MCCGP Podcast

Friday January 13, 2023 Jumadi al-Thani 20, 1444   Allah informs us that certain things ruin our good deeds and spoil them. What actions ruin our good deeds and how do we preserve them from spoilage?

Friday December 23, 2022 Jumadi al-Ula 28, 1444   As we prepare to enjoy our winter break as others celebrate Christmas, we reflect on the real message and virtue of Prophet Jesus son of Mary and the close connection he has with the Umma of the Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace) toward the end of time.

Sunday December 18, 2022 Jumadi al-Ula 23, 1444   This episode continues the discussion on the battle of Badr and explores the clash between the Muslim troops and the idol-worshippers, those who were slain, and the fleeing of Iblis.

Wednesday December 14, 2022 Jumadi al-Ula 19, 1444   The story of Sayyidina Musa and Khidr (Peace be upon them) - Part II. The description of Khidr

Friday December 16, 2022 Jumadi al-Ula 21, 1444   This episode is the conclusion of Module 7 and looks at the rights of children and the rights of relatives, examining the meaning of 'Sila al-Rahim' and the parameters of 'maintaining family ties.   Checkout the webpage for the course: http://mccgp.org/fard-ayn-certificate-course.html   The slides and notes for this class are available at: https://...

Friday December 16, 2022 Jumadi al-Ula 21, 1444   Discourse about mental health is increasingly common among Muslims, and many seek to back project modern mental health terms to the time of the Prophet and his Companions.   This Khutba reflects on the hadith of Hind b. Abi Hala who said, 'The Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) was in a continual state of worry...' and looks at its proper...

Sunday December 11, 2022 Jumadi al-Ula 16, 1444   This episode discusses the beginning of the battle of Badr, the first fatality, the one-on-one duels between the Muslims and the pagans, the meeting of the two sides in battle, and the angelic forces that came to help the believers.

Friday December 9, 2022 Jumadi al-Ula 14, 1444   This episode is the first of Module 7.3 on Filial Piety or Birr al-Walidayn. It covers the rights of parents and the types of sins that count as 'Uquq, or 'disrespect of parents.'   Checkout the webpage for the course: http://mccgp.org/fard-ayn-certificate-course.html   The slides and notes for this class are available at: https://bit.ly/3FgA3pF   W...

Friday December 9, 2022 Jumadi al-Ula 14, 1444   Going to Extremes: The Reality, Dangers, and Form of Israf (Excessiveness).

Wednesday December 7, 2022 Jumadi al-Ula 12, 1444 1.   What's the ruling on mortgages, and what about the so-called Islamic alternatives?   2. Can we give non-Halal food to non-Muslims?   3. If the Salat Ibrahimiyya said in prayer is the best 'salat' we can send, what about all of the salawat/durud that are transmitted by others?   Questions are submitted anonymously. If you wish to submit one, pl...

Sunday December 4, 2022 Jumadi al-Ula 9, 1444   This episode discusses the final preparations for the battle of Badr, the Prophet's night awake while the Muslims slept soundly on the eve of battle, the miraculous rainfall, and the final troop inspection before the battle began in earnest.

Friday December 2, 2022 Jumadi al-Ula 7, 1444   Moving on to Module 7.2 of the course, this episode covers the Islamic laws pertaining to marital conflict resolution, divorce, and the waiting period ('idda) for women.   Checkout the webpage for the course: http://mccgp.org/fard-ayn-certificate-course.html   The slides and notes for this class are available at: https://bit.ly/3VLfojY   Watch this e...

Friday December 2, 2022 Jumadi al-Ula 7, 1444   US holiday spending last year was 135 billion dollars. One in ten unwanted gifts will go to the landfill, and only one percent of the goods given on Christmas are even used one month later.   It's easy for us as Muslims to read these sobering statistics and get a sense of moral superiority, but that is not the correct attitude or approach we should t...

Wednesday November 23, 2022 Rabi' ath-Thani 28, 1444   The story of Sayyidina Musa and Khidr (Peace be upon them) - Part I

Wednesday November 9, 2022 Rabi' ath-Thani 14, 1444   Tafsir of Verses 51 - 59: State of Mushrikoon (idol worshippers) & warnings against them. Convincing power of the Quran for those who are open to guidance.

Sunday November 27, 2022 Jumadi al-Ula 2, 1444   This episode continues the discussion on the lead up to Badr, exploring what was taking place in Mecca, how Quraysh made their way north, what happened to Abu Sufyan, and the Prophet's Shura with Companions.

Friday November 25, 2022 Rabi' ath-Thani 30, 1444   This episode is the final session of Module 7.1 on the law of marriage. It discusses the rights and responsibilities of a husband and wife.   Checkout the webpage for the course: http://mccgp.org/fard-ayn-certificate-course.html   The slides and notes for this class are available at: https://bit.ly/3EBpblZ   Watch this episode on YouTube: https:/...

Friday November 25, 2022 Rabi' ath-Thani 30, 1444   The day after Thanksgiving we reflect on the essence of gratitude, its benefits and what blocks us from it and makes us ungrateful.

Friday November 18, 2022 Rabi 'ath-Thani 23, 1444   This episode is part three of Module 7 on the Fiqh of marriage and covers the pre-requisites for marriage, the pillars of a sound marriage, and the contractual details every Muslim should know about.   Checkout the webpage for the course: http://mccgp.org/fard-ayn-certificate-course.html   The slides and notes for this class are available at: htt...

Sunday November 20, 2022 Rabi' ath-Thani 25, 1444   This episode covers the period that approaches the story of the great Battle of Badr, looking at what led to it, how the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) set out, and with how many; it also examines those who stayed behind and why, the preparations of the Muslims and what happened on the path to Badr.

Friday November 18, 2022 Rabi 'ath-Thani 23, 1444   Eight Lessons in Thirty-Three Years: The Life Lessons of Imam Hatim al-Asamm

Sunday November 13, 2022 Rabi' ath-Thani 18, 1444   This episode continues the discussion of the events that lead up to the decisive battle of Badr, the nature of the caravan raids, their basis, and justification. It also looks at the excursions and skirmishes before Badr, particularly the trip al-Nakhla that led to an error on the part of some Companions.

Wednesday November 9, 2022 Rabi' ath-Thani 14, 1444   1. Will Allah decrease the blessings in our marriage if we engaged in the haram (not zina) before marriage?   2. Should one make Wudu' after looking at something inappropriate?   3. Can women sit in the Masjid (Musalla) area during their monthly period?   4. What does it mean to 'maintain family ties'? What constitutes 'family'?   5. Is the thi...

Friday November 11, 2022 Rabi 'ath-Thani 16, 1444   After introducing the topic of marriage and defining it and looking at the rulings on getting married, this episodes looks at the details concerning proposals and what is recommended and disliked concerning them, as well as the issue of 'suitability' (kafa'a) between the potential spouses and the bearings that has on marriage.   Checkout the webp...

Friday November 11, 2022 Rabi 'ath-Thani 16, 1444   Ja'far b. Abi Talib was the representative of the Muslims who migrated to Abyssinia. How did he represent the Muslim minority there and how is he a model for how we as Muslims should be as a religious minority in society? In this Khutba we examine what it means to hold fast to our principles as a minority in society.