Patience & trialsFrom the masjid's own video, Sep 3, 2025.
Ashura teaches hope through every crisis
“Allah is on my side and Allah will find me a way out.”
In one sentence
The story of Ashura teaches Muslims to place their hope in Allah during crises while taking practical steps and maintaining confidence in eventual relief.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Explains the history of Ashura and its connection to Musa's rescue.
- Clarifies that fasting Ashura is voluntary and recommends fasting the ninth and tenth of Muharram.
- Retells how Musa faced Pharaoh's army and the sea with trust in Allah.
- Applies the story to personal problems through hope, reliance on Allah, and practical effort.
- Uses Maryam and the date palm to illustrate doing one's part while trusting Allah.
- Connects Musa's rescue to hope for Gaza and concludes with prayers.
Try this week
Fast Ashura, preferably together with the ninth of Muharram.
If unable to fast today, do not miss fasting tomorrow.
Turn your heart to Allah when facing problems.
Take practical means, including seeking treatment and taking prescribed medication.
Pray for Gaza and oppressed people.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“Allah is on my side and Allah will find me a way out”
“if you are sick don't say do your part Allah created the disease and He created the remedy and the medication take the medication and put your trust in Allah”
“We have to have hope. We have to think positive. And whoever gets the martyrdom is with Allah and he is in a better state than me and you.”
Talk about it at home
For the dinner table
The khutbah explains why Ashura is important and encourages Muslims to fast the ninth and tenth of Muharram. The story of Musa teaches that even when a problem looks impossible, Allah can make a way out. We should trust Allah while still doing our part, such as seeking treatment or taking practical steps. The speaker connected this hope to Gaza, asking Muslims to remain hopeful and pray for those suffering.
- What is one problem where you can ask Allah for help while still doing your part?
- What practical action can you take this week alongside making dua?
- How can our family show hope and care for people suffering in Gaza?
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