Dunya Decoded unravels the hidden layers of faith, purpose, and the unseen forces shaping our lives. This powerful 10-episode series will challenge everything you thought you knew about Eman, dunya, asbab (causes), dhikr, ikhlas (sincerity), and the true purpose of the Ummah.
In this episode of Dunya Decoded, hosts Deya Elayyan and Ousama Alshurafa delve into the struggles of maintaining faith, the obstacles Muslims encounter in strengthening their Eman, and the deep questions that arise in their spiritual journeys. They examine why faith fluctuates, how to stay anchored during moments of spiritual weakness, and the practical steps necessary for cultivating unwavering belief.
What is Imaan? Why Does Faith Fluctuate?
“Faith isn’t just about asking—it’s about knowing who to ask.”
How often do we find ourselves on a spiritual high, only to crash into doubt, laziness, or distraction? Eman isn’t static—it moves, it shifts, and at times, it feels like it’s slipping through our fingers. But why?
Allah tells us:
“It is He who created you and tested you in this life.” (Qur’an 67:2)
Trials in life are not random; they serve as a means to reveal where our hearts truly stand. Every day presents a test—not only through hardships but also in times of ease. When life is comfortable, do we still turn to Allah, or do we only remember Him in moments of desperation? This episode examines the nature of Imaan and how perception influences our spiritual well-being.
How Can We Strengthen Imaan in a World Full of Distractions?
In a world where dunya constantly pulls us in different directions, the question isn’t just how to strengthen Eman, but where our hearts turn first.
Ousama shares a profound moment from the episode:
“If you’re free here, you’re going to be a slave in the Akhirah. But if you’re a slave to Allah’s commands here, you’ll be free in Jannah.”
Strengthening Eman requires breaking free from the illusion that asbab—money, status, people—control our outcomes. The Prophet ﷺ said:
“If you put your trust in Allah the way He deserves to be trusted, He would provide for you just as He provides for the birds; they go out hungry in the morning and return full in the evening.” (Tirmidhi 2344)
This episode explores the mindset shift needed to stop relying on the means (asbab) and start relying on the One who controls them.
The Role of Dhikr, Asbab & Sincerity in Faith
“You can have all the beds in the world, but can you buy rest?”
The episode reminds us that peace doesn’t come from wealth, power, or material gain. It comes from dhikr—remembrance of Allah. As Allah says:
“Verily, in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest.” (Qur’an 13:28)
Through personal stories and deep reflections, Deya and Ousama unpack the real source of spiritual stability and how sincerity (ikhlas) plays a crucial role in maintaining strong faith.
Why This Conversation Will Change the Way You See Faith
Many of us struggle to measure where we stand in our faith. This episode of Dunya Decoded gives a powerful framework for self-reflection:
- When faced with hardship, where does your heart turn first—Allah or the asbab?
- Do you rely on dhikr and dua, or do you rush to worldly solutions first?
- Is your faith tied to external circumstances, or is it rooted in the unseen reality of Allah’s plan?
By the end of this episode, you’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of how to see beyond this world and truly decode Eman.
💬 Share your thoughts in the comments—how do you strengthen your Eman in times of struggle?