Use every platform to serve justice
“Each one of us has a platform.”
The World Cup teaches Muslims to value ummah solidarity, build organized power, use every platform for justice, and prioritize worship and service over entertainment.
The khutbah in 5 steps
- The World Cup reveals global power dynamics and shows that justice requires political, economic, and social power.
- Muslim fans’ shared joy demonstrates that ummah solidarity can transcend borders, nationalities, and ethnic divisions.
- Listeners are urged to use voting, social media, mosque membership, and organized activism against injustice and Islamophobia.
- The time devoted to watching games should motivate greater commitment to Fajr, the masjid, family, and service.
- The khutbah closes with a call for organized, vocal action supporting Palestine and all oppressed people.
In the khateeb's words
“It is not enough to say I'm on the side of justice. Well, the person on the side of injustice, if they have the power, one phone call can undo all the justice you're seeking.”
“So when you see these moments, remember that to celebrate, subhanAllah, that Allah has kept that despite everything being done to separate us, divide us, hate one another.”
“Each one has many platforms, by the way. Don't think only the major players, or the major business people, or the major politicians have platforms. Each one of us has a platform, many.”
“There are two blessings, he said. There are two blessings which many people squander. Health and free time.”
For the dinner table
Today’s khutbah used the World Cup as a mirror for Muslim life. The cheering across borders showed that Muslims still share love and belonging, and that unity can grow into helping people facing injustice. We were reminded to use our voices, votes, social media, mosque membership, and other opportunities to stand for justice and resist Islamophobia. The speaker also encouraged us to manage our time so prayer, family, and service receive the same commitment we give to entertainment. He closed by urging us to stay organized, brave, and active in helping oppressed people, especially Palestinians and others around the world.
- What is one way you could use your voice or platform to help someone this week?
- What does your use of time show matters most to you, and how could you make more room for prayer or service?
- When have you felt connected to people from a different place or background?
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