Khutbah Jumat #97: 2 NIKMAT INI SERING KITA ABAIKAN !!! | Prof. Dr. Drs. H. Makhrus, S.H., M.Hum.

Summary

In this powerful sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of gratitude for the blessings of health, security, and sustenance, which many often take for granted. Citing sayings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), the sermon reminds the congregation of two valuable gifts often overlooked: good health and the opportunity to enjoy life. The speaker urges listeners to appreciate these blessings, use their time wisely, and be mindful of the fleeting nature of life. A call to action is made to practice gratitude, strengthen faith, and make the most of every moment while it lasts.

Takeaways

• 😀 The importance of increasing faith (Iman) and piety (Taqwa) towards Allah is emphasized, by fulfilling His commands and avoiding prohibitions.
• 😀 Gratitude towards Allah for the blessings of faith, health, and the opportunity to perform acts of worship like Jumu'ah prayers is encouraged.
• 😀 Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) reminded Muslims about two valuable blessings: health and opportunities, which are often neglected until they are lost.
• 😀 Health and time are precious gifts, and many people take them for granted, only realizing their importance when they are no longer available.
• 😀 The hadith shared in the script highlights the significance of being thankful for having health, safety, and sustenance on any given day.
• 😀 The script illustrates how feeling content with health, safety, and sustenance in life is akin to having the whole world and everything in it.
• 😀 A story is shared to highlight the value of one's health, where a student complains of being poor despite worshiping Allah, but learns to appreciate the invaluable blessings of health and organs.
• 😀 The script encourages gratitude for organs like sight and hearing, emphasizing that their worth cannot be measured in worldly wealth.
• 😀 Allah created humans with the ability to hear, see, and feel, and we must be grateful for these gifts, as mentioned in Surah An-Nahl.
• 😀 The message concludes with a reminder to make the best use of five important things before they are taken away: youth, health, wealth, free time, and life itself.

Q & A

What are the two major blessings mentioned in the script that people often neglect?

The two major blessings mentioned are health and opportunity. These blessings are often overlooked, and people may regret not appreciating them in the future.

What does the hadith mentioned in the script say about someone who has good health, security, and food for the day?

According to the hadith, someone who has good health, security, and food for the day is as if they have attained the whole world and everything in it.

Why does the script emphasize the importance of gratitude for health and other blessings?

The script highlights that people often take health and other blessings for granted. Gratitude is essential to appreciate Allah's gifts and avoid regret later in life.

How does the script explain the concept of being grateful for bodily organs?

The script uses an example of a person who complains about being poor despite following religious practices. The teacher advises him to be grateful for his organs, which are priceless and should not be traded for any amount of money.

What does the script say about the process of human creation according to the Quran?

The Quran mentions that humans were created by Allah from the wombs of their mothers in a state of ignorance, with no ability to see, hear, or understand. Allah then granted them senses and understanding to be grateful for His gifts.

What does the script suggest regarding the use of opportunities in life?

The script advises making the most of five things before the arrival of five others: health before illness, wealth before poverty, youth before old age, free time before being busy, and life before death.

How does the script connect the concept of being mindful of blessings to the idea of faith?

The script connects gratitude for blessings with faith by emphasizing that true faith involves not only worship but also appreciating Allah's gifts, including health, security, and sustenance.

What is the significance of the prayer at the end of the script?

The prayer seeks Allah's guidance to help the believers recognize the truth, stay away from falsehood, and continue to be grateful for His blessings, along with a request for blessings upon the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

What lesson does the story of the poor student in the script teach?

The story teaches the importance of appreciating the priceless blessings we have, such as our senses and health, rather than focusing on material wealth, which pales in comparison to the gifts Allah has provided.

How does the script encourage the audience to use their time and resources wisely?

The script encourages the audience to seize the opportunities of good health, youth, and wealth while they last, as these blessings are temporary and can change at any moment.