Is a person considered a polytheist (mushrik) in his intention of sincerity to Allah Almighty if, by his deeds, he seeks things encouraged by Islam, such as maintaining kinship ties, pleasing one's parents, improving the image of Muslims, or bringing joy to a friend? Is he considered insincere if he is afflicted with worry and shock due to people's ingratitude and indifference? And is he sinful if his complaints about these people are frequent?

A Muslim is obligated to intend, at the beginning of every good deed, the pleasure of Allah Almighty and the attainment of His reward. This is the sincerity (ikhlas) upon which the acceptance of deeds is based. If a Muslim loves the positive outcome resulting from this good deed, it does not contradict sincerity. The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, encouraged some deeds by mentioning their worldly effects, such as his saying: "Whoever wishes that his sustenance be expanded for him and his life span be extended, let him maintain ties of kinship." If a Muslim performs a deed sincerely for Allah, and then experiences sorrow and distress when his deed is met with ingratitude, there is no blame upon him. This does not contradict sincerity, because the self is naturally inclined to dislike injustice. However, one whose good deed is met with ill-treatment should not cease performing good deeds and acts of kindness. The محسن (one who does good) should remain steadfast in his good deeds, and he will have a supporter from Allah.