Qur’an Reflection: Trusting in Allah Way Out
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Qur’an Reflection: Trusting in Allah Way Out

Sometimes in life, we feel like we’ve given everything all our effort, time, and energy . Yet we still don’t see a solution. We feel stuck, like there’s no way out. But did you know there is one key that can unlock every closed door?

Allah mentions in Surah At-Talaq, verses 2 and 3:

“…And whoever fears Allah, He will make for him a way out. And will provide for him from where he does not expect. And whoever relies upon Allah then He is sufficient for him…”
(Qur’an 65:2–3)

These verses hold powerful promises from Allah.A key to every closed door.

🗝️ 1. Taqwa is the Key

Taqwa isn’t just about avoiding sin, it’s about living with full consciousness of Allah in every moment.

When your heart beats in remembrance of Him…
When your choices reflect obedience…
When you avoid that which displeases Him, even in private…
That’s taqwa.

And what does Allah guarantee in return?

✨ A way out of hardship
✨ Rizq from unexpected sources
✨ And His complete sufficiency, He will be enough for you.

💡 Example:

A woman is struggling to find a job. She’s applied everywhere. Doors keep closing. She prays, increases her dhikr, guards her prayers, lets go of a haram relationship, and begins waking up for tahajjud. One week later, she gets a call a job she never applied for, through someone who randomly recommended her name.

That’s not luck.
That’s taqwa in action and Allah fulfilling His promise.

🌙 2. Tawakkul: Relying Fully on Allah

We often say, “I trust Allah,” but do we really?

Tawakkul means your heart is at peace, even when your eyes can’t see a way out.
It means letting go of panic and holding onto Allah’s plan, even when it contradicts your plan.

It’s not easy.
But true tawakkul is built in the most difficult tests the pain, the delay, the uncertainty.

💡 Example:

A student fails an important exam. They’re devastated. Instead of spiraling, they turn to Allah, saying, “Ya Allah, I trust Your plan more than I trust this result.”
Months later, they discover this setback redirected them to a better field one that not only suits them more but brings barakah (blessing) in their career.

What seemed like a failure… was actually a divine redirection.
That’s the unseen wisdom of tawakkul.

🌈 3. Unseen Openings: Rizq Beyond Imagination

Allah doesn’t just give from what we expect.
He provides from where we never imagined.

This includes:

  • A conversation that changes your perspective.
  • A stranger’s kindness that lifts your spirit.
  • An opportunity you didn’t even seek.
  • Or a sudden peace in your heart when you were drowning in worry.

💡 Example:

You’re overwhelmed by financial stress. Suddenly, a friend returns money you forgot you lent years ago. Or someone gifts you groceries. Or you find a new way to earn through a skill you never thought had value.

These are not coincidences.
These are hidden openings promises fulfilled from above.

🤲 Reflection: Put Allah First

In your plans, put Allah first.
In your decisions, seek His guidance.
In your hardships, remember His mercy.
In your dreams, ask for His barakah.

When your focus is pleasing Allah, everything else falls into place.

Yes, the test might still be there.
Yes, the hardship might last a little longer.
But the moment your heart connects with Him peace begins to grow.

🕊️ Dua

Ya Allah,
Grant us taqwa in our hearts,
Tawakkul in our actions,
And rizq from where we never expect.
Ease our burdens,
Replace our worry with peace,
And let us witness Your promises unfold before our eyes.
Amin, Ya Rabbal ‘Alamin.