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Death & the hereafterFrom the masjid's own video, Jul 3, 2026.

Worldly success should prepare us for the Hereafter

DarusSalam · Azeemuddin Ahmed

“That heart that does not have Allah in it can never truly attain happiness.”

The khateeb, at 25:48

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In one sentence

Worldly graduations are blessings, but they should prepare us for the ultimate graduation before Allah through worship, righteous character, and repaired family relationships.

The khutbah in 7 steps

  1. Celebrate worldly graduations with gratitude to Allah
  2. Contrast worldly achievement with the final graduation of Judgment Day
  3. Warn against measuring success through material happiness and appearances
  4. Emphasize personal accountability before Allah and in the grave
  5. Connect closeness to Allah with following the Sunnah and good character
  6. Urge daily Quran, dhikr, reflection, and family reconciliation
  7. Announce community graduations and summer educational programs
Try this week
Celebrate achievements with gratitude while asking how they prepare you for the Hereafter.
Connect joyful moments with remembrance of Allah and recite Quran every day.
Spend quality time with family this summer.
Address unresolved family issues maturely and in a God-fearing way.
Review character, financial dealings, and family conduct against the Prophet’s Sunnah.
Reflect regularly on the grave and the Day of Judgment.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“The final, final graduation is yet to come And that is a graduation and the certificate ceremony on the day of judgment”
DarusSalam · Lombard, IL
Play from 13:25
“The heart is disconnected From Allah That heart that does not Have Allah in it Can never truly attain happiness”
DarusSalam · Lombard, IL
Play from 25:48
“Personal relationship with Allah is super important But it gets manifested in our akhlaq with one another”
DarusSalam · Lombard, IL
Play from 27:56
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khateeb reminded us that graduations are blessings we should celebrate with gratitude to Allah. He also asked us to prepare for the ultimate graduation: meeting Allah on the Day of Judgment. Good grades, money, and an impressive appearance do not tell the whole story of success, because each of us is responsible for our own deeds. He encouraged us to remember Allah, read Quran every day, and follow the Prophet’s example in worship and character. This summer, we can put that reminder into practice by spending meaningful time together, treating one another well, and working through problems with care.

  1. How could you use something you learned this year to help someone?
  2. What helps you remember to thank Allah when something exciting happens?
Where it was given

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Masjid DarusSalam21W525 North Avenue, Lombard, IL 60148KhateebAzeemuddin AhmedMore khutbahsArchiveAll khutbahs at DarusSalam150 khutbahs
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