Steadfastness in servitude requires remembrance of God and prayer; the Quranic verses highlight the strength of faith in hardships.
Remaining steadfast on the path of servitude is significantly emphasized in the Holy Quran. In Surah Al-Imran, verse 139, Allah advises the believers, 'And do not weaken and do not grieve, for you are the uppermost if you are [true] believers.' This means that we should not succumb to weakness in our faith and should always maintain the dignity and strength of our belief. Another essential verse is Surah Al-Baqarah, verse 286, which states, 'Allah does not burden a soul beyond that it can bear,' reminding us that God does not demand more than one's capacity. These verses encourage us to return to our sources of faith when faced with challenges and to stay strong. Moreover, in Surah Taha, verses 25 to 28, it is mentioned that for consistency, we should remember Allah and seek His assistance. In these verses, it mentions, 'He said, 'My Lord, expand for me my breast and make my task easy for me,' indicating that prayer and asking for help from God are key elements to remaining steadfast. Thus, we should strengthen our bond with God through prayer, supplication, and kindness to others, and always remember that He is always beside us.
And do not weaken and do not grieve, for you are the uppermost if you are [true] believers.
Allah does not burden a soul beyond that it can bear.
He said, 'My Lord, expand for me my breast.'
One day, Mr. Rahmat was walking in the alley, pondering about servitude and the servants of God. He realized that many people in the world were in heedlessness while servitude requires constant reminders and steadfastness. He decided to recite a chapter from the Quran to find solace in the words of God. Each time he repeated the verses, he felt lighter and more peaceful. After this experience, he resolved to spend a day in prayer and worship and teach his friends how to avoid being forgetful of God's remembrance.