Friday Sermon: Imam Abubakar Ra'is Speaks on importance of gratitude in our lives, and the importance of Friday prayers

Friday Sermon: Imam Abubakar Ra'is Speaks on importance of gratitude in our lives, and the importance of Friday prayers

BY COMRADE MUSA MOHAMMED 


The Friday prayer acts as a weekly reset, allowing believers to pause, reflect, and realign their lives with their faith. By prioritizing Jumu'ah, Muslims cultivate a habit of regular worship, reinforcing their connection to Allah and their commitment to their community. 
Also, Friday Prayer, known as Salatul Jumu’ah, holds special place in hearts of Muslims around world. It’s not just a weekly congregational prayer; it’s a time of spiritual rejuvenation, communal bonding, and reflection on faith.

The Chief Imam of Binn Muhammad Masjid, Imam Abubakar Ra'is in his Friday sermon speak about the importance of gratitude in our lives, and the importance of Friday prayers.
Imam Ra'is started by praising the Almighty Allah as follows.

"All praise is due to Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful." 
"May peace and blessings of Allah be upon our beloved Prophet Muhammad, his family, and all those who follow his guidance." 

"Brothers and sisters, today I would like to speak about the importance of gratitude in our lives." 
"Allah has bestowed upon us countless blessings, both material and spiritual." 
"We should always remember to express our gratitude to Him for these blessings." 
"Gratitude is not just about saying 'thank you,' it's about recognizing the source of our blessings and living in a way that reflects our appreciation."


"Friday  is among best days. For this reason, Allah particularly guided this Nation to it and sanctioned their gathering to be on this day. Friday prayer is like a jewel gleaming midst fabric— a day that resonates with unique spiritual aura, beckoning believers to gather in congregation and bow before Almighty"!


“O you who have believed, when [adhan] is called for prayer on day of Jumu’ah [Friday], then proceed to remembrance of Allah and leave trade. That is better for you, if you only knew” (Surah Al-Jumu’ah, 62:9)

This verse highlights the importance of prioritizing Friday prayer over worldly pursuits, emphasizing centrality in the life of a believer. It serves as a platform for Muslims to come together, reaffirming faith, and strengthening bonds of brotherhood. In the words of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), he said:

“Whoever performs the prayer like this [i.e., Friday prayer] will have his sins expiated for him between two Fridays, as long as he doesn’t commit any major sin” (Sahih Muslim)

This hadith highlights great blessings associated with attending Friday prayer, as it serves as a means of purification and redemption for believers. Its position as a congregational obligation emphasizes centrality in the life of a believer.

Understanding specific times for performing Friday prayer is paramount for devout Muslims, as it ensures observance following Islamic teachings. Friday prayer is performed in place of regular Dhuhr (noon) prayer. This means that Friday prayer begins shortly after sun reaches zenith, typically around midday. This is opinion of majority of scholars.

However, it is permissible to perform that prayer just before sun passes meridian in case there is need for that, like in extremely hot weather and there is no shadow to take shelter in, or when people want to set out for Jihad before or around meridian time. Evidence of the two practices.

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