How can one remain steadfast in prayer, overcome the temptations to abandon it, and the blasphemous whispers, and achieve the delight of prayer, bearing in mind the repeated attempts at repentance and failure, and the desire for supplications that strengthen one in prayer and websites that increase faith?
Renew your repentance and do so frequently, and do not despair, for Allah loves those who repent and forgives all sins. Supplicating for steadfastness in prayer during prostration is among the best things you can do, for a servant is closest to his Lord when prostrating. Increase your supplications and do not despair of their answer. Abandoning prayer is very serious and may nullify good deeds, for prayer is the pillar of the religion and the first thing a servant will be held accountable for on the Day of Judgment. Prayer is not difficult; rather, it becomes burdensome due to psychological delusions and satanic whispers. Seek Allah's help in obedience and supplicate with what the Prophet advised Mu'adh: "O Allah, help me to remember You, to thank You, and to worship You well," and also supplicate: "O Changer of hearts, make my heart firm upon Your religion." Strive against yourself to attain khushu' (devotional humility) and to persevere in prayer, for pleasure comes after struggle. To treat obsessive-compulsive whispers, follow the advice mentioned in Fatwa 59951. Listen to beneficial sermons, lessons, and admonitions from reliable websites.
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