When Life Says "Impossible," Remember These 5 Prophets,
"Impossible."
It's a word we use far too often.
Impossible to find a job.
Impossible to escape debt.
Impossible to heal.
Impossible to save a marriage.
Impossible to have a child.
Impossible to overcome this hardship.
But the Qur'an teaches a different reality.
Because the word "impossible" does not exist in Allah's dictionary. He says "Kun" — and it's done.
Again & again, Allah showed humanity that what appears impossible to people is effortless for Him.
Five Prophets faced situations where every worldly door seemed closed. Logic said there was no solution. Circumstances offered no hope.
Yet they turned to Allah.
And Allah responded.
The Qur'an repeatedly uses a remarkable phrase:
فَاسْتَجَبْنَا لَهُ "So We responded to him."
These are not merely stories from history. They are timeless lessons for every believer facing an "impossible" situation today.
Let us explore five extraordinary duas that transformed impossibility into divine possibility.
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•Prophet Zakariyya (AS): When Having a Child Seemed Impossible
Zakaria (as) is old. hair is white Bones are weak. Wife is barren.
A doctor would have said — "Impossible." science Said — "Impossible." People used to say — "Give it up at this age."
But he said to Allah -
رَبِّ لَا تَذَرْنِي فَرْدًا وَأَنتَ خَيْرُ الْوَارِثِينَ
Pronunciation: Rabbi La Tazarni Fardan wa Anta Khairul Warisin.
"O my Lord, do not leave me alone. And You are the best of inheritors."
(Surah Ambiya: 89)
And the language of his prayer in Sura Maryam is even more profound — "My bones are weak, my head is white — but I have never failed in supplicating You, O Lord." (Surah Maryam: 4)
What did God do? "Fastajabna Lahu wa Wahabna Lahu Yahya" — II responded and donated Yahya. in old age In the womb of a barren woman.
What's the Lesson?
Impossible as human — possible as God. Something you've wanted for years — children, a job, wellness — isn't happening. People are saying "Give it up." Don't stop praying. Zakaria (as) did not leave.
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•Prophet Musa (AS): When You Have Absolutely Nothing Left
Musa (a.s.) escaped from Egypt and came to Midian. Behind Pharaoh the army Unknown country ahead. no house no job no money no food no family alone.
As a man — it is "impossible" for this man to stand up again.
But he sat under the shade of a tree and said —
رَبِّ إِنِّي لِمَا أَنزَلْتَ إِلَيَّ مِنْ خَيْرٍ فَقِيرٌ
Pronunciation: Rabbi inni lima anjalta ilaiya min khairin fakir.
"O my Lord, whatever goodness You send down upon me — I look forward to it."
(Surah Qasas: 24)
He didn't want anything specific. Didn't say "give me a job" or "give me a marriage." Said — "Any Khair or best".
What did God give? All together — marriage, home, job, family, security. More than asking.
What's the Lesson?
Don't you have anything now? Lost all? zero Having to start over? Musa (a.s.) didn't have anything either. But asked God — God gave more than asked.
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•Prophet Ibrahim (AS): When You're Surrounded by Fire
Ibrahim (as) alone. against the whole nation. A huge fire was lit. Too big to approach — thrown into the fire with a stone thrower.
As a human being — sure to burn if caught in a fire. to survive"Impossible."
Gabriel (A.S.) came and said — "Need any help?"
Ibrahim (a.s.) said — "Not to you. To Allah."
Allah said -
قُلْنَا يَا نَارُ كُونِي بَرْدًا وَسَلَامًا عَلَىٰ إِبْرَاهِيمَ
Pronunciation: Kulna ya Naru Kuni Bardan Wa Salaman Ala Ibrahim.
"I said — O fire, become cool and peaceful for Abraham."
(Surah Ambiya: 69)
The fire did not burn. Allah changed the nature of fire.
What's the Lesson?
If Allah wills, the fire also cools down. Are you on any "fire" right now?
Debt on fire?
Fire of the world?
Office fire?
Social pressure fires?
Allah can cool that fire too.
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•Prophet Yunus (AS): When There Seems to Be No Way Out
Yunus (AS) in the belly of the fish. deep in the sea dark night The water is dark. The darkness of the belly of the fish. Three levels of darkness.
No one knows where he is. No one to help. No phone, no doctor, no lawyer, no way.
As for humans — getting out of a fish's belly alive is "impossible."
From there he called —
لَّا إِلَـٰهَ إِلَّا أَنتَ سُبْحَانَكَ إِنِّي كُنتُ مِنَ الظَّالِمِينَ
Pronunciation: La ilaha illa anta subhanaka inni kuntu minaz zalimeen.
"There is no god but You. Holy are You. Verily I was among the wrongdoers."
(Surah Ambiya: 87)
Allah says — "fastajabna lahu wa najzainahu minal gamma" — I responded and freed from anxiety. Then he said — "Wa Qazalika Nunzil Mu'minin" — This is how I deliver the believers.
The Prophet ﷺ said — “Dua of wool and salt —If any Muslim makes this supplication in any matter, Allah will answer his call.” (Jamee Tirmidhi: 3505)
What's the Lesson?
Are you stuck around? Not seeing a way? Seems impossible to get out? Yunus (as) was also stuck in the belly of a fish. Allah has taken out. Get you out too.
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•Prophet Ayyub (AS): When Relief Takes Years
Ayyub (as) was ill for 18 years. Diseases in the body that people are close towould not come The wealth is gone. The child is gone. Everyone left. Only his wife was with him.
18 years. 6,570 days. Pain every day. Every night is hard.
As for humans — recovery after 18 years is "impossible."
But he never once complained. just said
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أَنِّي مَسَّنِيَ الضُّرُّ وَأَنتَ أَرْحَمُ الرَّاحِمِينَ
Pronunciation: Anni Massaniad Durru wa Anta Arhamur Rahimin.
"I am afflicted, and Thou art the Most Merciful."
(Surah Ambiya: 83)
Allah says — "fastajabna lahu" — I responded. I removed the disease. I returned the family. I doubled it.
What's the Lesson?
Taking more time? Been trying for years? Feel like "no more"? Ayyub (as) waited for 18 years. Then Allah gave — two fold by doing Allah's time is not your time. He will give at the right time.
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The 5 Duas That Turned the Impossible Into the Possible
•For Difficult Dreams and Long-Awaited Blessings
Zakaria (a.) — impossible to treat? Gave children in old age.
"Rabbi La Tazarni Fardan Wa Anta Khairul Warisin"
•For Provision, Opportunity, and New Beginnings
Musa (A.S.) — Starting from zero? Gave all together.
"Rabbi inni lima anjalta ilaiya min khairin fakir"
•For Overwhelming Challenges
Ibrahim (A.S.) — circumstances impossible? Cooled the fire.
"Hasbun Allahu wa Nimallawyer"
•For Anxiety, Distress, and Feeling Trapped
Yunus (a.) — Way impossible? Removed from the belly of the fish.
"La ilaha illa anta subhanaka inni kuntu minaz zalimeen"
•For Healing, Patience, and Relief
Ayyub (AS) — as impossible as time? Recovered after 18 years.
"Anni Massaniad Durru wa Anta Arhamur Rahimin"
5 prophets. 5 is "impossible." But 5 times Allah has made it possible. And every time he said — "fastajabna" — I responded.
Final Reflection:
Five Prophets.
Five impossible situations.
Five heartfelt supplications.
Five divine responses.
The lesson is simple:
When people say "impossible," Allah says "Be."
A child in old age?
Possible.
A new life from nothing?
Possible.
Coolness in the fire?
Possible.
Escape from the belly of a fish?
Possible.
Recovery after years of suffering?
Possible.
So what is the "impossible" in your life right now?
Take it to Allah tonight.
Raise your hands.
Choose one of these powerful duas.
Gentle Reminder:
We take the word "impossible" very lightlyI use But 5 incidents of 5 prophets prove — nothing is impossible with Allah.
Children in old age? possible
All from zero? possible
Coolness in the fire? possible
Get rid of fish belly? possible
Wellness after 18 years? possible
What is there in your life that you think is "impossible"?
Go prostrate with that "impossible" tonight. Recite any one of the 5 Duas. cry out Say to Allah — “O Allah, nothing is impossible for You."
He said "fastajabna" — I responded. He will also answer your calls. just call And delete the word "impossible" from the dictionary.
May Allah Ta'ala make every "impossible" of us "possible". Answer our prayers. Give us patience. And send the blessing of "fastajabna" in our lives. Amen.
💬Which of these five duas speaks most deeply to your current situation?
Comment: 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 — and share this reminder with someone who needs hope today.
Reference:
— Surah Ambiya: 69, 83-84, 87-88, 89-90
— Surah Qasas: 24
— Surah Maryam:4
— Jame' at Tirmidhi:3505
— Tafsir Ibn Kasir.
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