Abdul Rahman Chao - Finding Sweetness in Worship

About this lecture

In this Jumu'ah khutbah, Sheikh Abdul Rahman Chao uses the remarkable story of the companion 'Abbad ibn Bishr — who continued his prayer after being struck by multiple arrows — to illustrate the profound sweetness that can be found in worship. Drawing on hadith, the works of Ibn al-Qayyim, and practical wisdom, he explores why so many Muslims struggle to enjoy their acts of worship and offers actionable steps — including purifying the heart, cultivating genuine love for Allah, choosing righteous companions, and pondering the Qur'an — to help believers experience worship as a source of joy rather than obligation, especially in preparation for Ramadan.