Not losing aakhirah
Some one asked : Sheikh, I am 64+ years (retired) taking care of a 92 years mother. Each day is a new challenge. Guide me at this time. I seem to be losing all of my Akhirah on the way of a life led in desire of Jannat ul Firdous. What is Jannat ul Firdous? Can humble beings desire for it? _________ My Answer: My guidance for you is this - Jannat'l-Firdous is the place you will end up in sha Allah if you continue to serve your mother until her final day, keeping her constantly happy whatever it takes, and being patient with anything negative and difficult from her, along the way. This highest level of Jannah, this Paradise, is for those who sacrifice their lives in His path. And that is exactly what you are doing. Those who serve there parents faithfully and patiently like this, are the blessed and humble. Make your intention for the sake of pleasing Allah and then be perfect with your mother, never getting angry with her, never raising your voice at her, and soaking up a