Patience & trialsFrom the masjid's own video, Jan 9, 2026.
Earthquakes are warnings to prepare through worship
“To fear Allah is not to run away from Allah.”
In one sentence
The khutbah teaches that earthquakes and other sudden upheavals are warnings from Allah, so believers should prepare through worship, obedience, and responsible stewardship.
The khutbah in 5 steps
- Defines taqwa as following the Quran and Sunnah, not merely fearing Allah.
- Explains literal earthquakes, hurricanes, and personal crises as warning signs.
- Connects worship practices with preparation for trials and the Last Day.
- Critiques powerful nations’ exploitation of resources and communities.
- Discusses the earth’s created life and eventual testimony before Allah.
Try this week
Follow the Quran and Sunnah.
Attend Jumu'ah prayer.
Pray five times daily.
Give Sadaqah and Zakat.
Fast during Ramadan and at other times.
Perform Hajj when able.
Prepare spiritually for sudden trials.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“To fear Allah is not to run away from Allah. No, but to follow the instructions according to the Quran and the sunnah of Prophet Muhammad.”
“That's why we are in Jumwa. That's why we pray five times a day. In Islam, that's why we give Sadaqah and Zakat.”
“The most powerful amongst us, we go from one country to another country because there is oil or gold, and we take over.”
Talk about it at home
For the dinner table
The khateeb reminded us that warning signs are not limited to literal earthquakes or hurricanes. Sudden job loss, accidents, illness, and other hardships can also shake our lives and remind us to turn to Allah. Prayer, charity, fasting, Hajj, and following the Quran and Sunnah help us prepare spiritually. We should also remember that power and resources come with responsibility, because Allah entrusted humanity with the earth.
- What is one kind of “earthquake” in life that people may face besides a natural disaster?
- Which act of worship helps you feel most prepared when life becomes difficult?
- How can we treat the earth and other people as an amanah?
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