It's that time of year again. The time of year that is wrought with flakes and bailers who miss deadlines, break promises and flop like big fish that swam up on shore and got stuck. 

I understand that everyone is busy and everyone is spread a little too thin. But it has become commonplace for people to bite off more than they can chew. And then, rather than working to complete their responsibilities, they simply run the other way. 

One of the central pillars of Islam is prayer, and Allah and the Prophet Muhammad SAW have given us clear reminders to pray at the accorded times. 

When `Abdullah R.A. asked "which deed is the dearest to Allaah?" the Prophet Muhammad SAW replied, "To offer the prayers at their early stated fixed times" (Saheeh Bukhari).

But being on time and on top of things is not just applicable to salaat. Being punctual about your prayers should develop your skills for other things in life.

It is said in the Quran (5:1): "O you who believe: fullfill your contracts!"  Sha'ria law distinguishes between contracts, promises and commitments. But one thing is clear: once made, these contracts, promises and commitments bind the bearers to their word.

It's common courtesy. When you neglect your responsibilities, you end up putting more burden on others around you. It shows a complete lack of respect for their time.

According to Sahih Bukhari and Sahih Muslim, Prophet Mohammad (SAW) once said that: “the signs of the hypocrite are three: when he speaks he lies, when he promises he does not fulfill it, and when he is entrusted with something he is treacherous.”

The next time you vow to do something, remember these words:

"...Fulfill the Covenant of Allah when you have entered into it, and break not your oaths after you have confirmed them: Indeed you have made Allah your surety for Allah knows all that you do” (Qur’an16:91)
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