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Character & conductFrom the masjid's own video, Jun 12, 2026.

Aim higher for Allah and the Hereafter

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“It's the drive to constantly strive for what is better, higher and more pleasing to Allah.”

The khateeb, at 10:42

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In one sentence

Believers should cultivate Uluwul Himmah, lofty aspiration, by aiming for Allah’s pleasure and the Hereafter, setting high standards, remembering death, and surrounding themselves with people who elevate their faith and service.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. Defines Uluwul Himmah as striving for excellence and Allah’s pleasure rather than settling for comfort.
  2. Uses Quranic guidance and historical examples to show how high aspiration can transform individuals and communities.
  3. Explains that clear goals and seeking the Hereafter can align worldly and eternal success.
  4. Urges listeners to purify their intentions, remember death, pray seriously, and avoid wasting time.
  5. Advises companionship with people who prioritize prayer, charity, and community service.
  6. Closes by urging high standards and a lasting legacy, followed by supplications for oppressed Muslims including Gaza.
Try this week
Set a clear life goal oriented toward Allah and the Hereafter.
Aim for excellence in faith, character, worship, learning, and service instead of settling for the minimum.
Remember death and approach prayer, fasting, conduct, and relationships as someone whose time is limited.
Reduce time-wasting entertainment and do not make it a priority.
Choose companions who encourage salah, charity, community service, and other acts of faith.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“It's the drive to constantly strive for what is better, higher and more pleasing to Allah .”
London Muslim Mosque · London, ON
Play from 10:42
“High aspiration means refuse to live a small life when Allah has created you for something greater.”
London Muslim Mosque · London, ON
Play from 13:02
“and our beloved Muhammad SAW said whoever makes the hereafter his primary concern Allah will gather his affairs place contentment in his heart and the word will come to him despite itself”
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Play from 24:34
“you tell me who's your friend I'll tell you what's gonna be your future because you'll be inspired by each other”
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Play from 28:40
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For the dinner table

Today’s khutbah teaches the meaning of Uluwul Himmah, or lofty aspiration: striving for what is better, higher, and more pleasing to Allah. We should aim for excellence in faith, character, knowledge, and service, with the Hereafter as our deepest purpose. The khateeb urged us to remember that life is short, treat prayer and good deeds seriously, set clear goals, and avoid wasting time. He also reminded us that our companions shape our future, so we should stay close to people who encourage prayer, charity, community, and lasting service.

  1. What is one good goal you would like to aim higher toward this week?
  2. Which people help you become more focused on faith and good deeds?
  3. What is one way you can use your time more wisely?
Where it was given

The masjid

London Muslim Mosque151 Oxford St W, London, ON N6H 1S3Jumu'ah First prayer 12:00 PM · second prayer 1:15 PMArchiveAll khutbahs at London Muslim Mosque193 khutbahs
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