away the relationship of trust that you are trying to build with Allah)· Complain to Allah  (A sacred place to pour you grief andcomplain)The first one is an act of worship and the second one leads to despairI am currently going through lessons and reflections of Surat Yusuf with teenagers. Find out more: Qur’an and Me Teens Workshopwww.paradisepearls.co.uk/teens

Allah gives us relief through this ayah:“My success is only by Allah.”Prophet Shu’ayb (AS) said, "My success is not butthrough Allah." This is the ultimate stress-reliever. It means you are responsible for the effort (the "input"), but Allah isresponsible for the result (the "output"). I am working on positive words and affirmations from the Qur'an and sunnah. Due to be released soon, In sha AllahParadise Pearls -- Nurturing faith and spiritual wellbeing |

Do not spread corruption in the land after it has beenset in order. And call upon Him with hope and fear. Indeed, Allah’s mercy is always close to the good-doers.Reflect on these points:a)  The command to honouryour responsibility as Khalifah which is one of the purpose of why you are createdb) Guidance on how to call Allah, so that you do not feel like your prayers are hitting a glass ceiling? Like Allah is "way over there" while you’re "down here" c) Reminder of His Mercy and how close it is to the good doers, More reflection based activities available atwww.paradisepearls.co.ukIG: @quranandme

Allah says: ''Your Lord has written mercy for Himself.” Q6:54Allah the most High said:“I am as my servant thinks I am. I am with him when hementions Me. If he mentions Me to himself, I mention him to Myself and if he mentions Me in an assembly, I mention him in an assembly greater than it. If he draws near to Me a hand’s length, I draw near to him an arm’s length. And if he comes to Me walking I go to him at speed.” [Sahih Al-Bukhari]Challenge: Use the name Ar-Rahman in your du’a todaywww.paradisepearls.co.ukIG: @quranandme

Today’s ayah talks about Allah guiding people“to the paths of peace.” And Allah describes what Messengerbrought as: · A light has now come to you from God, and a Scripture making things clear,· through which Allah guides those who seek His pleasure to the ways of peace, brings them out of darkness and into light by His Will, and guides them to the Straight Path.

Allah is not trying to exhaust you“Allah wants to lighten your burden, for mankind was created weak.” Q4:28Human beings are created: Weak - but capable of relianceHasty - but capable of patienceForgetful - but capable of gratitudeFlawed - but deeply honouredLet me know how you are getting on below...

''God does not burden any soul with more than it can bear'' Q2:286..Lord, do not impose blame upon us if we forget or makemistakes. Lord, do not burden us as You burdened those before us. Lord, do not burden us with more than we have strength to bear. Pardon us, forgive us, and have mercy on us. You are our Protector, so help us against the disbelievers.’ Ameen..Your Lord trust that you are capable. He knows that you are not carrying more than you can handlewww.paradisepearls.co.uk

“Remember Me, and I will remember you.” 2:152Allah remembering you is better than the whole worldnoticing you.Our Lord, for You Alone is all praise; praise which fills the heavens, which fills the earth, which fills whatever is in between them,Visit our www.paradisepearls.co.uk for some useful resources that guides your heart to praise your Lord more.

How do you respond to divine guidance and instructions. Allah says in Q2:67And ˹remember˺ when Moses said to his people, “Allah commands you to sacrifice a cow.” They replied, “Are you mocking us?” Moses responded, “I seek refuge in Allah from acting foolishly!”Sometimes the hardest part of faith isn’t believingit’s listening and responding to guidance. Listening when Allah’s guidance challenges what we want.Listening when it asks us to grow, change, or let go.Thank you for listening. Please visit www.paradisepearls.co.uk for more

Today’s ayah in in Surat al-Baqarah, ayah 28 and it says:“Whoever follows My guidance will have no fear, nor will they grieve.” In Surat al-Baqarah, 2:38This is one of my best ayah and our latest book 'Forever Friends' is based on this ayah. Available at: www.paradisepearls.co.uk

Day 1 – Juzz 1 - Ayah: 2:21"O mankind, worship your Lord, who created you and those before you, that you may become righteous."Today’s ayah is simple. Direct. Foundational..”Before Allah tells us to do anything else in the Qur’an, He reminds us of one thing:He created you.

A brief guide and introduction to Ramadan Reset teens mentoring series.