Prayer & worshipFrom the masjid's own video, Mar 20, 2026.
Keep worship alive after Ramadan
Darul Islah · Akmal Pasha
“Think about the relationship you'll have with Allah.”
In one sentence
The end of Ramadan should launch a mindful, consistent life of worship, repentance, family prayer, masjid participation, and service rather than a return to convenience.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Eid and Jumu'ah coinciding is presented as a blessing and an opportunity to attend both prayers.
- Ramadan's forgiveness must include directly seeking forgiveness from people one has wronged.
- Consistent, mindful actions after Ramadan matter more than occasional large efforts or convenience.
- Believers should use struggle to strengthen the nafs and protect the spiritual gains of Ramadan.
- Families should discuss Ramadan, pray together, and maintain private and shared worship.
- Regular masjid attendance, community programs, and volunteering one's skills should continue throughout the year.
Try this week
Ask directly for forgiveness from people you have wronged.
Continue small, regular acts of salah, dhikr, sadaqah, and other worship after Ramadan.
Pray together at home when family members are present.
Attend the masjid regularly and participate in its prayers, reminders, breakfasts, and dua sessions.
Offer consistent time, skills, and physical service to the masjid and community, not only donations.
Sources the khateeb cited
Quran 16:90The closing recitation commands justice, ihsan, and giving relatives, while forbidding immorality, wrongdoing, and oppression.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“How can we ask Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala to forgive us When the person we've hurt The person we've lied to The person we've cheated Is still hurt Still affected by our sin against them”
“And when those actions Are private And consistent Think about the relationship You'll have with Allah”
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