Amylia At Usrah

This essay was made as a reflection from the video named “Don’t live an empty life” by Nouman Ali Khan.   The presenter in the video started his khutbah by mentioning about do not walk on the earth with pride and arrogance. This phrase has given an idea about what the khutbah is all about. Do not live an empty life means not be arrogant in life. Some people had this thought that if they have the money, power and ability means that they can do everything in the world as they please. The people who hold to this idea were considered an impulsive person. An impulsive person means to do something without careful thought. It also gives meaning to people who do not have a purpose in life. We must use all our blessings in the right ways. That also means to be the people who give benefits to others. The idea somehow is being reflected in the life that we are currently live right now. Living in the current pandemic has been challenging for some people. As people who are not badly aff...

This essay was made to reflect the khutbah video namely “How Duaa Works” by Nouman Ali Khan. The khutbah was inspired by the story of Maryam who has been bestowed with a child while she is still a virgin. No matter how much she make duaa to Allah, this could not prevent anything to happen because Allah has said so. Maryam prayed for her death since she does not want to bear the humiliation from the community. Little did she know that the test Allah has put on her is the greatest blessing from Allah. The children that she carried are an honor to her. This inspiring story has taught me that sometimes the things that we do not like are the best for us. It is because we never know the wisdom behind every test until we face it. What I can conclude from the video is every human being makes dua. No matter how high the status of someone, they still make duaa and pray to the Al-Mighty Allah. By making duaa, we are hoping Allah will solve our problems. Either your duaa being answered immedi...