8:10 That dua is a means Of…15:50 Allah subhanahu wa…16:32 We might not have the…
Prayer & worshipFrom the masjid's own video, Mar 8, 2026.

Dua is how believers shape their lives

SNMC · Hesham Alaghbari

“We might not have the means to achieve what we want, but we rely on the Lord of the means, dear brothers and sisters.”

The khateeb, at 16:32

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In one sentence

Dua is not a last resort but a central act of worship through which believers rely on Allah, shape their lives, and seek help for both small and great needs, especially in Ramadan.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. Opens with praise, testimony, taqwa, family ties, and truthful speech.
  2. Recalls the Battle of Badr and the Prophet’s persistent dua for victory.
  3. Uses Quranic fasting verses to explain Allah’s nearness and dua as personal worship.
  4. Argues that believers should ask Allah for everything rather than treat dua as a last resort.
  5. Draws on prophetic examples and recommends humble, persistent dua, especially at night and during the last ten nights.
  6. Concludes with zakat al-fitr and Al-Bushra school announcements, followed by communal supplications.
Try this week
Make personal dua directly to Allah rather than relying on the imam or khatib.
Ask Allah for both major needs and small everyday needs.
Make dua with humility, persistence, and certainty that Allah will answer.
Use the last ten nights and the middle of the night for extended dua.
Pay zakat al-fitr as soon as possible: ten dollars minimum per person, or fifteen dollars if able.
Contribute to the masjid-run Al-Bushra school.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 25Connected human significance and worship to making dua.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“That dua is a means Of shaping our lives Of asking Allah Subhanahu wa ta'ala To facilitate The course of action Of our lives That we want to see”
SNMC · Nepean, ON
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“Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala, dear brothers and sisters, knows our needs. knows what we want. But He loves for us to be engaged in dua.”
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“We might not have the means to achieve what we want, but we rely on the Lord of the means, dear brothers and sisters.”
SNMC · Nepean, ON
Play from 16:32
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khutbah reminds us that dua is not only something we do when every other option fails. It is a personal act of worship and a way to turn to Allah for help with everything, from everyday needs to major life concerns. The Prophet’s dua at Badr and the examples of the prophets show us to ask with humility, hope, and persistence. Ramadan, especially its last ten nights and quiet nighttime hours, gives us a special opportunity to deepen this connection with Allah.

  1. What is one important thing you would like to ask Allah for this Ramadan?
  2. What small everyday need could you remember to ask Allah about?
  3. When is a quiet time in your day when you could make more dua?
Where it was given

The masjid

South Nepean Muslim Community3020 Woodroffe Ave, Nepean, ON K2J 4G3Jumu'ah 12:00 PM & 1:15 PMKhateebHesham AlaghbariMore khutbahsArchiveAll khutbahs at SNMC58 khutbahs
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