Repentance & taqwaFrom the masjid's own video, Jan 17, 2026.
Prepare for Ramadan before it begins
In one sentence
Believers should prepare for Ramadan through repentance, fasting, remembrance, righteous deeds, and steadfast faith so they may receive a good ending.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Calls listeners to taqwa and introduces preparation during Rajab and Sha'ban for Ramadan.
- Urges repentance, frequent istighfar, fasting in Sha'ban, and early preparation for Ramadan.
- Explains husn al-khatimah, asking Allah for steadfastness and a faithful death.
- Uses examples and hadith about repentance, righteous deeds, and saying the shahada at death.
- Emphasizes consistency, frequent remembrance of Allah, and righteousness even in private.
- Concludes with prayers for Gaza, Muslims, forgiveness, and guidance, followed by Qur'anic recitation.
Try this week
Begin sincere repentance and frequent istighfar immediately.
Fast during Sha'ban as able and prepare for Ramadan before it begins.
Ask Allah regularly for steadfastness and a good ending.
Read and listen to the Qur'an.
Remember Allah frequently, including by saying la ilaha illa Allah.
Continue righteous deeds and maintain private integrity.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“The month of Ramadan is the harvest What you have done in whole year The result is going to show up in the month of Ramadan”
“the system of your life is gonna be the system of the end of your life”
Talk about it at home
For the dinner table
The khateeb reminded us to live with awareness of Allah as Rajab leads into Sha’ban and Ramadan. He explained that preparing for Ramadan takes time, just as preparing for a big celebration does, and encouraged us to begin now. He spoke about the Prophet’s frequent fasting in Sha’ban and urged us to seek Allah’s forgiveness without delay. He also encouraged people of every age to ask Allah for a good ending and for hearts that stay firm in faith. As a family, we can support one another in remembering Allah, doing good regularly, and being sincere even when we are alone.
- The khateeb said we talk about what we love; what helps you remember Allah during your day?
- What could help you do the right thing when nobody is watching?
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