Let worldly life serve worship
“We have to be successful through the remembrance of Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala.”
The khutbah argues that worldly possessions and responsibilities become blessings only when they support remembrance and worship of Allah, especially through Jumu'ah, prayer, lawful living, and following the Prophet.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Explains that worldly life and its distractions are cursed except remembrance of Allah and things leading to it.
- Applies this principle to cars, family, wealth, children, religious teachers, and knowledge-seekers.
- Uses Urdu poetry and a numerical metaphor to contrast worldly pursuits with the value of zikr.
- Reframes human life through the Quranic purpose of worship, with worldly work serving that purpose.
- Emphasizes attending Jumu'ah early, stopping work at the adhan, and remembering Allah after prayer.
- Closes by urging listeners to follow the Prophet's example, pray five times, and seek religious guidance.
In the khateeb's words
“we want to be successful but we have to be successful through the remembrance of Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala”
“if you're sitting and waiting for maghrib so it's like you are in salat continuously because you're waiting for salat”
For the dinner table
Today’s khutbah reminded us that getting too caught up in worldly things can make us forget Allah and our purpose. The khateeb explained that everyday things, like a car that takes us to the masjid, can help us draw closer to Him. He encouraged us to remember Allah, learn and teach our deen, and take responsibility for helping our children grow in faith. He reminded us to make time for Jumu’ah and keep remembering Allah when we return to our work and daily routines. As a family, we can choose one small way to follow the Prophet’s example in how we speak, give, and treat others.
- How could something you use every day help you remember Allah?
- What is one thing about our deen you would like us to learn together?
- What could help our family get ready earlier for Jumu’ah?
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