What are the factors that help one remain steadfast?

Question : Yes. He asks: What are the causes of relapse, O Shaykh? And what are the factors that help one remain steadfast?

Answer : The factor that helps one remain steadfast is for a person to accept Allah the Mighty and Majestic with sincerity. He submits to His decree and divine decree, and submits to His Shari'ah. He increases in prayer, in the remembrance of Allah, in reading the Qur'an, in charity, and in excellence in worship, following the example of the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him). As for relapse, it has many causes, one of which is the company of travelers. For the company of the wicked is evil. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: "The example of a bad companion is like the bellower of the bellows; either he burns your clothes or you find a foul smell from him." May Allah reward you, and thank you to the sister questioner.