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General remindersFrom the masjid's own video, May 3, 2026.

Lasting happiness comes from faith and obedience

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“You believe Allah has written that on you.”

The khateeb, at 14:42

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In one sentence

Lasting happiness comes not from wealth, fame, status, or possessions, but from faith, obedience to Allah, acceptance of divine decree, learning, supplication, and responsible conduct.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. The khutbah frames humanity as pursuing happiness and examines wealth, fame, power, family, and material comfort as incomplete sources of fulfillment.
  2. It contrasts worldly pleasure with taqwa, obedience, repentance, and the lasting consequences of the Hereafter.
  3. It presents acceptance of divine decree, religious learning, remembrance, good deeds, and dua as paths to inner peace.
  4. The sermon then turns to mosque manners, emphasizing clean clothing, good hygiene, cleanliness, and responsible use of donated supplies.
  5. It teaches worshippers not to disturb others with loud recitation or greetings and to balance mosque worship with respectful social connection.
  6. It concludes with practical prayer-space etiquette and supplications for guidance, healing, faith, and righteous living.
Try this week
Enjoy family and material blessings without making them the goal of life.
Avoid sins, respond to guilt by returning to Allah, and perform as many good deeds as possible.
Learn about Islam and fiqh through classes, books, online resources, and study with family members.
Make dua for guidance, happiness, satisfaction, and guidance for your children.
Accept Allah's decree during loss, illness, accidents, or financial hardship instead of dwelling on regret.
Come to the mosque in clean or best clothing, use pleasant hygiene, and avoid offensive smells.
Clean up after yourself and use mosque donations and supplies only in reasonable amounts.
Recite Quran and give greetings quietly enough not to disturb people praying or reading.
Enter with the right foot and the appropriate dua, leave with the left foot, socialize moderately, and avoid blocking worshippers.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 22The terror of the Day of Judgment establishes the seriousness of human accountability.
Surah 18The story of the child is used to show that children can become a source of sorrow without proper upbringing.
Surah 7Belief and fearing Allah are linked with blessings from heaven and earth.
Surah 20Turning away from Allah's reminder is presented as causing a constricted life.
Surah 16Faith and righteous action are linked to a good and pure life.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“You enjoy your kids, fine. You enjoy your wealth, fine. But you have right to do also. You have a duty on you.”
ISGW · Worcester, MA
Play from 8:07
“Once you know, Yaakhi, you believe Allah has written that on you. It was gonna happen regardless.”
ISGW · Worcester, MA
Play from 14:42
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

Brother Ihab reminded us that money, recognition, and comfort do not guarantee happiness, and wanting more can bring more worries. He said we can enjoy our blessings while remembering our responsibilities to Allah and keeping the Hereafter in mind. He encouraged us to remember Allah, do good deeds, learn our religion, and ask Allah for satisfaction, happiness, and guidance. He also spoke about accepting what Allah has decreed when life brings difficulties. In the second part, he reminded us to care for the masjid through cleanliness, thoughtful use of shared supplies, and respect for people praying, while making room for friendly conversation and smiles.

  1. What is something you already have that you would like to appreciate more?
  2. What would you like to ask Allah for in your dua tonight?
  3. How could we help someone feel welcome at the masjid while respecting people who are praying?
Where it was given

The masjid

The Islamic Center of Greater Worcester57 Laurel St, Worcester, MA 01605Jumu'ah Khutbah 1:00 PM · Iqamah 1:30 PMArchiveAll khutbahs at ISGW49 khutbahs
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