Qur'an & tafsirFrom the masjid's own video, Oct 17, 2025.
Life's tests can bring us nearer to Allah
In one sentence
Allah's greatness, mercy, and sovereignty should lead Muslims to submit to Him, study the Quran, and see life's trials as opportunities to draw nearer to Him.
The khutbah in 5 steps
- Explains why Allah's messengers are human and relatable.
- Warns against mocking messengers and denying revelation.
- Emphasizes Allah's ownership, mercy, power, and judgment.
- Urges weekly Quran reading, contemplation, and reflection.
- Closes with prayers for oppressed communities and Quranic recitation.
Try this week
Read at least half a page of Quran during the week and contemplate it.
Reflect on life's turmoil and tests as opportunities to draw nearer to Allah.
Prioritize remembrance of Allah over worldly trade and distraction.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“Allah Azza wa Jalla said the one who has succeeded is the one who had the punishment of Allah Azza wa Jalla averted from them on the day of judgment.”
“Allah 'Azza wa Jalla, to Him belongs everyone in the heavens and the earth, everything in the heavens and the earth. and He has made it incumbent upon Himself, obligatory, to show mercy.”
“You and I should spend some time in the week to read by Aya. Even if it's a half a page, read and contemplate. Read it and reflect.”
“And you will realize that we are here to be tested. And these tests will bring us nearer to Him.”
Talk about it at home
For the dinner table
Today's khutbah focused on Allah's greatness, ownership, and mercy. It reminded us that prophets were sent as human examples so people could relate to and follow them, and that Prophet Muhammad was commanded to submit first. The sermon taught that real success is being saved from punishment, not simply gaining wealth or status. We were encouraged to read and reflect on at least half a page of Quran each week. Even during turmoil and hardship, our tests can bring us nearer to Allah, while we continue praying for people suffering around the world.
- What does success mean if it is more than money or possessions?
- How can hardship bring someone closer to Allah?
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