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GOOD NEWS

n an earlier section, we mentioned that those sincere be-
I I lievers who give themselves to Allah will enjoy His blessings
in this life before they enter Paradise. One of the most impor-
tant blessings is the promise of good news to believers.
Several verses"speak of Allah's promise of Paradise and the
announcement of this good news to believers as follows:
Their Lord gives them the good news of His mercy
and good pleasure, and Gardens where they will
enjoy everlasting delight. (Surat at-Tawba, 21)
There is good news for them in the life of the
world and in the hereafter. There is no changing
the words of Allah. That is the great victory!
(Surah Yunus, 64)

The hearts of those believers who have hope in this good
news trust that their good works will find favor in Allah's sight,
that the blessings they await are close at hand, and are filled
with contentment.
The Qur'an states that believers will receive the good
news also from angels. Those faithful servants who sincerely