Does repeatedly falling into the sin of masturbation and watching pornography after repeated repentance, over 15 years, constitute persistence in sin that prevents the acceptance of repentance, especially with feelings of remorse and continuous supplication to God, and living in circumstances that lead to isolation? What are the ways to get rid of this sin? Is the worry and distress that afflicts a person, or bad incidents at work or with family, an expiation for him? Does the sin for which God accepted repentance return to the book of misdeeds by committing it again, and are sins removed from the book by repentance? Is the long period during which God has concealed a servant's sins a respite for him before severe retribution?
A Muslim who strives to repent but then returns to sin should not despair of Allah's mercy and acceptance of his repentance, nor should he wish for death. This is because Allah forgives the disobedient if he repents, and if he returns to sin and then repents again, Allah will forgive his sin once more. He should also seek righteous company that helps him obey Allah, find a scholar to consult, and a righteous wife to assist him in matters of the Hereafter. Calamities may also serve as expiation for the sins he commits.
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