13:42 As soon as I know that…27:26 But if I'm not fixing…
Repentance & taqwaFrom the masjid's own video, Feb 3, 2026.

Sincere submission begins with self-reform

TCIC · Abdul Hadi Sadat

“If I'm not fixing myself on a day-to-day basis, we're not going to have victory.”

The khateeb, at 27:26

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In one sentence

The khutbah argues that sincere submission to Allah requires overcoming ego and socially imposed identities through daily worship, humility, and disciplined self-reform.

The khutbah in 5 steps

  1. Uses Surah al-Najm to question socially constructed identities and the meaning of “I.”
  2. Connects ego, superiority, and oppression to Iblis’s refusal to submit.
  3. Applies the argument to Gaza, Palestine, Sudan, nationalism, status, and consumerism.
  4. Calls for Fajr prayer, gaze control, appetite control, repentance from riba, and frequent dhikr.
  5. Closes by urging daily self-reform and preparation to meet Allah.
Try this week
Attend Fajr salah, preferably in congregation.
Control the gaze and resist sexual temptation.
Practice frequent daily dhikr.
Examine and reduce ego-driven consumption, status-seeking, and socially accepted sins.
Set a daily spiritual goal and work consistently on self-discipline.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 53Used the passage about false idols being merely names without authority to critique constructed identities and ego.
Quran 35:15Used to argue that human beings are naturally dependent and should abandon pride.
Quran 33:41Used to recommend frequent dhikr as daily spiritual discipline.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“As soon as I know that I have a Lord, what do I have? I have a sovereign.”
TCIC · Vista, CA
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“But if I'm not fixing myself on a day-to-day basis, we're not going to have victory.”
TCIC · Vista, CA
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Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khateeb asked us to think about who we are beyond our nationality, possessions, job, or other labels. He reminded us that we depend on Allah and should approach Him and other people with humility. Using his own reaction to being cut off while driving, he showed how pride can affect ordinary moments. He urged us to work on our habits through prayer, especially Fajr, remembrance of Allah, and greater self-discipline. We do not have to be perfect to begin: we can take a sincere step toward Allah and pursue success with a meaningful purpose.

  1. What helps you remember who you are beyond your grades, clothes, or possessions?
  2. When you feel disrespected, what could help you pause and respond kindly?
  3. What small change could our family make this week to give prayer and remembering Allah more time?
Where it was given

The masjid

Tri-City Islamic Center (Masjid Al-Aziz)2136 Industrial Court, Vista, CA 92081Jumu'ah Khutbah 1:00 PM · prayer 1:30 PMKhateebAbdul Hadi SadatMore khutbahsArchiveAll khutbahs at TCIC37 khutbahs
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