Character & conductFrom the masjid's own video, Jan 24, 2026.
True taqwa appears in respectful conduct
“Those people do have the real taqwa in their hearts.”
In one sentence
Genuine love for the Prophet and real taqwa are shown through respectful conduct, attentive mosque behavior, honoring prophetic guidance, and trusting Allah for provision.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Introduces Qur’anic praise of the Muhajirun and emphasizes love and respect for the Prophet, his companions, and his family.
- Uses the story of Julaibib to illustrate obedience, family consultation, dignity, and the Prophet’s love for overlooked believers.
- Explains the Qur’anic command to lower voices around the Prophet through examples involving Abu Bakr, Umar, and Thabit ibn Qays.
- Applies this etiquette to mosque lectures, urging listeners to remain quiet, attentive, and physically respectful, with examples from Imam Malik and Abu Ayyub.
- Encourages trust in Allah’s provision, mentioning the people of Gaza and urging believers not to forget Allah.
- Concludes with recitation from al-Fatiha and verses about taqwa, night worship, charity, and Allah’s provision.
Try this week
Consult one’s spouse about major family decisions.
Remain quiet and attentive during khutbahs and mosque lectures.
Avoid using a phone, stretching out disrespectfully, or talking while the imam teaches.
Trust Allah for provision, remember Him, and maintain faith during hardship.
Fast two days for Allah’s sake.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“I have to discuss it with my wife. And this is not something bad. If someone said I will consult with my wife.”
“This is the blessing. To respect and to be polite with the Prophet sallallahu alayhi wa sallam. To be muadab with him.”
“Those people do have the real taqwa in their hearts.”
“No one, I used to love him more than the Prophet sallallahu alayhi wa sallam. And when I used to look at him sallallahu alayhi wa sallam, I cannot keep looking to his face.”
Talk about it at home
For the dinner table
The khutbah teaches that loving Allah and His Messenger includes showing respectful manners, or adab. The speaker illustrates this through the companions’ care in speaking, listening, consulting family, and honoring prophetic guidance. He urges us to be quiet and attentive during lessons and khutbahs rather than talking or using phones. He also reminds us to trust Allah for provision and not forget Him, including when people are facing hardship in Gaza.
- When is it helpful to consult someone in your family before making a decision?
- What does respectful listening look like at the masjid or at home?
- How can we remember Allah when we are worried about our needs?
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