Everyone has the chance to change and start a better life. Wahbi, a young man from Surabaya, is living proof of how determination to improve oneself can transform everything. From days filled with mischief to now pursuing a noble purpose, Wahbi inspires us all to never give up on the path of goodness.
When met by Human Initiative volunteers, Wahbi—always wearing his favorite black cap—shared his story. As one of the students at HOME Bratang, Surabaya, Wahbi admitted that his past was full of mischief. “I used to throw rocks at people’s houses and break their windows, astaghfirullah. I also messed with parked vehicles, scattering sand and gravel on them until they were damaged,” he recalled. Behind his mischievous acts, Wahbi always felt a pang of guilt whenever he saw his parents working hard. His parents faced many challenges, including being laid off from work.
Seeing their struggles, Wahbi realized he couldn’t continue living that way. “I thought, I have to change. I need to ease my parents’ burden and make them proud,” he said.
Now, Wahbi has decided to turn his life around. He is focusing on his education, improving his religious practices, and aspiring to become a hafiz (a memorizer of the Qur’an). For Wahbi, being a hafiz is not just about memorizing holy verses but also about giving his parents the most precious gift. “I want to make them happy. That’s my dream for them,” he said.
Wahbi’s transformation wouldn’t have been possible without the support of many people, including the initiators who helped him along the way. “Thank you to everyone who has supported me. May your sustenance be abundant and your health always blessed,” Wahbi expressed gratefully.
Wahbi also has a message for other young people: “We all have the chance to change. Let’s strive, not just for this world, but for the hereafter as well. InsyaAllah, the world will follow when our intentions are sincere.”
Wahbi’s journey is a powerful reminder that change for the better is always possible. With determination and prayer, every small step toward transformation can bring happiness not only to ourselves but also to the loved ones around us.
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