My Journey Toward the Love of Allah: How I Found Peace Through Faith

Let me start by telling you a story.

Back when I was in intermediate (college) and earlier, I wasn’t someone who had deep knowledge about Allah, nor did I truly understand what it meant to love Him. I didn’t pray five times a day, and I often complained about little things—without realizing that those complaints might displease Allah.

Things started changing when I began university. I became more aware of my surroundings, my thoughts, and most importantly—my connection with Allah. One of my close friends, Bushra, always encouraged me to become closer to Allah. She used to inspire me through her words and actions, but at that time, I didn’t fully understand what she said (Thanks to her, that’s why they say your company matters). I continued to live as I was, praying occasionally, skipping prayers without guilt, and not realizing how far I was from Allah’s love.

Then came my third year of university. That’s when I finally began to understand what’s right and what’s wrong. Still, I wasn’t consistent in my prayers. I’d skip them and didn’t feel bad about it. But something remarkable happened in this Ramadan.

This Ramadan changed my life.

For the first time, I felt the deep, overwhelming love of Allah settle in my heart. I finally understood what it meant to have a relationship with Him. I can’t explain the peace I feel now. It took me years, but I got here, Alhamdulillah. And I’m so thankful that Allah guided me, step by step.

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Why Am I Sharing This?

If you’re someone in your 20s—or honestly, at any age—it’s never too late to build your connection with Allah. I mention youth because Allah loves the worship of young people (Allah ki pasandeeda cheezon me se aik cheez jawani ki ibadat hai). So why not dedicate this beautiful phase of your life to Him?

Here are some things that helped me, and maybe they can help you too:

1. Put Your Trust in Allah

Don’t overthink. I used to overthink a lot. I still do. But trusting Allah removes the stress. Remember, no one can love you more than Allah. So, why be afraid?

2. Always Keep Allah First

Whether it’s your family or something you love deeply, always keep Allah above all. He is the One who gives you everything.

3. Start Praying Five Times a Day

You might miss some at first—and that’s okay. Gradually, you’ll get used to it. And once it becomes a habit, even missing one prayer will make you feel something’s missing from your day.

Note : Don’t miss your prayers, whether you're at university or anywhere else. Leave everything and pray when it’s time, because the first question in the grave will be about salah (prayer).

4. Make Quran a Part of Your Daily Life

Even just a few verses—read every day. Make it your non-negotiable.

5. Make Long Duas

Even if you don’t know what to ask for, Allah already knows. Just talk to Him. Make your duas and sajdas longer. Pour your heart out.

6. Start Praying Tahajjud

If you’ve built your five daily prayers, the next step is Tahajjud. It will bring peace to your soul and you’ll witness how your life starts falling into place. Insha Allah, your duas will come true.

7. Reduce Sins Gradually

Like music, gossip, bad habits—start letting go, bit by bit.

8. Talk to Allah Daily

Treat Him as your best friend. Tell Him about your day, your problems, your joys—everything.

9. Hold Yourself Accountable

Before you sleep, ask yourself: What did I do wrong today? What can I improve tomorrow?

10. Forgive Before You Sleep

Forgive others—not because they deserve it, but because it gives you peace. But remember: forgive, not forget. Learn the lesson, but don’t hold hate in your heart.

If you follow these steps, your life will turn around completely. All your problems will fade away, you’ll find peace, and you'll start receiving the things you once longed for—things you couldn’t attain before because you weren't close to Allah.

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Additional Habits That Can Bring You Closer to Allah:

• Never forget to be kind.

• Help others genuinely.

• Don’t hurt anyone—intentionally or unintentionally.

• Keep your heart big and crystal clear.

• Be patient. Be grateful.

• Remember that Allah loves you more than 70 mothers—how could He ever want to make you unhappy or do something wrong to you? Just leave everything in the care of Allah, and you’ll see how your life starts to fall into place.

• Always ask for forgiveness in your daily duas from Allah, because Allah forgives us until our last breath.

• Forgive those who have wronged you, but don’t hold grudges or hatred in your heart. Keep your heart clean from such unnecessary burdens and leave everything to Allah, for He is the One who brings justice to everyone. So why feel sad? However, never forget what they did—use it as a reminder, and distance yourself from them.

• Do any form of neki (good deed)—even listening to someone who’s hurting. That’s also a form of worship.

• Always ask Allah for hidayat in your duas, because this is the most beautiful gift you can give to yourself. (Kiun k hidayat bhi to Allah un hi bandon ko deta hai jinhe wo khud se qareeb dekhna chahta ho)

• Remove friendships with the opposite gender because it is haram in Islam. I used to think that as long as my intentions (niyat) were good, it was okay. But if something is prohibited in Islam, there’s a reason for it—we should not try to justify our actions.

• Be the kind of spouse you want in your future. If you want certain qualities in your future spouse, start developing those qualities in yourself first. Insha Allah, Allah will bless you with the kind of spouse you truly deserve.

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Final Words

Make Allah your best friend. Get close to Him. You’ll receive everything you ever wished for—maybe not exactly how you imagined, but always something better. And if not in this life, then definitely in the next. Insha Allah.

Because life is unpredictable, make sure that when you die, you are in a state where you can present yourself to Allah in the best condition. Additionally, if you have Allah and His love, you don’t need anything else. Your life will feel complete.

And remember, when you’re close to Allah, everything else in your life starts to fall into place—your job, your peace of mind, your relationships, even your future spouse. Everything becomes easier when Allah is with you.

Also, I’m not a novel lover or anything like that, but I would highly recommend the youth to read the novel Peer-e-Kamil. This novel is all about Allah and beautifully portrays the transformation of a man who, at first, never prayed, but later becomes someone who offers all five daily prayers with devotion. Allah (SWT) guided him and changed him completely — not just because of his own desire, but because he loved a girl who was deeply in love with Allah. It was through his love for her and her love for Allah that he found the right path. Eventually, when he learned to love Allah more than he loved her, he was blessed with her.

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Note: I’m not writing this because I’m a perfect or pious person. I’m just a girl who’s learning, trying to get closer to Allah day by day. If I’ve said anything wrong, please forgive me. I’m still learning.

"If you knew the love Allah has for you, you would cry an endless ocean."

“Jise Allah mila use sab mil gaya, aur jisne Allah ko kho dia usne sab kho dia.”

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