From UICA's minbar
Khutbahs at United Islamic Center of Arizona
22 khutbahs the masjid posted, newest first.
2026
Oct 10, 2026Leadership begins with sincere self-purification“If the words came from the heart, then they will reach the hearts.”Oct 10, 2026Every role is a trust from Allah“If the words came from the heart, then they will reach the hearts.”Aug 27, 2026The Prophet’s character guides how Muslims liveAug 22, 2026Good character grows through repeated actions“Modernity is a secular realm in which man replaces God as the center of existence.”Aug 1, 2026A blessed marriage needs shared worship“It's an appointment with Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala.”Jul 18, 2026A blessed marriage needs right intention“Niyah takes sitting alone, quietly, in silence, and having a conversation with yourself and with Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala.”Jun 27, 2026Muharram invites fasting and deeper worship“The best fasting after the month of Ramadan is the sacred month of Allah Muharram.”Jun 20, 2026Enjoy sports without neglecting your faith“Don't sacrifice your obligatory prayers and deeds to do something that is permissible.”Jun 13, 2026Worship must shape your whole life“I'm breathing for the sake of Allah.”May 30, 2026Prayer shapes every part of life“The prayer is a pillar of a deen, our religion.”May 2, 2026Marriage requires rights, patience, and safe homes“The anger is in your control and you put it in your pocket.”Feb 23, 2026Use Ramadan to transform your character“Ramadan is the perfect time for making amends.”Feb 13, 2026Sha'ban prepares the heart for Ramadan“Among the most beloved deeds to Allah Almighty in this month are reciting the Qur'an, fasting, sincere repentance, seeking forgiveness, and giving charity.”Jan 23, 2026Honor the Prophet by reviving his Sunnah“With such an honor comes tremendous amount of responsibility to follow the legacy.”Jan 4, 2026Prepare for death by living accountable“The shrewd, the wise and the smart person is the one who accuses or humbles himself and prepares for that which is after death.”
2025
Oct 27, 2025Allah protects those who follow prophetic practice“The only wali is Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala.”Oct 18, 2025Islamic knowledge should shape worship and family life“We need to go back and open the Quran, open the seerah and the teachings of Rasulullah sallallahu alayhi wa sallam.”Oct 4, 2025Weekly worship prepares us for judgment“It is to engage in worship with presence and to demonstrate genuine care for our community and its well-being.”Sep 23, 2025Seek knowledge to protect your faith“Read one verse and just digest the meaning.”Sep 5, 2025Build a lasting legacy through charity“Beyond masajid we are in need of Islamic seminaries.”Sep 5, 2025Community renewal starts with personal change“We need to become humble and sit down with humility.”Apr 1, 2025Eid should renew Ramadan habits and justice“Let us carry the spirit of Ramadan with us, remain connected to our masjid, and work toward the betterment of our community.”