Is my da'wah approach, which focuses on highlighting the virtues of religious commitment and good character, and delaying the citation of the Quran and Sunnah, in addition to my participation in general conversations to change the stereotypical image of religiously committed individuals, correct or a deception from Satan?
A Muslim should strive for uprightness and call people to Allah. Allah the Almighty has praised those who do so and promised them a great reward, as He says: "Indeed, those who have said, 'Our Lord is Allah ' and then remained on a straight course — the angels will descend upon them, [saying], 'Do not fear and do not grieve but receive good tidings of Paradise, which you were promised. (30) We are your allies in the worldly life and in the Hereafter. And you will have therein whatever your souls desire, and you will have therein whatever you request [or wish], (31) As accommodation from a [Lord who is] Forgiving and Merciful.' (32) And who is better in speech than one who invites to Allah and does righteousness and says, 'Indeed, I am of the Muslims.' (33)" A Muslim's call through their uprightness and character is important, but it does not suffice for calling by means of the revelation sent down by Allah the Almighty, for it is the greatest means of guidance, as He the Almighty said: "Say, 'I only advise you with revelation'" and "And this Qur'an was revealed to me that I may warn you thereby and whoever it reaches." Therefore, strive to call to Allah as much as you can with what you know to be true, and with gentleness, kindness, and leniency. Seek refuge with Allah from what hinders you, and be keen to increase your knowledge.
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