Some disagreements arise among the Du`ah i.e. Muslim callers, that almost outweigh the points of agreement, hinder Islamic work, and may lead to some seditious acts, differences, and disputes. What is your advice for those concerned?
A: I advise the Du`ah to act sincerely for the sake of Allah and cooperate in righteousness and piety. They should refer to the judgments of the Book and Sunnah in their disputes, acting upon Allah's Saying (Exalted be He):
(And) if you differ in anything amongst yourselves, refer it to Allâh and His Messenger (ﺻﻠﻰ ﺍﷲ ﻋﻠﻴﻪ ﻭﺳﻠﻢ), if you believe in Allâh and in the Last Day. That is better and more suitable for final determination.
In this way, the objective will be united, efforts combined, and AlHaqq (the Truth) would triumph and falsehood would be defeated. All this can be achieved by seeking refuge with Allah and asking Him for success and avoiding the personal whims. Allah (Glorified and Exalted be He) says:
But if they answer you not (i.e. do not bring the Book nor believe in your doctrine of Islâmic Monotheism), then know that they only follow their own lusts. And who is more astray than one who follows his own lusts, without guidance from Allâh?
Addressing His Prophet and Messenger Dawud (David peace be upon him), Allah (Glorified and Exalted be He) says:
O Dâwûd (David)! Verily, We have placed you as a successor on the earth; so judge you between men in truth (and justice) and follow not your desire — for it will mislead you from the Path of Allâh.