13:32 Allah subhanahu wa…34:22 so my success will be…
Civic engagementFrom the masjid's own video, Apr 18, 2026.

Resist corruption and pursue reform

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“My success will be through Allah alone.”

The khateeb, at 34:22

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In one sentence

Believers must recognize corruption (fasad) in personal, social, economic, political, and environmental life, resist it wisely, and pursue reform (islah) while relying on Allah.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. Opens with gratitude for Allah’s blessings and a call to taqwa.
  2. Defines fasad as corruption affecting individuals, society, morals, families, institutions, economies, politics, and the environment.
  3. Uses broken relationships, dishonesty, cheating in trade, and unjust rulers as examples of fasad.
  4. Cites Qur’anic examples involving Shu'aib, corrupt rulers, Pharaoh, and Queen Sheba.
  5. Introduces islah and musliheen as reform and people who encourage good and resist corruption.
  6. Urges correcting wrongdoing according to one’s ability, with wisdom, sincerity, and trust in Allah.
Try this week
Examine personal participation in corruption and return to Allah.
Preserve family ties and maintain good relationships with neighbors and coworkers.
Keep promises, speak honestly, and avoid cheating in business or measurements.
Correct wrongdoing through action, words, or inward rejection according to one’s ability.
Pursue islah by doing good and encouraging others toward good, with wisdom and sincerity.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 83Condemns cheating in weights and measures and depriving others of their rights.
Surah 11Shows that communities need people of good sense who forbid corruption.
Surah 2Portrays people who claim righteousness while spreading corruption on earth.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala provides everything for human beings and He made everything between the heaven and the earth for the benefit of human beings for humanity”
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“so my success will be through Allah alone in Him that I trust and unto Him that I return”
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Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khateeb reminded us that Allah has given us a beautiful world and many blessings. He explained that corruption includes everyday harms such as lying, breaking promises, damaging relationships, and cheating people. He also spoke about islah, which means correction, repair, and reform. We are called to do good ourselves and encourage others toward good, helping correct what is wrong as we are able. Even when problems feel overwhelming, we can stay connected to Allah, trust Him, and act with wisdom and righteousness.

  1. What is one promise you can take special care to keep this week?
  2. What would it look like to be fair even when it means getting less for yourself?
Where it was given

The masjid

Islamic Center of Santa Ana1610 E 1st St, Santa Ana, CA 92701Jumu'ah 1:10 PM & 2:10 PMArchiveAll khutbahs at ICSA22 khutbahs
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