There are moments in life when we are forced to pause. Not because we have failed. But because something happens that reminds us how little control we actually have. We make plans. We calculate. We strategise. We seek advice. We use our intelligence. We build relationships. We work hard. And then, sometimes, something happens that was never entirely in our hands. A door opens. Or a door closes.

A person who seemed indispensable suddenly becomes irrelevant to the outcome. Someone who appeared powerful is unable to stop what is destined to happen. And sometimes, what looked impossible quietly becomes possible. That is when one realises something very simple. Human beings make plans. Allah makes things happen.

We often speak about merit, intelligence, qualifications, timing and hard work. All these things matter. We should never use faith as an excuse for laziness. But there is another truth. Even our intelligence is a........

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