In the Name of Almighty God, the Lord of heaven and King of all nations.
Children of Light,
I am aware of the common struggle that often infiltrates the hearts and minds of the faithful. Doubt, my brethren, can be a formidable foe. It creeps into your thoughts and poisons your perceptions, casting shadows upon the path you are walking. It is during the trials and tribulations of life that doubt finds fertile ground to take root and grow.
Children, remember this: doubt is the enemy of conviction, and fear is the adversary of faith. When you allow doubt to prevail, it weakens your resolve, and it dampens the flame of faith that burns within your hearts. Doubt is a strong force that seeks to pull you away from the promises and blessings that the Creator has bestowed upon each of you.
In times of doubt, you must turn your gaze towards the teachings of this holy faith. To have no doubt about your future is not to possess an arrogant certainty, but rather a humble confidence. It is a confidence that comes from a life lived in accordance with your covenant, in alignment with the principles and values that define you as people of faith, a single tribe united in purpose to walk according to the Will of God in this life and in the next.
This humble confidence is not born out of your own strength or wisdom but from your trust in the wisdom and mercy of the grand Creator. He who has fashioned you in His image and breathed life into your beings has promised you an eternal reward in His Kingdom of Light. This promise is firm and everlasting.
To remain faithful to your sacred obligations, particularly your covenant, is to walk in the footsteps of your brothers and sisters who lived centuries before you, who were disciples of previous Messengers, who faced their own doubts and fears with unwavering courage. They found solace in the knowledge that their Creator was with them every step of the way. They trusted in His providence, even in the darkest of times.
My beloved brothers and sisters, let not doubt overshadow the light that shines within each one of you. Embrace the challenges that life presents, knowing that they are opportunities for growth and transformation. In times of uncertainty, seek solace in prayer, for it is through prayer that you open yourselves to God’s guidance that will illuminate your path.
Remember that doubt is not always a sign of weakness; it is a call to deepen your faith. It is an invitation to seek answers, to explore the richness of your tradition, and to engage in meaningful conversations with fellow believers. As you wrestle with doubts, be sure to grow stronger in your convictions, and your faith will become more resilient.
May you, as a community of believers—as a chosen tribe, support and uplift one another in times of doubt. Be a great lamp of hope and encouragement, reminding each other of the promises that have been made to you. Stand firm together in your convictions, casting aside the shadows of doubt and fear, and embracing the light of faith that guides you towards your eternal reward.
May the wisdom and mercy of the Creator strengthen your resolve, and may His grace be your constant companion.
Your brother in the service of the Grand Creator,
Mehr Madʼyana
June 8, 2023
