9:26 what is a greater…12:25 every day we should…28:09 the same verse as you…28:49 when you read a verse…
Qur'an & tafsirFrom the masjid's own video, Feb 20, 2026.

Let the Quran transform how you live

Al-Masjid Islamic Center

“When you read a verse, ask yourself, am I doing this?”

The khateeb, at 28:49

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In one sentence

Ramadan's central purpose is to cultivate taqwa by reconnecting with the Quran so its stories transform believers into people of repentance, patience, trust, wisdom, and action.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. Ramadan makes worship easier through open doors of Paradise, closed doors of Hell, and restrained shayateen.
  2. Night prayer, Laylat al-Qadr, and accepted supplication demonstrate Ramadan's spiritual opportunities.
  3. Fasting aims to produce taqwa, with the Quran at the center of Ramadan.
  4. Stories of Adam and Ayyub teach daily repentance, patience, and trust during loss.
  5. Stories of Ibrahim and Musa teach intellectual confidence, family guidance, tawakkul, and speaking truth to injustice.
  6. The khutbah closes by urging reflective Quran engagement so believers become transformed by its guidance.
Try this week
Pray night prayer during Ramadan, including Taraweeh.
Make dua at iftar and seek Laylatul Qadr during the last ten nights.
Read, understand, and reflect on the Quran rather than leaving it unused.
Ask Allah for forgiveness every day after recognizing personal mistakes.
Use Quranic stories to practice patience, tawakkul, and wise action.
Engage children in Islamic learning throughout the week and surround them with good influences.
Stand up against injustice and speak truth with wisdom.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“what is a greater disrespect to the Quran than not using the Quran”
Al-Masjid Islamic Center · Greenville, NC
Play from 9:26
“every day we should look at the story and say our father Adam made a mistake but he went back to Allah and all was forgiven”
Al-Masjid Islamic Center · Greenville, NC
Play from 12:25
“the same verse as you age will transform you differently”
Al-Masjid Islamic Center · Greenville, NC
Play from 28:09
“when you read a verse ask yourself am I doing this is this me”
Al-Masjid Islamic Center · Greenville, NC
Play from 28:49
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

Ramadan is not mainly about food or a single special night; its heart is growing closer to Allah through the Quran. The stories of Adam, Ayyub, Ibrahim, and Musa show us how to repent, remain patient, trust Allah, protect our families, and stand for what is right. We should read the Quran thoughtfully and ask how its guidance applies to our own behavior. Parents should support their children's Islamic identity throughout the week, not only through formal classes. If we let the Quran shape our character, we can become people who live its guidance.

  1. Which Quran story gives you courage when life feels difficult?
  2. What is one small way our family can use the Quran more this Ramadan?
  3. When is it hardest for you to trust Allah?
Where it was given

The masjid

Al-Masjid Islamic Center Greenville1303 South Evans Street, Greenville, NC 27834ArchiveAll khutbahs at Al-Masjid Islamic Center40 khutbahs
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