I really appreciate this conversation, it’s so deeply insightful. The idea that guidance isn’t just a gift or something we earn but a two way response, really resonates with me. As Fusion put it so beautifully the light is constant and it's up to us whether we look toward it or not.
To me this aligns perfectly with the verse, Indeed, Allah will not change the condition of a people until they change what is within themselves. It highlights personal effort and spiritual openness as key. The Quran guides but our hearts have to be ready to receive that guidance.