Seek refuge in Allah through prayer
“Call on Allah when we are in trouble, but call on Allah when everything is going well, too.”
Muslims should seek refuge in Allah through prayer, trust, remembrance, and righteous choices when facing spiritual, emotional, social, and worldly darkness.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Introduces seeking refuge in Allah and offers condolences to the Hasan family.
- Explains Surah 113 and Surah 114 as two protectors from darkness, harm, envy, and satanic whispers.
- Connects refuge with prayer, Allah’s names, guidance, and avoiding superstition and sinful practices.
- Uses Moses and Joseph as examples of seeking Allah’s protection amid danger and temptation.
- Relates prophetic refuge to migration, asylum, persecution, racial violence, and present social hardship.
- Closes with a prophetic supplication, community announcements, and prayer.
In the khateeb's words
“But we have to trust and believe in Allah and seek refuge in Him from the darkness that we see.”
“Call on Allah when we are in trouble, but call on Allah when everything is going well, too.”
“And if the prophets, who are our examples, had to seek refuge in Allah from the troubles that they experienced, what do you think we're supposed to do?”
“We're experiencing difficult times at this moment. But we know that Allah is Akbar. We know that Allah sees everything. And we know that Allah is in control of everything.”
For the dinner table
Today’s khutbah reminded us that seeking refuge in Allah is something we need in every kind of difficulty. The speaker explained Surah 113 and Surah 114 as prayers for protection from darkness, harmful influences, envy, and whispers that pull us away from the right path. He pointed to Moses, Joseph, and the Prophet Muhammad as examples of people who turned to Allah while facing danger, temptation, persecution, and uncertainty. We can respond by praying, learning Allah’s names, staying away from harmful choices, and calling on Him in both hard and good times. The khutbah also encouraged compassion for people seeking safety and hope in difficult circumstances.
- When do you most need to ask Allah for help?
- What could our family do to make someone else feel safe and supported?
- Which good choice can help keep your heart on the straight path this week?
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