His Forgiveness is Unmatched
Learn the meaning of Al Ghaffar
Jumuah Mubarak to our dear brothers and sisters.
On this blessed Jumu'ah, let our hearts be softened by the beauty of Al-Ghaffar, the One whose forgiveness knows no end. Ustadh Meurad reminds us that Allahs mercy is vast, so boundless that it encompasses every fault, every slip, every misstepno matter how often we stumble. As long as life breathes within us and we turn to Him with sincere hearts, Allahs forgivenesswill embrace us, again and again.
The reality is that as humans we were not perfect - we will falter and stray. There are times when our sins feel heavy and whispers of despair creep in, telling us we are beyond return. These are Shaytans whispers and tricks that bind us with hopelessness, insisting were unworthy of Allah's mercy.
But, Allah is accepting of our nature. Al Ghaffarthe One who forgives His slaves time and time againreminds us that nothing is beyond His mercy except for associating others with Him (shirk). For every other sin, no matter how vast or deep, His forgiveness is near, ready to cover, cleanse, and renew us. As Ustadh Meurad reminds us, "His forgiveness is unmatched".
His name, Al Ghaffar, is a direct invitation to us to sincerely seek His forgiveness. His mercy patiently awaits our return, no matter how far we feel weve drifted. In repentance, we find the strength to rise above our mistakes transforminginto a better servant of Allah.
Watch this video to empower and remind ourselves of who our Creator is - the One who forgives His slaves time and time again.
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A Deed worth 700x
The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said,
Whoever donates charity in the way of Allah, it will be multiplied up to seven hundred times in hisrecord.
Tirmidhi 1625
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Jumuah Khutbah
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Imam Kemal will unfortunately not be leading a khutbah (sermon) today, but you are more than welcome to tune into the imam replacing him with the link below.
Please be advised that this Zoom meeting is being hosted by Fairfield University. Consequently, there might be unforeseen technical difficulties or schedule changes that, regrettably, M.E.C.C.A. cannotaddress.
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