26:34 We were created to…28:22 Many people, they know…36:36 Worship and serve…41:23 But the one who…
Prayer & worshipFrom the masjid's own video, Jan 24, 2026.

The universe teaches steady service to Allah

Waritheen

“Be reliable even when people are not seeing you.”

The khateeb, at 36:36

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In one sentence

Because the universe obeys Allah and continually serves creation, human beings should learn from its patterns to choose consistent, sincere, non-coercive service to Allah and others.

The khutbah in 5 steps

  1. Interprets Surah Al-Imran 102, 103 as taqwa, active submission, unity, and guidance.
  2. Frames human beings as learners, with creation as a classroom and service to Allah as their purpose.
  3. Distinguishes compelled cosmic service, sakhara, from chosen human worship, ibadah.
  4. Draws lessons from the sun, moon, stars, winds, and seas about consistency, guidance, disciplined power, and mercy.
  5. Applies these lessons to family, work, leadership, anger control, and studying one created element for practical guidance.
Try this week
Treat service to spouses, children, coworkers, and community members as service to Allah.
Perform small acts of worship and service consistently, even when unseen.
Lead through truth, listening, and communication rather than coercion or domination.
Control anger and avoid reacting with words or actions that escalate conflict.
Choose one natural element, study how it serves and obeys Allah, and apply its lesson.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 3Frames consciousness of Allah, active submission, unity, and guidance.
Quran 51:56Defines the purpose of human beings and jinn as serving Allah.
Quran 2:30Introduces human stewardship as khalifa and the need to learn.
Quran 31:20Describes the heavens and earth as subjected to serve humanity.
Quran 2:256Supports guidance and leadership without compulsion.
Sahih al-BukhariDefines strength as controlling oneself when angry.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“We were created to serve God. So, remember when you're serving your spouse and your children, you are serving Allah.”
Waritheen · East Oakland · 47th Avenue, CA
Play from 26:34
“Many people, they know about God, but they don't know God.”
Waritheen · East Oakland · 47th Avenue, CA
Play from 28:22
“Worship and serve steadily, consistently. Be reliable even when people are not seeing you.”
Waritheen · East Oakland · 47th Avenue, CA
Play from 36:36
“But the one who controls himself when angry.”
Waritheen · East Oakland · 47th Avenue, CA
Play from 41:23
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

Today's khutbah invited us to see Allah's creation as a classroom that teaches us how to serve. The khateeb explained that nature obeys Allah by its design, while we can choose obedience and service. Caring for our family, doing our work, and helping our community are opportunities to serve Allah consciously. The sun reminds us to be dependable even when nobody notices, and the stars show us how to guide others without forcing them. He also reminded us that real strength includes controlling ourselves when angry, and encouraged us to put these lessons into practice.

  1. What is one way you could help someone at home tomorrow?
  2. What could the sun or stars teach you about being a good friend?
  3. When you feel angry, what could help you pause before speaking?
Where it was given

The masjid

Masjidul Waritheen1700 47th Ave, Oakland, CA 94601ArchiveAll khutbahs at Waritheen44 khutbahs
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