Repentance & taqwaFrom the masjid's own video, Jan 30, 2026.
Waiting for the Mahdi means getting ready
“We have to work hard to be a good mu'min.”
In one sentence
True waiting for Imam al-Mahdi is active spiritual preparation: believers should become righteous and ready to support him rather than remain passive or spread corruption.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Introduces the approaching 15th of Sha'ban and the shared hope for a divinely guided leader.
- Contrasts Muslim views that deny the Mahdi, expect his future birth, or affirm his birth and continued life.
- Defends the possibility of the Mahdi's long life and explains his occultation through the image of repeatedly broken lights.
- Defines al-intidhar as preparing morally and spiritually to support the Imam, not passively waiting or creating corruption.
- Urges believers to pursue taqwa and use the approaching month of Ramadan to draw closer to Allah.
- Concludes with prayers, remembrance of the deceased, and announcements for Sha'ban programs and celebrations.
Try this week
Work to become a good mu'min and develop taqwa so you are ready to support Imam al-Mahdi.
Use Ramadan as an opportunity to draw closer to Allah.
Offer Surah Fatiha and prayers for the deceased, scholars, martyrs, relatives, and believers in need.
Attend the announced Sha'ban lectures, a'mal, and Imam al-Mahdi birth celebration with family.
Give the requested donation or contribution.
Sources the khateeb cited
Quran 62:9-11Recited to emphasize attending Friday prayer, remembering Allah, and prioritizing worship over commerce.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“The right idea is brother and sister Imam salamullahi alayhi As we give that example He needs supporter He needs people to support him 313, 303, some numbers”
“So we have to work hard to be a good mu'min To be among those who will be with the imam And that is the best way To practice al-islam”
“Especially now We are approaching the month of Ramadan It is a great opportunity for us To be closer and closer To Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala”
Talk about it at home
For the dinner table
Today’s khutbah focused on Imam al-Mahdi and what it means to wait for his coming. The khateeb said waiting should not mean doing nothing or spreading corruption. It means becoming a better believer, growing in taqwa, and preparing to support justice. As Ramadan approaches, he encouraged us to use the month to draw closer to Allah through sincere worship and self-improvement. The sermon also reminded the community to pray for the deceased and join the Sha'ban programs together.
- What could active waiting for Imam al-Mahdi look like in our family?
- Which habit would help us become better believers before Ramadan?
- How can our community take better care of the guidance Allah gives us?
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