Whatever our situation may be in this life, a life of struggle or comfort, our inevitable fate is the same as the life of this world is temporary.
O believer, this world is not meant to be your paradise, but knowing that Paradise awaits, makes this journey so much more bearable and rewarding. Remember that every difficulty is a right, after all your struggles, all your tests, and trials know that your eternal sanctuary awaits.
Jannah, that is built by your deeds and decorated by your du'as. Chalets of crystals sparkling on the horizon for a soul that gave up sin, tree trunks of green emerald and branches of gold for a simple word of remembrance. Each of your shuddering breaths, every second of discomfort you faced, and every one of your sacrifices, all have been accounted for, repaid with sights and rewards unimaginable and the company of the Most High.
Build your eternal home, decorate your eternal home. Long for your eternal home...
Mashallah, I found this book! Omar Suleiman is exceptional at writing this book and incorporating references from the Quran and Hadiths. The various chapters keep you motivated to read this book. I highly recommend having small Post-it Notes to bookmark sections you may want to re-read in the future. I really love how this will draw your heart closer to Allah and inspire you to strive to reach Jannah, Insha'Allah.
As a convert, this also educates and will grow your Deen closer to Allah. If you are a Muslim, Convert, or interested in Islam, this is a great book to read. The built-in bookmark is a plus and draws the attention of your cat too as you read!