Patience & trialsFrom the masjid's own video, Jan 23, 2026.
Let disasters turn you back to Allah
“Every once in a while Allah the Almighty gives us a taste of His power.”
In one sentence
Natural disasters should remind people of Allah’s overwhelming power and human weakness, prompting repentance, prayer, humility, service to others, and spiritual preparation for Ramadan.
The khutbah in 5 steps
- A major winter storm reveals the limits of human technology and power.
- Disasters remind people of Allah’s name Al-Qahhar and humanity’s weakness.
- Quranic and prophetic teachings connect calamity, wrongdoing, and the need for humility.
- Listeners should repent, make dua, and prepare spiritually for Ramadan.
- Muslims should help anyone in need, regardless of faith, and pray for protection.
Try this week
Repent to Allah as preparation for Ramadan.
Make dua for safety, relief, and protection.
Help anyone in need, Muslim or non-Muslim, when able.
Use Sha'aban for spiritual conditioning before Ramadan.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 42Afflictions are attributed to what people’s hands have earned, while Allah forgives much.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“But what this is is a glimpse of the power of Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala And it is a reminder to all of us of the power of our Lord azza wa jal”
“We can call ourselves the superpower of the world But every once in a while Allah the Almighty gives us a taste of His power”
“And it is also our duty to extend a helping hand to all of humanity around us, whether they are Muslim or non-Muslim.”
Talk about it at home
For the dinner table
The khateeb used the coming winter storm to remind us that human technology and strength are limited, while Allah’s power is complete. He encouraged us to respond by turning back to Allah in repentance and asking Him for safety and protection. He also reminded us to help anyone in need, whether Muslim or non-Muslim. With Ramadan approaching, we can use Sha'aban for sincere spiritual preparation.
- When have you felt reminded that people cannot control everything?
- What is one way our family could help someone facing difficulty?
- What would spiritual preparation for Ramadan look like for you?
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