01-05-2007, 12:47 PM
Quote:Book 037, Number 6610:
Abu Huraira reported Allah's Messenger (may peace be upon him) as saying: Allah, the Exalted and Glorious, said: I live in the thought of My servant and I am with him as he remembers Me. (The Holy Prophet) further said: By Allah, Allah is more pleased wth the repentance of His servant than what one of you would do on finding the lost camel in the waterless desert. When he draws near Me by the span of his hand. I draw near him by the length of a cubit and when he draws near Me by the length of a cubit. I draw near him by the length of a fathom and when he draws near Me walking I draw close to him hurriedly.
What an advantage in life we have... we aren't told we're going to hell if we don't tell our sins to a priest. I remember asking about this... I was told by a priest that if you don't confess (TO HIM) that you are no longer in a state of grace, and will see heaven if dying outside of this grace.
I feel bad for those who have to live this way..... but at the same time... I'm greatful that I don't have to live this way EVER AGAIN. I know my prayers are heard.... and no one can forgive my sins but Allah alone. :D
