From OCIF's minbar
Khutbahs at Orange County Islamic Foundation
38 khutbahs the masjid posted, from 5 speakers, newest first.
2026
Oct 30, 2026 · Tarik AtaAnswer bigotry with prophetic dignity“We don't need to see ourselves in conflict with other people in order to be proud of our heritage and of our history.”Oct 24, 2026 · Tarik AtaGood character gives a community its value“Islam is a religion that helps people excel at treating others well.”Oct 10, 2026Protect Muslim reputations from gossip“If we do not protect our reputations for each other, brothers and sisters, how can we expect other people to respect the lives and the property of Muslims?”Oct 3, 2026 · Tarik AtaIslam should guide us through confusing times“Islam isn't judged by our standards of today; Islam is the judge.”Sep 26, 2026 · Tarik AtaRepent privately instead of exposing past sins“We are not defined by what we have done in our past but rather how we react to our past sins.”Sep 19, 2026 · Ahmad SobohTaqwa brings relief and provision“Taqwa, literally, to understand it, it is to try your best to always be mindful of God.”Sep 11, 2026 · Tarik AtaBuild relationships and serve everyone“We shouldn't wait for people to come to us.”Aug 28, 2026 · Tarik AtaMuslims should bring value to others“We are to be people who uplift those around us.”Aug 22, 2026 · Tarik AtaGuiding one person matters more than wealth“If Allah were to bring someone closer to Islam or to Islam through you, that is better than having a Bentley.”Aug 15, 2026 · Tarik AtaAllah’s guidance restores human dignity“Islam is not a religion here to suppress desires.”Aug 1, 2026 · Tarik AtaGambling exploits vulnerability and harms families“When somebody falls into gambling addiction, it's not just them who suffers and struggles.”Jul 25, 2026 · Tarik AtaAccountability before Allah leads to a good life“Allah will ask each and every one of us, what have you put forward for this day?”Jul 18, 2026 · Tabari ZahirNo one is beyond hope after sin“Everyone has a chance with Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala until they breathe their last breath.”Jul 4, 2026 · Tarik AtaMuslims should put duties before rights“We define ourselves by our duties before we define ourselves by our rights.”Jun 13, 2026 · Tarik AtaHaya protects Muslim dignity“It is part of iman that when we interact with the opposite gender, we don't leave our eyes loosely to look at anything and everything.”Jun 13, 2026 · Tarik AtaModesty should guide our words and actions“Interacting with the opposite gender needs to be done publicly with purpose and professionally.”Jun 6, 2026 · Tarik AtaTrust Allah and keep serving through stress“Relieve your stress, manage your stress by making dua.”May 16, 2026 · Hussam AyloushMuslim weakness begins with loving comfort“Please join our organizations that exist to build our political power.”May 8, 2026 · Tarik AtaHope and action can carry us through disappointment“Either He will facilitate exactly what you are looking for, or He will give you something better; either way, you are in a win-win situation.”May 2, 2026 · Tarik AtaHold to ethics through betrayal and upheaval“What is completely unacceptable to the Muslim is to lose their ethics, their morals, and their principles for whatever reason.”Apr 25, 2026 · Tarik AtaSmall acts of service build community“Everyone can dedicate an hour a month to serve someone else.”Apr 11, 2026 · Tarik AtaBuild strong communities and engage in civic life“We want strong individuals, but we also want a strong community.”Apr 4, 2026 · Tarik AtaSuccess means submitting to Allah“When it comes to worship, the essence is submission.”Mar 28, 2026 · Tarik TakkeshKeep Ramadan's worship alive after Ramadan“If you forget Him, the only one at a loss is you, and if you remember Him, then you will be the one who is benefiting.”Mar 14, 2026 · Tarik AtaUnity and patience strengthen the Muslim community“Muslims lose when we don't know how to work together.”Feb 21, 2026Remember the afterlife to live with purpose“Embrace the day of judgment, my dear brothers and sisters.”Feb 14, 2026Mercy should lead family life“Your home does not need perfection; it needs mercy leading the way.”Feb 7, 2026 · Tarik AtaRamadan renews faith in unstable times“Allah SWT shows His support for us.”Jan 31, 2026 · Tarik AtaSpend Ramadan on deeds that last“What we're able to take with us from this life to the afterlife is the only thing that really matters.”Jan 24, 2026 · Tarik AtaMusa defended the oppressed, not supremacy“When he entered into an agreement, he fulfilled that agreement.”Jan 10, 2026 · Tarik AtaKeep serving through times of instability“True success for the believers comes through their obedience to Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala.”Jan 3, 2026 · Tarik AtaIslamic worth comes from serving others“The value of an individual has nothing to do with likes and shares, has nothing to do with subscribers, or how much money is in their bank account.”
2025
Dec 27, 2025 · Tarik AtaModel mercy before demanding perfect character“Rahmah comes by engaging the child or the fellow human being based on where they are and not expecting them to be perfect from the very start.”Dec 20, 2025 · Tarik AtaAnswer Islamophobia with patience and service“We will show our community that when people attack us, our response is not to forget those who could use our help.”Dec 6, 2025 · Tarik AtaHealthy relationships need patience and respect“The Prophet alayhi salatu wasalam showed his respect to his wives by letting them speak and listening to them without getting upset.”Nov 29, 2025 · Tarik AtaParents must guide children with empathy“There's nothing to gain from comparing our children to others.”Nov 8, 2025 · Tarik AtaMuslims should live their faith confidently“Don't shy away from the difficult conversations, but rather develop the skills of promoting your faith in a way that shows that you are confident.”Sep 6, 2025 · Tarik AtaFollow leaders with truth and accountability“If I do a bad job, then straighten me up.”