2:35 The Palestinian land…20:17 the reality is we…20:51 there's no such thing…
Prayer & worshipFrom the masjid's own video, Oct 18, 2025.

Lasting honor comes through worship and good deeds

UMMA · Tareq Tamr

“We want to have our hope in where we stand with Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala in these acts of ibadah.”

The khateeb, at 20:17

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In one sentence

True honor and lasting impact come from sincere worship and enduring good deeds rather than worldly accomplishments, so believers should prioritize Quran, prayer, dhikr, and concern for the oppressed.

The khutbah in 7 steps

  1. Acknowledges partial relief in Gaza while insisting that justice and attention remain necessary.
  2. Honors Salih al-Ja'farawi and other martyrs, emphasizing their Quranic commitment alongside their talents and advocacy.
  3. Explains that a worthy ending is prepared by sincere choices and truthful living beforehand.
  4. Contrasts investing in worldly interests with investing in the afterlife.
  5. Uses Surah al-Kahf to distinguish temporary worldly adornments from everlasting good deeds.
  6. Urges listeners to make regular time for Quran, dhikr, prayer, family, and service.
  7. Closes with prayers for oppressed communities and a call to strengthen personal worship and raise a better generation.
Try this week
Read a few lines of Quran daily.
Set aside at least five minutes for dhikr, including Subhanallah, Alhamdulillah, La ilaha illallah, and Allahu Akbar.
Strengthen dua and dhikr for oppressed believers while reflecting on one’s personal role.
Care for family, pursue beneficial work, and raise the next generation with stronger faith.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 18Explains the temporary nature of worldly life and the greater value of al-baqiyat al-salihat.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“The Palestinian land will not be free until everyone who has spilt blood has been helped to account Until every person who has been wrongly treated is allowed to return into their land”
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Play from 2:35
“the reality is we don't put our hope in our material actions we want to have our hope in where we stand with Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala in these acts of ibadah”
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Play from 20:17
“there's no such thing seriously there's no such thing as I didn't have time to do Qur'an today to read a few lines”
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Play from 20:51
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khateeb reminded us to keep caring about people in Gaza, even when the headlines become quieter, and to continue praying and advocating for justice. He described Salih al-ja'farawi’s talents, journalism, and memorization of the Qur'an as an invitation to reflect on our own choices. Drawing on Surah al-Kahf, he explained that worldly blessings are temporary, while righteous deeds have lasting value with Allah. He encouraged us to make time for Qur'an and dhikr alongside working, caring for family, and helping others. We can seek Allah’s pleasure through our daily efforts while protecting a regular place for worship in our lives.

  1. What talent would you like to develop so you can help someone else?
  2. When could our family make a little time for Qur'an or dhikr together?
  3. What could we do this week to remember and support people who are suffering?
Where it was given

The masjid

UMMA26899 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield, MI 48033Jumu'ah 1:30 PMKhateebTareq TamrMore khutbahsArchiveAll khutbahs at UMMA38 khutbahs
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