Let’s be real: you’ve been there. That heart-racing, stomach-flipping, oh-my-God-I-can’t-breathe kind of attraction. He’s got the looks, the charm, the text-game so smooth it should be illegal. But let’s pause for a second, are you sure this is love? Or is your heart just getting hijacked by lust?
Spoiler alert: the Quran has already warned us about this. (Yes, sis, your heart’s drama has a divine solution!) If you’re tired of being trapped in toxic cycles of temporary affection, keep reading. I’m breaking down 8 powerful Quranic truths about why lust is NOT love, and what to do instead!
1. Lust Is Temporary, Love Is Eternal
“And of His signs is that He created for you from yourselves mates that you may find tranquility in them, and He placed between you affection and mercy…” (Quran 30:21)
Lust fades, fast. That initial obsession? It burns out quicker than a cheap candle. But real love, the kind Allah talks about, is built on affection and mercy. It’s not just a fleeting high; it’s a lifetime commitment. If he’s all about your looks but doesn’t care about your soul, girl, run!
2. Lust Is Selfish, Love Is Selfless
“And they give food in spite of love for it to the needy, the orphan, and the captive…” (Quran 76:8)
Lust asks, “What can I get?” Love asks, “What can I give?” If someone only sticks around when it’s convenient for them, it’s lust. True love, as Allah teaches us, is about giving, not just taking.
3. Lust Feels Like an Addiction, Love Feels Like Peace
“Unquestionably, by the remembrance of Allah hearts find rest.” (Quran 13:28)
Ever notice how lust makes you restless? The overthinking, the anxiety, the endless waiting for a text back? That’s because lust is addictive, not peaceful. Love, the real kind, brings tranquility. If your relationship feels like an emotional rollercoaster, it’s time to get off.
4. Lust Blinds You, Love Opens Your Eyes
“Do not follow your desires, for they will lead you astray from the way of Allah.” (Quran 38:26)
Lust has you ignoring red flags like they’re on sale. He ghosts you? You make excuses. He’s disrespectful? You call it passion. Sis, stop. Love doesn’t make you blind, it makes you wise.
5. Lust Wants Instant Gratification, Love Waits for the Right Time
“And do not approach unlawful sexual intercourse. Indeed, it is an immorality and an evil way.” (Quran 17:32)
Lust races to intimacy. Love? It waits for the right time, the halal time. If someone’s pressuring you to do things that make you uncomfortable, they’re lusting after you, not loving you.
6. Lust Is a Trap, Love Is a Blessing
“Beautified for people is the love of that which they desire, of women and sons, heaped-up sums of gold and silver…” (Quran 3:14)
Lust traps you in a cycle of desire and heartbreak. It’s designed to keep you chasing, never fulfilled. But love, the kind Allah created? It’s a blessing that brings you closer to Him, not farther away.
7. Lust Ends in Regret, Love Ends in Jannah
“But those who feared their Lord will be driven to Paradise in groups…” (Quran 39:73)
Ever been in a situation where you thought, “Why did I ever fall for him?” That’s lust’s endgame, regret. Love, on the other hand? It’s about building something pure, a love that leads you to Jannah.
8. Lust Is the Devil’s Game, Love Is Allah’s Gift
“Satan threatens you with poverty and orders you to immorality, while Allah promises you forgiveness and bounty.” (Quran 2:268)
Lust is literally a trick of Shaytan. He makes you feel like you need it, like you’ll be lonely without it. But Allah promises real love, the kind that fulfills your heart, not just your desires.
So, What’s the Solution?
You’re probably thinking, “Okay, I get it. Lust is bad. But how do I protect myself from it?”
Glad you asked! Here’s the ultimate fix: Start surrounding yourself with people, books, and habits that align your heart with Quranic love, not Hollywood romance.
And guess what? I found something PERFECT to help you on this journey: The “Love & Quran” Journal!
This life-changing guided journal helps you:
- Break free from toxic love cycles
- Rewire your heart to recognize TRUE love
- Strengthen your connection with Allah
- Manifest a halal, soul-nourishing love
Thousands of sisters are already using it, and their love lives are transforming! Don’t be the one who misses out. Grab yours today before it sells out! (Because, let’s be honest, it always does.)
Your Love Story Starts Now
Lust is a cheap imitation of love, but you deserve the real thing. Allah already wrote your love story; now it’s time for you to live it the right way.
Drop a in the comments if you’re choosing real love over fake thrills! And don’t forget to share this with a sister who NEEDS to hear it!
Stay blessed, stay loved, and stay halal.