Episodes
Published 04/08/24
Why do I face hardships? What am I supposed to get out of the test Allah has given me? Is it too late for me to turn back to Allah? Join Ustadha Fatima Lette with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 20 of the Qur'an, discussing the purpose of trials (and life) and what makes it all worth it in the end, how to get closer to God as a result of them, the importance of gratitude in navigating life, the hope that Allah gives us, and what to focus on in the last...
Published 03/29/24
Do I have anything to do with the poverty around me? How can I rely on Allah and keep striving, even when all seems hopeless? Why did Allah give power to tyrants? Join Ustadha Youssra Kandil with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 19 of the Qur’an, discussing the qualities and lessons that can be learned from the stories of Musa (AS) and Pharaoh, and that of Sulayman (AS) and the ants, including being sincere in your help towards others, humbling yourself...
Published 03/28/24
How can Allah put righteous people through such painful trials? How do I deal with losing a loved one? How does grief change a person and those around them? What can I do to build trust in Allah’s timing and qadar? Join Ustadha Lobna Mulla with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 18 of the Qur’an, discussing the beautiful characteristics of the prophets, worshipping false gods and material things, trusting Allah and His Wisdom, and finding strength in Him in...
Published 03/27/24
How can I have patience in difficult times? How do I hold myself accountable (do muhasabah)? How can I find comfort in God in even the most difficult of circumstances? Join Sh. AbdulNasir Jangda with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 17 of the Qur’an, discussing servitude to Allah, the story of Ibrahim (AS) when he was cast into the fire and the miracles of Allah, how to exercise self-accountability (muhasabah), and discussing the true meaning of...
Published 03/26/24
What's the most important thing to do when you want to come back to Allah? How do you deal with the unknown? How do you stop yourself from being held hostage by grief? Why don't you know your decree? Join Sh. Yaser Birjas with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 16 of the Qur'an, discussing the story of Musa (as), how everything in life ties into the examples in the story of Khidr in Surah Kahf, the difference between qada and qadar, the power to change, the...
Published 03/25/24
How does God execute His decrees? Is extravagance haram, even if I can afford it? What’s the best investment I can make in this life and the next? Join Mufti Abdul Rahman Waheed with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro to reflect on Juz 15 of the Qur’an, focusing on accepting God’s Will, how qadar manifests itself, frivolous spending, and doing good deeds. Download our FREE eBook: “Qur’an 30 for 30: Thematic Tafsir” here: https://yqn.io/6853a9 
Published 03/24/24
How can a Merciful God punish us? What does it mean to do something solely for the sake of Allah? How can appreciating beauty increase my iman? Join Sh. Ammar AlShukry with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 14 of the Qur’an, discussing God’s mercy, sincerity in actions, and the beauty of His creation. Download our FREE eBook: “Qur’an 30 for 30: Thematic Tafsir” here: https://yqn.io/6853a9 
Published 03/23/24
Why is gratitude an important characteristic to have? What does God say about forgiving others? How do I deal with betrayal? Join Sh. Ahmed Billoo with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 13 of the Qur’an, discussing the virtuous characteristics of Prophet Yusuf (AS), including the power of gratitude, forgiving others, how to deal with betrayal, and the importance of family ties and maintaining sibling relationships. Download our FREE eBook: “Qur’an 30 for...
Published 03/22/24
How do I cope with hardship? How do I stop being miserable? If my rizq is already written, does that mean I can sit back and let it come to me? How do I trust God? Why should I? How does all of this tie to predestination? And tawhid? Tawakkul? Join Dr. Shadee Elmasry with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 12 of the Qur’an, discussing the stories of Yusuf (as) and Musa (as), being hopeful and grateful during hardships, how to utilize God’s provisions, the...
Published 03/21/24
If I’m rewarded for just wanting to do a good deed, what if I sin, and I deeply regret it? What does it mean to sacrifice comfort? What are the things that weigh you down and are keeping you from Allah? Join Sh. Suleiman Hani and hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 11 of the Qur’an, discussing the context of the believers in Surah at-Tawbah, keeping the afterlife in mind, trusting in God, and embracing positive discomfort. Download our FREE eBook: “Qur’an 30...
Published 03/20/24
Why is it so easy for some people to respond to the call of Allah but not others? How can a Merciful God punish people? Everyone wants to be happy, but how can you actually find that happiness and contentment?  Join Dr. Hassan Elwan with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 10 of the Qur'an, extracting beautiful gems on hope and fear of God, what it means to have tawakkul, the motivation to do the right things, predestination, and where contentment truly...
Published 03/19/24
We know that faith and taqwa (God consciousness) benefit us in the hereafter, but how do they benefit us in this world? How can mindfulness increase our obedience to Allah? When we feel so crushed by our enemies, how can we achieve psychological victory to give us resolve to keep fighting? Join Dr. Osman Umarji with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 9 of the Qur'an, discussing our covenant with God, mindfulness as a means to uncover the truth, and the...
Published 03/18/24
Why are some people saved while others aren't? What does divine guidance truly mean? Why is contentment and clarity important for da'wah? Join Ustadha Zaynab Ansari with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 8 of the Qur'an, focusing on Surah al-An'am verses 111, 144, and 153. In this session, they discuss concerns about predestination, salvation, what guidance feels like, and finding peace in the fact that God is All-Knowing. Download our FREE eBook: “Qur’an...
Published 03/18/24
Why is Allah testing me with something so difficult? How can the knowledge of good and evil help me ponder my own life? How do I deal with mockery of Allah and Islam? How can I submit to God when I don't have all the answers? Join Mufti Hussain Kamani with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Abdullah Oduro as they reflect on Juz 7 of the Qur'an, discussing the divine wisdom of Allah's tests and blessings, understanding good and evil, how to deal with mockery of Allah and religion, as well as...
Published 03/17/24