Allah says in the Qur’an: “If you are grateful, I will surely increase you [in favor]” (Qur’an 14:7). Gratitude is not just a feeling; it is an action of the heart, tongue, and limbs. We thank Allah with our hearts by recognizing His blessings, with our tongues by saying Alhamdulillah , and with our limbs by using His gifts in obedience.
Gratitude also means using our blessings to help others. If Allah gave you wealth, give charity. If He gave you knowledge, teach. If He gave you strength, help the weak. If He gave you a tongue, speak the truth and defend the oppressed.
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: “Two blessings which many people squander: health and free time” (Bukhari). So do not wait until you lose something to appreciate it. Say Alhamdulillah now — for everything. short jummah khutbah
All praise is for Allah. We praise Him, seek His help, and ask for His forgiveness. We seek refuge in Allah from the evil within ourselves and our bad deeds. Whoever Allah guides, no one can misguide; and whoever He allows to go astray, no one can guide. I bear witness that there is no god but Allah, alone without partner, and I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and messenger.
My dear brothers and sisters in Islam,
All praise is for Allah in every condition, and may Allah’s peace and blessings be upon Muhammad, his family, and companions.
Aqeemus salah — establish the prayer. Total reading time: Approximately 4–5 minutes. Note: In a real Jummah setting, the khateeb should recite a short Qur’anic verse or dua aloud after the first khutbah before sitting, and then lead the two rak’ahs of Jummah prayer. Allah says in the Qur’an: “If you are
Let us begin by reminding ourselves to have taqwa — consciousness of Allah. Today, I want to reflect with you on two short but powerful words: Alhamdulillah (All praise is for Allah).