From OBKIC's minbar
Khutbahs at Omar Bin Al-Khattab Islamic Center
106 khutbahs the masjid posted, from 2 speakers, newest first.
2026
Oct 30, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowRespond wisely instead of reacting in anger“If you look at all of the vices you can track and you can reduce them all to being rooted in a lack of control of one's anger.”Oct 30, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowA righteous life leaves a lasting legacy“Whatever we make, whatever we build, it isn't for us to keep.”Oct 17, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowA righteous legacy starts with worship“The masjid is an anchor for us.”Oct 12, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowHealthy shame protects the heart from zinaSep 26, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowHow modesty protects your faith“It's a healthy shame that causes you to reconsider what you're doing.”Sep 10, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowResist Shaytan with knowledge and worship“Knowledge requires you to sit, to study, to read, to learn and sit with the scholars and spend time.”Sep 5, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowMercy begins with seeing others' pain“The most beloved people to Allah are those who are most helpful to other people.”Sep 5, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowParents must give children meaningful time“Our time is our most valuable possession.”Sep 5, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowLove for the Prophet should shape your heartAug 28, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowParents must bring children back to the masjid“Bring our children and youth yourselves.”Aug 24, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowLove the Prophet through unity and learning“The more you know him, the more you love him.”Aug 22, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowLove the Prophet by living his Sunnah“Studying his Sunnah is a joy.”Aug 15, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowLove the Prophet through mercy and unity“There has to be tolerance and respect for one another.”Aug 13, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowTaqwa prepares you for the hereafter“The best sustenance you can prepare for this journey is taqwa.”Aug 8, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowTaqwa grows through daily choicesAug 4, 2026True richness is contentment, not possessions“I'm happy with whatever Allah gives me.”Aug 1, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowPurpose is the antidote to distraction“The Muslim must have purpose; the Muslim must be goal focused.”Jul 25, 2026Healing comes through community and dhikr“If you want to go far, go together.”Jul 22, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowHalal eating protects body and soul“As Muslims, we have to be very intentional with what we eat.”Jul 18, 2026Choose halal, wholesome food in moderation“If it doesn't come naturally from the earth, don't eat it.”Jul 15, 2026Muslims must pursue knowledge for wisdom“Create a system to read books.”Jul 11, 2026Islam makes learning a duty for every generation“The first command was to read because knowledge is the foundation of everything in life.”Jun 29, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowMeet calamity with patience and faith“We stand with every oppressed people.”Jun 27, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowMeet every trial with patience and trust“Whatever Allah has decreed is ultimately to our benefit.”Jun 25, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowRenew faith by loving and following the Prophet“The secret to success is the love of the Messenger alayhi salatu wassalam.”Jun 20, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowLet the Hijri new year renew your faith“The love of the Prophet salallahu alayhi salam is the secret to transforming the self.”Jun 14, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowGood character leads to success with Allah“The greatest success and achievement is attaining the pleasure of Allah Ta'ala.”Jun 14, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowFollow the Prophet with mercy and self-control“The strong one is the one who can control himself when angry.”Jun 13, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowGood character shows the beauty of Islam“If we're always talking about Islam but we don't treat them well, they will not want anything to do with Islam.”Jun 6, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowProphetic character comes before religious rights“The greatest sunnah of the Prophet sallallahu alayhi wa sallam after iman in Allah ta'ala is the character of a believer.”Jun 1, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowHajj teaches submission, patience, and brotherhood“When Allah calls, we answer that call.”May 31, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowPut Allah first in every sacrifice“Whatever is done for the sake of Allah is never wasted.”May 30, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowHajj teaches submission, humility, and brotherhood“When Allah calls, we answer that call.”May 29, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowArafah renews worship and compassion“The only thing that distinguishes you from the other person is your taqwa with Allah Ta'ala.”May 27, 2026Trust Allah and embody Islam confidently“Hold on to this deen and spread it confidently and proudly.”May 23, 2026Meet hatred with faith and wise strength“The only thing that distinguishes you from the other person is your taqwa with Allah Ta'ala.”May 19, 2026The ten days can recenter your life“The believer must center himself or herself with the Taqwa of Allah.”May 16, 2026Recenter your life during Dhul Hijjah“We center our hearts with the remembrance of Allah.”May 13, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowCaring for the earth is an Islamic duty“Our second purpose of life is the cultivation and preservation of the earth.”May 12, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowSeek knowledge and help for mental health“Take the moment to think critically, to analyze, to look and see, so that you may actually come to a conclusion based on facts and understanding.”May 9, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowIslam supports open mental health care“It's a science of studying the heart, the emotions, a science of studying the mind, the intellect, a science of studying the soul, a science of studying the behavior.”May 5, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowMental health needs faith and professional careApr 25, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowCaring for the earth is worship“Our second purpose of life is the cultivation and preservation of the earth and everything on the earth.”Apr 23, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowJustice must stand above tribal loyalty“The call to truth and the call to justice.”Apr 23, 2026 · Maramy MohamathnoGratitude turns worship into an opportunity“When we accompany our acts of worship with gratitude, only then can we fully feel the impact.”Apr 23, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowPurify the self through sincere daily steps“Prosperous is the one who purifies himself, his soul.”Apr 11, 2026 · Maramy MohamathnoGratitude turns worship into an opportunity“When we accompany our acts of worship with gratitude, only then can we fully feel the impact.”Apr 4, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowStand for truth beyond group loyalty“Focus on that which is beneficial to you and seek the help of Allah.”Mar 30, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowGratitude turns Eid into compassion“The greatest form of gratitude is to show kindness to those less fortunate.”Mar 30, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowEnjoying halal blessings is gratitude“The most beloved people to Allah are those who are most beneficial to other people.”Mar 30, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowCarry Ramadan's taqwa into daily life“Say I believe in Allah and then be steadfast.”Mar 28, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowTaqwa must continue after Ramadan“The lord of Ramadan is the lord of all times and all places.”Mar 23, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowSustain worship through Ramadan's last nights“Every believer should take from the worship what they can maintain for 10 days.”Mar 21, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowIslam calls for balance in every part of life“Anyone and everyone can practice this deen.”Mar 20, 2026Gratitude brings happiness and compassion“The greatest form of gratitude is to show kindness to those less fortunate.”Mar 7, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowMake the most of Ramadan’s last ten nights“Every believer should take from the worship what they can maintain for ten days.”Mar 2, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowFasting disciplines desire and builds taqwa“It is a God-given program to purify us.”Feb 28, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowFasting trains the heart for taqwa“Taqwa is the fear of Allah.”Feb 26, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowMake Ramadan worship last beyond the month“The fasting person in the month of Ramadan should allocate some time to make du'a.”Feb 21, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowMake Ramadan a path to forgiveness“The opportunities of forgiveness and mercy in Ramadan are so abundant.”Feb 19, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowAssume good and let go of grudges“No one has the right to assume what's in a person's heart.”Feb 19, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowWelcome Ramadan with worship and repentance“Attend the masjid instead of staying home in bed.”Feb 14, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowWelcome Ramadan with worship and repentance“Every single night Allah is calling.”Feb 7, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowForgiveness can repair family relationships“There is no such thing as a perfect family.”Feb 4, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowSeek Allah’s mercy through forgiveness“It simply means I have let the past go and I would like to move forward with a clean heart.”Feb 4, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowSha'ban prepares you for Ramadan“If we truly want to take advantage of Ramadan.”Jan 25, 2026 · Maramy MohamathnoGood friends shape your faith and character“What type of fragrance am I rubbing off on somebody else?”Jan 23, 2026Use Rajab to prepare for Ramadan“The month of Rajab is a month of cultivation.”Jan 17, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowPrayer becomes a source of joy“Practice praying and mastering their prayer so that it goes from being a responsibility to being the pleasure of your lives.”Jan 10, 2026Make your life’s ending better“How we end our book is what matters.”Jan 5, 2026 · Abdullahi JaranowRaising a righteous family through worship“Just converse, eat, sit down, be present with your family.”
2025
Dec 30, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowPleasure is a means, not our purpose“Our purpose is to worship Allah.”Dec 27, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowRaising a righteous family through worship“All of you are caretakers, all of you are shepherds, and all of you will be questioned and held accountable for those under your care.”Dec 20, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowUse worldly pleasures to support worship“Do not disobey Allah to seek wealth.”Dec 20, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowProtect your faith through trials“During times of hardship and trials and tribulations, we must never put anything above our deen and our submission to Allah.”Dec 13, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowTrue faith survives doubt and hardship“Nothing of this world can take it away.”Dec 6, 2025Allah's love grows through obedience and character“Take care of your obligations to Allah.”Dec 2, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowMeet hostility with patience and character“They must reflect the values that they claim.”Nov 29, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowMeet hostility with patience and good character“Be a good example and if you cannot at least do not be a bad example.”Nov 25, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowMeet hatred with patience and compassion“Our kind treatment can open their hearts to Islam.”Nov 25, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowPain is a test with hidden good“Whatever it is, just say Inshallah it's khair.”Nov 22, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowHardship is not proof Allah has abandoned you“For the believer the hardships are blessings in disguise.”Nov 22, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowRespond to hate with patience and character“Our kind treatment can open their hearts to Islam and our harsh treatment can completely discourage them from Islam.”Nov 15, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowHardship can bring you closer to Allah“Your Rabb will reinstate for you whatever you have lost.”Oct 31, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowMeet hardship with patience and hope“We don't complain about Allah; we complain to Allah.”Oct 25, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowPatience in hardship begins with faith“Call on Allah every day after every prayer.”Oct 21, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowThe cave teaches us to protect our faith“The purpose of this story is to show humankind the importance of preserving iman in Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala.”Oct 18, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowPreserve your faith through every trial“The purpose of this story is to show humankind the importance of preserving iman in Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala.”Oct 15, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowIslam calls us to justice and service“All of you are caretakers and all of you will be questioned about those in their care.”Oct 11, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowMuslims must serve society with justice“Every one of you is a caretaker.”Oct 5, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowIslam calls Muslims to civic action“The deen, the message of Rasulullah sallallahu alayhi wa sallam, is timeless.”Oct 4, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowBuild family ties through shared worship“If we just practice Islam, if we just adhere to Islam, we will find a lot of these issues go away.”Oct 4, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowMuslims must engage in civic life“Things are happening and laws are being passed by and our community idly sits by, not even aware of what's going on and what's happening.”Sep 27, 2025Shared faith can heal social isolation“Artificial relationships cannot replace the interaction between a human being and another human being.”Sep 20, 2025Parents shape children through loving guidance“The most important factor is the relationship of the parent with the child.”Sep 13, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowThe best character brings us closerSep 9, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowFollow the Prophet through compassion“The more a person is compassionate the more compassion they will receive from ar-rahman.”Aug 31, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowThe Prophet’s life can renew our faith“We need to return to the base of our Deen.”Aug 30, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowRenew your faith by loving the Prophet“Learning about the Prophet sallallahu alayhi wa sallam isn't just something educational that you learn one time.”Aug 26, 2025Follow the Prophet by benefiting othersAug 21, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowDua brings relief and should become daily“Dua, dear brothers and sisters, is a relief and a remedy for the heart.”Aug 16, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowDua brings relief and heals the heart“Dua, dear brothers and sisters, is a relief and a remedy for the heart.”Aug 12, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowCentering on Allah eases worry and panic“The remedy for the issues in the society isn't by just making systemic changes.”Aug 9, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowCenter the heart on Allah to find peace“When a person is self-centered, all they do is focus on their self and their problems.”Aug 5, 2025 · Abdullahi JaranowMercy demands action against oppression“We must be aware of what is happening to our brothers and sisters.”Aug 2, 2025Stand with Gaza without despair“Resist with your words and resist with your heart.”