Finding My Way Back To Faith In Islam Again
As-salamu alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh, Salam everyone. Lately I’ve been on a journey trying to reconnect with my deen after a long time drifting in doubt. Honestly, as someone who’s really logical and analytical, I’ve always struggled to completely put my tawakkul in Allah without wanting ‘proof.’ It makes me upset that I can’t intellectually prove Islam is the absolute truth, even though I want to believe it so much. For about a week now, I’ve been dedicating myself to praying all my salah, crying and asking Allah for guidance, but my heart is still heavy with anxiety and pressure. I keep thinking about my parents and the fact that one day they’ll pass away-and so will I-and that thought makes me desperately want to hold firmly to Islam. If anyone knows of a knowledgeable teacher or scholar who approaches faith in a way that makes sense for someone with a modern, logical mindset, I could really use a recommendation. Jazakallah khair-this worry has weighed on me for too long and it’s been affecting my work, my relationships, and even my family.