Friday Sermon Focuses on Humility and Contentment with God’s Decree

Friday Sermon – Archive Image.

The Ministry of Awqaf has announced the topic for today’s Friday sermon, emphasizing the importance of humility and contentment with God’s decree while discouraging arrogance and the pursuit of fame. The ministry highlighted that piety and good deeds are the true measures of superiority in the eyes of God.

Today’s Friday Sermon: The Importance of Contentment with God’s Decree

Imams will discuss the concept of contentment with God and its impact on calming the soul and achieving inner happiness. The sermon will describe contentment as a paradise on earth for believers, urging congregants to avoid boastfulness and hypocrisy while adhering to the humility exemplified by the righteous. It will also emphasize appreciating the fruits of submission to God and the value of giving, supported by verses from the Quran and prophetic traditions that encourage patience and acceptance of God’s provisions while avoiding arrogance.

Furthermore, today’s sermon will address the responsible use of technology and the internet, framing it as a noble act when directed towards serving Islamic values and strengthening family bonds.

The Ministry cautioned against excessive reliance on digital devices, which could weaken family communication and trust. It urged congregants to ensure their online presence serves as a testament to their character rather than a liability, advocating for a balanced approach between digital engagement and real-life interactions.

Opening New Mosques Today

Today marks the opening of ten new mosques following completion of construction, renovation, or maintenance work. This expansion reflects ongoing development efforts by the ministry, which includes one newly constructed mosque, six renovated mosques, and three that have undergone efficiency upgrades.

Since July 2025, a total of 1,138 mosques have been inaugurated, including 870 newly built or renovated mosques and 268 that have been maintained or upgraded. Overall, from July 2014 until now, 14,627 mosques have been developed at a cost nearing EGP 27.8 billion, showcasing significant investment in enhancing places of worship across Egypt.

The new mosques being opened today span several governorates including Dakahlia, Beni Suef, Qena, Sharqia, Kafr El Sheikh, Fayoum, Matrouh, Asyut, and Luxor. This distribution demonstrates a wide geographical reach in development efforts encompassing full renovations and comprehensive maintenance work.

Today’s Sermon Theme

The Ministry has stated that today’s Friday sermon will be titled “Be Content… Avoid Boasting,” reiterating the importance of adhering to a sermon duration not exceeding fifteen minutes.