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Wealth & charityFrom the masjid's own video, May 8, 2026.

Wealth is a test, not a measure

MJUM · Khalid Abu Iqab

“Some of us live in this world as if it's forever.”

The khateeb, at 13:13

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In one sentence

Wealth is a divine test that can produce arrogance and distance believers from Allah, so they must remain grateful and prioritize worship.

The khutbah in 5 steps

  1. Builds on Surah al-Kahf and introduces the fitnah of money.
  2. Explains the two-garden parable and wealth as Allah’s gift and test.
  3. Contrasts the wealthy man’s arrogance with his righteous companion’s reminder.
  4. Emphasizes mortality, human equality, and dependence on Allah.
  5. Applies the warning to work, migration, prayer, family, and delayed Hajj.
Try this week
At each Jumu'ah, take away one practical lesson.
Remember Allah in both times of need and times of success, and do not let work delay prayer, family responsibilities, or Hajj.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 18The two-garden story illustrates wealth as a test and contrasts arrogance with gratitude.
Surah 96Used to argue that people tend toward arrogance when they become wealthy.
Surah 14Used to teach that gratitude brings increase while ingratitude brings severe punishment.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“Some of us live in this world as if it's forever. Some of us are building like it's forever.”
MJUM · Pembroke Pines, FL
Play from 13:13
“Some of us delay hajj. Some of us delay important stuff to take care of. Why? Because work, work, work, money, this, this, this.”
MJUM · Pembroke Pines, FL
Play from 24:18
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

Today’s khutbah reminded us that money and success are blessings from Allah, and they are also a test. In the story of the two gardens, a wealthy man became proud, looked down on his friend, and imagined that his wealth would never disappear. His righteous friend reminded him who created him and encouraged him to acknowledge Allah’s gifts, but the gardens were ruined and the wealthy man was left with regret. The khateeb encouraged us to say “Ma sha Allah, la quwwata illa billah” when we notice blessings we enjoy. As a family, we can practice gratitude, listen to good advice, and make time for Allah and one another while working for our needs.

  1. What blessing did you enjoy today, and how could you show Allah your gratitude for it?
  2. How could you help a friend who was making someone feel small because they had less money?
  3. What could we change this week to make more time for prayer and each other?
Where it was given

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