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The Prophets & seerahFrom the masjid's own video, Mar 7, 2026.

Badr teaches us to serve with faith

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“We do the work but we rely on Allahu subhanahu wa ta'ala for the outcome.”

The khateeb, at 22:34

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In one sentence

The Battle of Badr teaches that believers should act faithfully, rely on Allah for the outcome, and contribute to renewing the Muslim community.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. Ramadan’s midpoint and the significance of the 17th of Ramadan
  2. The Battle of Badr and Allah’s plan surpassing human plans
  3. Lessons of loyalty, commitment, dua, and reliance on Allah
  4. Divine help and the limits of human effort
  5. The Companions’ sacrifices and the duty to contribute
  6. Renewing faith and service during Ramadan amid global suffering
Try this week
Use the remaining nights of Ramadan for renewed connection with Allah.
Seek forgiveness throughout Ramadan.
Stand confidently by Islamic practice despite social pressure and Islamophobia.
Support Muslims in need.
Contribute to the local masjid financially or through personal effort.
Represent Islam well in daily interactions.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 8Used to explain Badr, the armies’ perceived numbers, fear, and Allah’s support.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“when we plan for something we recognize that allahu subhanahu wa ta'ala always has a plan for us and it may not align with our plan”
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“our actions alone don't bring results it's allahu subhanahu wa ta'ala's tawfiq”
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Play from 21:47
“we do the work but we rely on allahu subhanahu wa ta'ala for the outcome”
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Play from 22:34
“we have the opportunity we have the ability each of us individually to live our life in a way that is pleasing to allahu subhanahu wa ta'ala”
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Play from 26:08
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

On the 17th of Ramadan, the khateeb reflected on the Battle of Badr as a reminder that Allah can bring help and victory when believers do what is right. Badr also teaches that our plans may change, so we should do our part, seek counsel, make dua, and trust Allah with the outcome. The sacrifice of the Companions asks us to consider what we give to Islam through worship, service, support for the masjid, and good example. With wars and suffering affecting Muslims around the world, the sermon calls us to use Ramadan’s remaining nights for forgiveness, renewed connection, and meaningful contribution. The hope is that individual faithfulness can help renew the wider Muslim community.

  1. What is one way we can rely on Allah while still working hard?
  2. How could our family contribute to the masjid or help someone this week?
  3. What would make the remaining nights of Ramadan more meaningful for us?
Where it was given

The masjid

Islamic Center of Glendale700 S Adams St, Glendale, CA 91205Jumu'ah Khutbah 1:10 to 1:40 PMArchiveAll khutbahs at ICG31 khutbahs
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