Is it okay to show love for the sake of Allah even if my heart isn't fully in it?
Salam alaikum, everyone. I’ve been wondering about something. Imagine you’re showing kindness and love to someone because Allah tells us to. Deep down, you don’t really feel that affection - maybe you don’t dislike them, but you’re not all warm inside either. You’re just treating them well because it’s a command from Allah, and you’re hoping for His reward in Jannah. But here’s the thing: is that kind of love accepted? Like, since it’s not coming from the heart sincerely, does Allah see it as enough, or does He want the real, genuine feeling? I’m trying my best to obey, but I’m scared my efforts might not count. Has anyone else felt this way or know what the deen says about this?