5:21 So, the question is…29:51 there's nothing else…
Death & the hereafterFrom the masjid's own video, Aug 15, 2026.

Your life is a test before the grave

Ash-Shaheed

“The question is not how long you lived, but how well did you answer the test of life.”

The khateeb, at 5:21

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In one sentence

Life is a temporary test, and true faith requires humbling the ego, remaining steadfast in submission to Allah, and doing good for His sake.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. Life is brief, every deed and intention is recorded, and worldly status will not matter in the grave.
  2. The ego can help recognize Allah's greatness but must be humbled and submitted to divine guidance.
  3. Abdullah ibn Hudhafa's steadfastness before powerful rulers illustrates courageous commitment and concern for fellow Muslims.
  4. The sweetness of faith comes through love of Allah and His Messenger, love for Allah's sake, and rejecting disbelief.
  5. Good deeds done for Allah bring lasting peace even when people disappoint or fail to give thanks.
  6. Listeners are urged to examine their ultimate direction, seek Allah's pleasure, pray for the sick, and support community needs.
Try this week
Reflect on what you are investing in this life and whether it will please Allah.
Humble personal desires and opinions by submitting them to the Quran and Sunnah.
Do good deeds for Allah's sake rather than seeking people's thanks or approval.
Make dua for the sick and shut-in, especially Brother Rahab, asking Allah for complete healing.
Pay zakat and sadaqah through the masjid's listed channels.
Register for or attend the announced community programs and mark their dates.
Sources the khateeb cited
Quran 22:11The passage about worshipping Allah on the edge was used to warn against faith dependent on comfort or ego.
Quran 81:26-29The question about where one is going framed reflection on life's ultimate direction and return to Allah.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“So, the question is not how long you lived, but how well did you answer the test of life.”
Ash-Shaheed · Sugar Creek, NC
Play from 5:21
“there's nothing else you need except for Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala”
Ash-Shaheed · Sugar Creek, NC
Play from 29:51
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

Today's khutbah reminded us that life is short and that our intentions and actions matter to Allah. The khateeb encouraged us to let our ego be humbled as we recognize Allah's greatness. He shared the story of Abdullah ibn Hudafa, highlighting his firmness in faith and his willingness to set aside personal pride to help free other Muslims. He described the sweetness of faith through love for Allah and His Messenger, integrity, and sincere submission. Even a small kindness, like opening a door, can be done to please Allah without depending on someone else's thanks.

  1. When have you felt amazed by something Allah created, and how did it make you feel?
  2. What could we do this week to put someone else's needs ahead of our pride?
  3. What kind act could you do for Allah's sake even if nobody thanked you?
Where it was given

The masjid

Masjid Ash-Shaheed400 W. Sugar Creek Road, Charlotte, NC 28213Jumu'ah 1:30 PMArchiveAll khutbahs at Ash-Shaheed45 khutbahs
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