Wealth becomes a trial when it distracts from Allah
“Allah has promised, if you are thankful, He will increase you.”
When material wealth distracts people from Allah, believers should seek steadfastness, gratitude, sincere worship, sound hearts, truthful speech, and active remembrance.
The khutbah in 5 steps
- Interprets a hadith about people becoming obsessed with gold and silver.
- Explains supplications for steadfastness, strength, gratitude, sincere worship, a sound heart, truthful speech, and forgiveness.
- Connects gratitude to Allah’s promise in Surah Ibrahim.
- Uses the stories of the two gardens and Qarun to warn that wealth can become a trial.
- Calls listeners to save the dua on their phones, remember Allah, and speak up for Muslims in need.
In the khateeb's words
“Ya Allah, make my heart stay firm on your path and also aid me in the path that I'm helping.”
“Allah has promised, if you are thankful, He will increase you. And if you commit kufr of the ni'mah, then the punishment of Allah is severe.”
“A truthful tongue is a tongue that remembers Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala in everything. And a sound heart is a heart that has the struggles of His brothers and sisters right in their heart.”
For the dinner table
The khateeb reminded us that chasing money and possessions can make us forget Allah and the hereafter. He encouraged us to treasure a dua asking Allah for firmness in faith, strength to obey Him, gratitude, and good worship. He asked us to notice the blessings we already have, including things we once wished for, and remember that every blessing comes from Allah. He also spoke about having a sound heart that loves good for others and a truthful tongue that speaks up for people who need support. As a practical step, he encouraged us to keep this dua on our phones and read it when talk of gold and silver reminds us of the khutbah.
- What is one blessing you enjoyed today that you sometimes forget to thank Allah for?
- What could help you slow down and pay more attention during prayer?
- How could you use truthful words to support someone who needs help this week?
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