Happiness in Islam

[ding]

I'm really glad that you see it that way because your fragile psyche would collapse otherwise.

Thank you. I couldn't be happier for you to see it that way. Same time tomorrow? I'm really looking forward to you sharing some more of your greatness.

 

[ding]

- try deranged, fits like a glove. ...

I'm so glad you see it that way. I must be doing something right.

 

[BreezeWood]

I'm so glad you see it that way. I must be doing something right.

- try deranged, fits like a glove. ...

or could it be - beyond redemption ...

 

[ding]

or could it be - beyond redemption ...

Maybe. Maybe not. I trust God to handle that. Do you?

 

[Chuz Life]

Happiness in Islam​

 

[Ancient lion]

Repentance and God’s Mercy​

Muslims begin their daily prayers by invoking God as “The Most Merciful, The Especially Merciful” reflecting that His compassion encompasses all things. In Islam, no person is beyond the possibility of forgiveness. Every human being makes mistakes, but what matters most is the willingness to turn back to God sincerely.

Repentance (tawbah) involves recognizing one’s wrongdoing, feeling genuine remorse, stopping the action, and intending not to return to it. This direct turning to God does not require any intermediary; each person can seek forgiveness from Him at any time.

The Power of Tawbah: Seeking Forgiveness in Islam - Online Islamic Institute

Introduction Tawbah, the act of sincere repentance, is a cornerstone of Islamic faith, offering believers a path to renew their […]

onlineislamicinstitute.org

 

[hobelim]

Repentance (tawbah) involves recognizing one’s wrongdoing, feeling genuine remorse, stopping the action, and intending not to return to it. This direct turning to God does not require any intermediary; each person can seek forgiveness from Him at any time.

Agreed!

But what if a person 'believes" repentance requires defying the Law of God five times a day by eating the vile and degrading unclean flesh of teeming vermin that go down on all fours?

Wouldn't that be exactly like Christians who blubber about how sorry they are for their sins and to prove it violate the Law of God, worship a trinity, and desecrate the words of Jesus?

Would either of them seeking to be forgiven be forgiven? Ever?

Even if they went down on their hands and knees 1000 times a day or practiced idolatry by worshipping a trinity and desecrated the words "the flesh" of Jesus every day of the week?

 

[hobelim]

I'm really looking forward to you sharing some more of your greatness.

Cool. Brace yourself sheila.

 

[hobelim]

- try deranged, fits like a glove. ...

You always ask others to produce the stone tablets upon which the Law was written by God.

I will tell you something. Try to hear.

You will find the Law etched by the invisible hand of God on your antisemitic heart of stone.

Look there.

If you look and look and keep on looking you will find it. If you don't look you never will.

 

[hobelim]

Maybe. Maybe not. I trust God to handle that. Do you?

"If you don’t know where you’re going, you’re going to wind up someplace else." Yogi Berra

 

[ding]

Cool. Brace yourself sheila.

God is my refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. The name of the LORD is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. I wear the "full armor of God" to stand firm against adversity, using truth, righteousness, and faith.

"For I, the Lord your God, hold your right hand; it is I who say to you, 'Fear not, I am the one who helps you'".

 

[hobelim]

God is my refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. The name of the LORD is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. I wear the "full armor of God" to stand firm against adversity, using truth, righteousness, and faith.

I think a Hail Mary would be more appropriate for you at this eternally fateful space in time.

 

[ding]

"If you don’t know where you’re going, you’re going to wind up someplace else." Yogi Berra

"Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths."

 

[ding]

I think a Hail Mary would be more appropriate for you at this eternally fateful space in time.

"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand"

 

[hobelim]

"Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths."

"The Master said, “Let me ask you: Who is the faithful steward, of common sense, that the master puts in charge of his staff to feed them well and on time? He is a blessed man if when the master shows up He finds him doing his job. But if he says to himself, ‘The master is certainly taking his time,’ begins flogging the servants and maids, throws parties for his friends, and gets drunk, the master will walk in when he least expects it, give him the flogging of his life, and put him back in the kitchen peeling potatoes. “The servant who knows what his master wants and ignores it, or insolently does whatever he pleases, will be flogged more severely. But if he does a bad job through ignorance, he’ll get off with a slap on the hand. Great gifts mean great responsibilities; greater gifts, greater responsibilities."

Hence, "By His stripes we are healed", not by Jesus being beaten, flogged, and crucified a long time ago, derp, but by schnooks like you being excoriated by Jesus in the eternal now.

For nonfeasance.

 

[ding]

"The Master said, “Let me ask you: Who is the dependable servant, full of common sense, that the master puts in charge of his staff to feed them well and on time? He is a blessed man if when the master shows up and finds him doing his job. But if he says to himself, ‘The master is certainly taking his time,’ begins flogging the servants and maids, throws parties for his friends, and gets drunk, the master will walk in when he least expects it, give him the flogging of his life, and put him back in the kitchen peeling potatoes. “The servant who knows what his master wants and ignores it, or insolently does whatever he pleases, will be flogged much more severely. But if he does a poor job through ignorance, he’ll get off with a slap on the hand. Great gifts mean great responsibilities; greater gifts, greater responsibilities!"

Hence, "By his stripes we are healed", not by Jesus being beaten, flogged, and crucified a long time ago, derp, but by schnooks like you being excoriated by Jesus in the eternal now.

For nonfeasance.

The Parable of the Vigilant and Faithful Servants (found in Luke 12:35-40, Matthew 24:42-51) teaches that Christians must live in active anticipation of Jesus's return. It emphasizes that believers should remain vigilant and faithful in their duties because the Master (Jesus) will return unexpectedly, rewarding the prepared and holding the irresponsible accountable. Followers are urged to keep "lamps burning" and stay alert, as the second coming could happen at any hour. It emphasizes responsibility over what has been entrusted to believers (lives, talents, and service to others). The Master's return is compared to a thief, highlighting that laziness or exploiting the delay in his return will lead to judgment. A powerful aspect is that the Master will serve the servants who are found vigilant. The central message is that the servant who is found alert and working at the Master's return will be blessed.

But to YOUR point, the parable of the vigilant and faithful servant does not mean God is not merciful. Rather, it highlights the accountability that accompanies stewardship, emphasizing that while God is merciful, He also expects faithfulness, diligence, and responsibility from his followers. The severe punishments described, such as in Luke 12:47-48, are not a contradiction of mercy but a warning regarding the abuse of trust, especially for those entrusted with more responsibility. The story encourages believers to remain watchful and active in their faith, serving others with humility and love rather than expecting a return. The focus is on the positive outcome for those who are prepared, with the promise that the master will reward his servants, sharing his joy with them. The parable emphasizes that judgment will be based on knowledge and responsibility—"much will be required of the person entrusted with much". Ultimately, the parable highlights that God's mercy does not negate the importance of living a life of integrity, faithfulness, and service.

 

[ding]

"The Master said, “Let me ask you: Who is the faithful steward, of common sense, that the master puts in charge of his staff to feed them well and on time? He is a blessed man if when the master shows up He finds him doing his job. But if he says to himself, ‘The master is certainly taking his time,’ begins flogging the servants and maids, throws parties for his friends, and gets drunk, the master will walk in when he least expects it, give him the flogging of his life, and put him back in the kitchen peeling potatoes. “The servant who knows what his master wants and ignores it, or insolently does whatever he pleases, will be flogged more severely. But if he does a bad job through ignorance, he’ll get off with a slap on the hand. Great gifts mean great responsibilities; greater gifts, greater responsibilities."

Hence, "By His stripes we are healed", not by Jesus being beaten, flogged, and crucified a long time ago, derp, but by schnooks like you being excoriated by Jesus in the eternal now.

For nonfeasance.

The LORD is merciful and gracious, Slow to anger, and abounding in mercy.

It is of the Lord's mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness. Let me then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that I may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.

The LORD is merciful and gracious, Slow to anger, and abounding in mercy.

 

[hobelim]

The Parable of the Vigilant and Faithful Servants (found in Luke 12:35-40, Matthew 24:42-51) teaches that Christians must live in active anticipation of Jesus's return. It emphasizes that believers should remain vigilant and faithful in their duties because the Master (Jesus) will return unexpectedly, rewarding the prepared and holding the irresponsible accountable. Followers are urged to keep "lamps burning" and stay alert, as the second coming could happen at any hour. It emphasizes responsibility over what has been entrusted to believers (lives, talents, and service to others). The Master's return is compared to a thief, highlighting that laziness or exploiting the delay in his return will lead to judgment. A powerful aspect is that the Master will serve the servants who are found vigilant. The central message is that the servant who is found alert and working at the Master's return will be blessed.

But to YOUR point, the parable of the vigilant and faithful servant does not mean God is not merciful. Rather, it highlights the accountability that accompanies stewardship, emphasizing that while God is merciful, He also expects faithfulness, diligence, and responsibility from his followers. The severe punishments described, such as in Luke 12:47-48, are not a contradiction of mercy but a warning regarding the abuse of trust, especially for those entrusted with more responsibility. The story encourages believers to remain watchful and active in their faith, serving others with humility and love rather than expecting a return. The focus is on the positive outcome for those who are prepared, with the promise that the master will reward his servants, sharing his joy with them. The parable emphasizes that judgment will be based on knowledge and responsibility—"much will be required of the person entrusted with much". Ultimately, the parable highlights that God's mercy does not negate the importance of living a life of integrity, faithfulness, and service.

Oh, for Christs sake, take your flogging like a fuckin man. You faithless all hat no cattle twit.

 

[ding]

Oh, for Christs sake take your flogging like a fuckin man. Sissy boy.

In post #1755 you tried to take a parable about how God rewards faithful and vigilant servants and turn it into a parable about how God has no mercy. I corrected it in post #1756.

The LORD is merciful and gracious, Slow to anger, and abounding in mercy. Right?

It is of the Lord's mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. Right?

 

[hobelim]

In post #1755 you tried to take a parable about how God rewards faithful and vigilant servants and turn it into a parable about how God has no mercy. I corrected it in post #1756.

The LORD is merciful and gracious, Slow to anger, and abounding in mercy. Right?

It is of the Lord's mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. Right?

I have spoken.