TLDR;
This video discusses the importance of remembering Allah and helping others, emphasizing that Allah prepares everything for us. It highlights that Allah responds to those who turn to Him, helps those who help others, and provides for those who trust in Him. The lecture encourages listeners to focus on fulfilling their religious obligations, engaging in sunnah practices, and studying the stories of prophets to become guided and chosen individuals.
- Remembering Allah leads to Allah remembering you.
- Helping others is a way of helping Allah.
- Istiqomah (consistency) in worship brings blessings.
- Trusting in Allah and following His guidance leads to success.
- Studying the stories of prophets provides valuable lessons.
Allah's Invitation [0:00]
Allah invites people to come closer to Him, promising to come closer in return. Helping others, such as providing for the needy or assisting those without partners, is considered helping Allah. By helping Allah's servants, Allah will, in turn, provide for you. The speaker emphasizes that land and resources are from Allah, and gratitude should be shown by using these resources to benefit others, such as feeding orphans.
Remembering Allah [2:44]
The speaker stresses the importance of remembering Allah throughout the day through practices like sholawat, istighfar, and tasbih. Remembering Allah in the morning leads to Allah remembering you during the day, and remembering Allah at night leads to Allah remembering you in the morning. This continuous remembrance protects from unseen dangers and events.
Turning to Allah [3:43]
The lecture emphasizes not turning away from Allah, who provides sustenance and guidance. People often prioritize worldly interviews and appearances over turning to Allah, even though Allah is the one who ultimately provides. Coming to Allah brings refreshment and happiness. The speaker prays for those who remain steadfast in their faith, even in humble positions, to rise to prominence.
Giving to Allah [6:31]
The speaker encourages giving to Allah by offering vacant land or other resources. He shares a personal experience of needing money and receiving 40 billion through Allah's permission. Additional blessings and enjoyable experiences come through consistent sunnah practices. Allah provides the obligatory necessities, but extra blessings come to those who engage in sunnah worship.
Following Allah's SOP [8:50]
The speaker advises following Allah's "Standard Operating Procedure" (SOP) by seeking Allah in all matters. He shares stories of individuals who prioritized prayer and faith over worldly concerns, leading to unexpected blessings and success. Even when faced with important interviews or appointments, prioritizing prayer demonstrates trust in Allah and leads to favorable outcomes.
Trusting Allah's Plan [11:38]
The speaker shares a story of a young man who prioritized Dhuhr prayer over a job interview and was ultimately rewarded with a high position in the company. This illustrates that those who believe in Allah and prioritize Him will not lose. The story emphasizes the importance of trusting Allah's plan and not being disbelieving.
Meeting in Medina [17:45]
The speaker recounts meeting a young man in Medina who had consistently sent sholawatin, trusting that Allah would arrange a meeting. Despite not knowing the speaker's schedule or location, the man was certain of Allah's plan. This story highlights the power of faith and istiqomah in worship.
Allah Prepares Everything [19:41]
The speaker emphasizes that Allah prepares everything for those who turn to Him. He shares stories of people who experienced rapid success and blessings because they were pulled up by Allah. Asking Allah directly for needs, such as buying a house, leads to provision. The key is to focus on prayer and following Allah's guidance.
Knowing the Essentials [21:01]
The speaker advises that one doesn't need to know much to live comfortably, as long as they know the prayer schedule, perform Witr and Dhuha prayers, and give charity. Having the Quran in one's house and on one's cellphone, and opening and reading it, is essential. Knowing that Allah is All-Seeing is enough to keep one on the right path.
Istiqomah and High Fives [22:17]
The speaker shares a story of a congregation member who, despite initial struggles, maintained istiqomah in prayer with his wife. This consistency led to significant positive changes in their lives. The speaker emphasizes the importance of giving to Allah, even when one has no savings, as the path to Allah is extraordinary.
Believing in Allah's Power [23:58]
The speaker encourages believers to have faith that Allah can heal, elevate, and help them achieve their goals. He emphasizes that Allah is Almighty and can fulfill any need. Seeking help from Allah through patience and prayer is essential. The speaker shares a personal story of making efforts on land in Sentul, bringing guests and sheikhs to pray, and eventually seeing the concept of LRT City emerge after nine years of perseverance.
Calling on Allah [26:07]
The speaker advises calling on Allah for all matters, even seemingly small ones like house renovations. Praying sincerely, reading the Quran, and giving charity are ways to seek Allah's help. This approach applies generally to any situation.
Mansyur City [27:23]
The speaker shares a story of a village head who bought land and named it Mansyur City. He also recounts how he helped the village head get re-elected by emphasizing belief in Allah over spending money. The speaker shares another story of someone wanting to rent his garage to build a mini cafe, illustrating how Allah provides in unexpected ways.
Learning from the Prophets [31:40]
The speaker encourages studying the stories of the prophets, particularly from the Maryam letter in the Quran. He suggests replacing the names of the prophets with one's own name while reading the verses, to internalize the lessons and aspire to be like them. Key verses to study include 2, 16, 41, 51, and 58.
Becoming Al-Muhtadin and Al-Mujtaba [38:02]
The speaker emphasizes the importance of becoming part of the group mentioned in verse 58, those who are guided and chosen by Allah (Al-Muhtadin and Al-Mujtaba). He encourages studying the Maryam letter and emulating the qualities of prophets like Zakaria, Maryam, Ibrahim, Musa, Ismail, and Idris.
Closing Prayer [41:00]
The speaker concludes by praying for Mr. Suranto and his chip business, asking Allah to make him a successful entrepreneur. He emphasizes the power of prayer and the importance of only offering good prayers for others. The speaker encourages listeners to walk closer to Allah and to not only hear but also act upon the teachings, so that they may be remembered like the stories of people in the sermons.