8:47 Taqwa brings us…11:30 Tawakkul is trust in…19:44 The problem is not…32:16 Those who say Allah is…
Repentance & taqwaFrom the masjid's own video, May 1, 2026.

God-consciousness helps believers stand for truth

Al Mahdi · Zaki Baqri

“Always we have to think what is the command of Allah.”

The khateeb, at 8:47

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In one sentence

Seeking refuge from Shaytan is a lived discipline of God-consciousness, remembrance, trust, prayer, and humility that enables believers to stand for truth, support the oppressed, and remain loving rather than hateful.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. Seeking refuge is presented as protection for this life and the hereafter.
  2. The khateeb names taqwa, remembrance, tawakkul, du'a, and humility as tools against Shaytan.
  3. He argues that Allah's signs are evident in creation and in the reflective heart, not dependent on scientific proof.
  4. The ship-in-danger example illustrates sincere reliance on Allah, while the steadfast are reassured by angels.
  5. He urges believers to stand with those resisting oppression, obey law, avoid hatred, and practice forgiveness.
  6. He closes with an appeal to support the community project and prayers and recitations.
Try this week
Cultivate taqwa by asking what Allah commands rather than what people will say.
Use dhikr or remembrance of Allah when friends, relatives, or groups pull you toward wrongdoing.
Struggle and take practical action while placing tawakkul only in Allah.
Make sincere du'a and practice humility as wealth or knowledge increase.
Stand for truth, help those resisting oppression, and avoid teaching hatred.
Support the community project, join the council, and honor any pledge already made.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 29Used the storm-at-sea passage to contrast sincere calls to Allah in danger with forgetfulness after rescue.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“Taqwa brings us completely different world. God consciousness. Always we have to think what is the command of Allah .”
Al Mahdi · Pickering, ON
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“Tawakkul is trust in Allah . Not in the world. Yes, we have to struggle. We have to move.”
Al Mahdi · Pickering, ON
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“The problem is not that proof is hidden, but that some hearts refuse to look into their own hearts. Their hearts are the mirrors.”
Al Mahdi · Pickering, ON
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“Those who say Allah is our Lord. Not only they say. They stand tall on that.”
Al Mahdi · Pickering, ON
Play from 32:16
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khateeb taught that seeking Allah's protection begins with taqwa, or remembering that Allah sees us and that we answer to His commands. He named remembrance, trust in Allah, du'a, and humility as further ways to resist Shaytan and stay close to Allah. He said that Allah's signs are present in creation and can be recognized by a heart willing to reflect. Believers should stand firm for truth, support people who are resisting oppression, and never answer hardship by teaching hatred. He also invited the congregation to support and join the community's project and council.

  1. What is one moment this week when remembering Allah could help you make a better choice?
  2. What does it mean to work hard and still trust Allah?
  3. How can our family stand up for what is right without teaching hatred?
Where it was given

The masjid

Al Mahdi Islamic Community Centre510 Third Concession Rd, Pickering, ON L1X 2R4
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