Live Islam in every part of life
“Do we have jealousy for someone? Do we have hatred for somebody?”
Islam must be practiced as a complete way of life, belief, worship, dealings, inner character, and social conduct, so believers should fulfill obligations promptly, seek scholarly guidance, and examine what they neglect.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Urges timely zakah by the Islamic lunar year and asking scholars about fasting validity.
- Warns capable believers not to keep delaying Hajj.
- Explains that muamalat includes business, loans, renting, leasing, and nikah.
- Distinguishes inner akhlaaq from outward good manners through examples of humility and pride.
- Challenges listeners to assess all five branches of religious life and fully enter Islam.
- Gives announcements about maktab, Hajj and Umrah instruction, parking, donations, and mosque operations.
In the khateeb's words
“But even then, we keep thinking, maybe next year, maybe next year, maybe next year. And this delaying is causing us harm.”
“But it's not just business. It's not just buying or selling. Rather, it's buying and selling, but also making sure what things can I buy, what things can I sell.”
“But akhlaaq is of that of the heart. Meaning that do we have hasad, do we have jealousy for someone? Do we have hatred for somebody?”
“Now something to think about is that these are five branches. How many of these five branches do we act upon?”
For the dinner table
The khateeb taught that Islam is a complete way of life, covering belief, worship, dealings, inner character, and relationships. He reminded us to pay zakah according to the lunar year, ask knowledgeable scholars about uncertain fasting or transaction questions, and avoid delaying Hajj when we are able. He explained that good manners are not only smiling and helping others; true akhlaaq also includes a humble, loving heart. He encouraged us to honestly examine which parts of our religion we may be neglecting. The closing announcements asked families to consider maktab and the Hajj and Umrah workshop, park respectfully, and support the musallah.
- Which of the five branches do you want to strengthen this week?
- What heart-quality would you like to improve, such as humility, love, or freedom from jealousy?
- Why should we ask scholars before making difficult decisions about fasting or money?
The masjid
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