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Centering on Allah eases worry and panic

OBKIC · Abdullahi Jaranow

“The remedy for the issues in the society isn't by just making systemic changes.”

The khateeb, at 4:03

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In one sentence

The khutbah argues that worry and panic are rooted in self-centeredness and are remedied by centering the heart on Allah through prayer, generosity, remembrance of the Hereafter, and good character.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. The Quran transformed the Companions and society by changing hearts.
  2. Tawhid, taqwa, and Allah-centered living are presented as foundations for lasting change.
  3. Human beings naturally experience worry, panic, greed, and self-focus.
  4. Surah al-Ma'arij presents consistent prayer as the first remedy, with mindful practices to deepen khushu.
  5. Generosity toward visible and hidden needy people purifies the heart and eases anxiety.
  6. Remembering Qiyamah, fearing Allah, maintaining good character, and following sins with good deeds provide ongoing guidance.
Try this week
Preserve the daily prayers consistently.
Recite Quran beautifully in Maghrib, Isha, and Fajr prayers where recitation is audible.
Prolong sujood and ruku to cultivate khushu.
Slow down during al-Fatihah and recite each word and verse intentionally.
Allocate part of wealth, time, or effort to both people who ask and those whose hardship is less visible.
Remember Qiyamah and the standing before Allah when facing worldly worries.
Maintain good character and follow sins or mistakes with a good deed.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 70Used to describe human panic and identify consistent prayer, generosity, and fear of the Hereafter as remedies.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“the remedy for the issues in the society isn't by just making systemic changes. It isn't just by passing laws and telling people halal and haram.”
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“Whenever we sin and we commit mistakes, to follow it with a good deed.”
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For the dinner table

Today's khutbah reminded us that the Qur'an helps us change by first caring for our hearts. The imam spoke about how fragile we are and how easily life's challenges can leave us worried or overwhelmed. He encouraged us to turn our attention toward Allah through regular prayer, slowing down our recitation and trying to pray with awareness. He also urged us to share our money, time, and effort with people facing hardship, including those who do not ask for help. Remembering our return to Allah can put our worries into perspective, and the khutbah closed by reminding us to show good character and follow mistakes with good deeds.

  1. What could help you slow down and pay attention during your next prayer?
  2. How could our family help someone who is having a hard time but hasn't asked for help?
  3. What good deed could you do after making a mistake?
Where it was given

The masjid

Omar Bin Al-Khattab Islamic Center12622 Renton Ave S, Seattle, WA 98178KhateebAbdullahi JaranowMore khutbahsArchiveAll khutbahs at OBKIC106 khutbahs
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