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Prayer & worshipFrom the masjid's own video, Jan 3, 2026.

Make worship the purpose of life

DarusSalam

“Our purpose on this earth is to worship Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala.”

The khateeb, at 5:21

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In one sentence

Muslims should view every decision through Allah’s unseen guidance, prioritize worship over worldly gain, and build their lives around salah, learning, and devotion.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. Contrasts instinctive, surface-level living with spiritually discerning every decision.
  2. Uses closing a business for salah to illustrate unseen blessings and reliance on Allah.
  3. Explains worship as humanity’s purpose and contrasts contentment with endless pursuit of wealth.
  4. Argues that Muslim strength historically came from devotion rather than material power.
  5. Calls listeners to prioritize salah, involve their families, and engage with scholars and learning programs.
  6. Closes by urging complete dedication to Allah and the deen.
Try this week
Prioritize salah over business and attend the masjid when prayer time arrives.
Wake up early, prepare for difficult weather, and attend congregational prayer.
Invite friends and family, and bring children to pray at the masjid.
Attend local programs and spend time learning from scholars.
Choose a relationship to knowledge: scholar, student, listener, or supporter.
Ask what Allah wants from you in your career, family, and daily decisions.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“he will realize that me closing my store is actually not a loss. Rather, there is something much greater by going and praying in the masjid.”
DarusSalam · Lombard, IL
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“That our purpose on this earth Is to worship Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala”
DarusSalam · Lombard, IL
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“That the time for salah comes I'm there It doesn't matter how cold it is It doesn't matter if it's zero degrees outside”
DarusSalam · Lombard, IL
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Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

Today's khutbah reminded us that good times are also an opportunity to turn toward Allah and thank Him. The khateeb encouraged us to pause in our everyday choices and ask what Allah wants from us. Through the example of a shopkeeper making time for salah, he explained that provision includes prayer and blessings, not just money. He reminded us that focusing on the akhirah, the life to come, can help us feel content with what we have. As a family, we can put these reminders into practice by supporting one another in prayer, learning from scholars, and using our blessings to serve Allah.

  1. What is one blessing you could show gratitude for through an action tomorrow?
  2. How could we help each other make time for salah on a busy day?
  3. What would you like to learn about our deen together?
Where it was given

The masjid

Masjid DarusSalam21W525 North Avenue, Lombard, IL 60148ArchiveAll khutbahs at DarusSalam150 khutbahs
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