9:57 But a single drop of…13:37 Ask yourself today,…21:00 whoever ends up in the…24:40 if my servant fears me…
Death & the hereafterFrom the masjid's own video, May 3, 2026.

Your choices shape your fate in the Hereafter

Toronto Islamic Centre · Kamil Ahmed

“Whoever ends up in the Hellfire is because of his own decision.”

The khateeb, at 21:00

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In one sentence

The khutbah warns that today's beliefs, choices, and influences determine whether a person joins the people of Jannah in gratitude or the people of Hellfire in regret.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. Qur'anic conversations between Jannah and Hellfire reveal the consequences of belief and ingratitude.
  2. A friend who mocked faith illustrates how companionship and influence can determine one's fate.
  3. The weak and powerful in Hellfire blame each other, but each remains responsible for personal choices.
  4. The people of Jannah describe fearing Allah, worshipping Him, and relying on His mercy.
  5. A hadith qudsi contrasts fearing Allah in worldly life with safety in the Hereafter.
  6. The khutbah urges listeners to choose the Hereafter and act before accountability begins.
Try this week
Examine your friendships and the people who influence your beliefs and actions.
Cultivate fear of Allah now instead of becoming heedless while committing sins.
Turn to Allah in worship and dua, and feel remorse when you sin.
Use today's opportunity to perform good deeds before accountability begins.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“But a single drop of water is going to become a desperate plea on that day. How many blessings today we waste. And others will be begging for it tomorrow.”
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“Ask yourself today, before it's too late, who is your friend? Who are those who influence you? Who are those who persuade you? Who are those who have control over your heart?”
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“whoever ends up in the hellfire is because of his own decision and when they are all together in the hellfire they will be shifting the blame from themselves to others not taking responsibility for their actions”
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“if my servant fears me in the dunya then I will make sure that he feels safe and secure in the akhirah”
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Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khateeb described conversations in the hereafter to help us think about the choices we make today. He reminded us to appreciate Allah’s blessings, even something as ordinary as water, and to pay attention to how our friends influence us. He warned against blaming others for our actions instead of taking responsibility. The people of Jannah were not sinless; they feared Allah, called upon Him, and were grateful for His kindness and mercy. We still have the opportunity to do good and make better choices, so let’s help one another use it well.

  1. What everyday blessing could we show more gratitude for tomorrow?
  2. How could you help a friend make a good choice this week?
  3. When you make a mistake, what could help you take responsibility and turn to Allah?
Where it was given

The masjid

Toronto Islamic Centre817 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M4W 2G9Jumu'ah 1st Khutbah: 1:30 PM | 2nd Khutbah: 2:30 PMKhateebKamil AhmedMore khutbahsArchiveAll khutbahs at Toronto Islamic Centre33 khutbahs
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