Wealth and power are tests, not proof
“Having money, having kids, having authority is not a sign that Allah is pleased with you.”
Wealth, authority, and family are tests from Allah rather than proof of His favor, so believers must remember their source and use these blessings for good before death and judgment.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- The Prophet’s warning about wealth explains why worldly abundance may be more dangerous than poverty.
- The story of Qarun shows that wealth is a test and must not be credited solely to personal intelligence or effort.
- Money benefits believers when they spend it for Allah, helping the poor, family, and community rather than hoarding it.
- Prosperity, children, and authority are not signs of Allah’s love; faithful, humble, generous hearts are the true signs of acceptance.
- Asiya and a believing man from Pharaoh’s household demonstrate how iman reveals truth even within powerful environments.
- The khutbah closes by urging listeners to spend, speak truth, and do good before death removes their opportunity.
In the khateeb's words
“Once you will get something in this holy life, you need to think about two things. Who will give it to you? And why you are giving that?”
“Having money, having kids, having authority is not a sign that Allah is pleased with you.”
For the dinner table
Today’s khutbah reminded us that our blessings come from Allah and that how we use them is a test. Having more money or power does not by itself mean Allah is pleased with us. Through the story of Qarun, the imam warned against pride, envy, and forgetting the One who gives us what we have. He encouraged us to make our money useful by helping our families, supporting people in need, and spending for Allah’s sake without waste or stinginess. He also described faith as glasses that help us see what matters, reminding us to speak truth and do good while we have the opportunity.
- What is one blessing Allah has given you that you could use to help someone this week?
- When someone has something you wish you had, what helps you feel grateful for your own blessings?
- How could we turn a little of our family’s money into a good deed together?
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