0:49 we have to understand…3:48 the wisdom is to do…
Civic engagementFrom the masjid's own video, Jun 20, 2026.

Use every relationship to invite people to Islam

London Muslim Mosque

“The wisdom is to do the right things in the right time in the right way.”

The khateeb, at 3:48

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In one sentence

Because Islam is a universal message and the Prophet used peaceful openings to send capable ambassadors, Muslims today should use their relationships and freedoms to make clear, respectful invitations to Islam.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. Islam is universal, and Muhammad is presented as the final prophet sent to all humanity.
  2. The Treaty of Hudaybiyyah created a peaceful opportunity for the Prophet to send qualified representatives to rulers.
  3. Stories of Najashi, Heraclius, Kisra, and other rulers illustrate different responses to the prophetic message.
  4. The Prophet selected people according to their character, language skills, courage, and suitability for each assignment.
  5. Muslims living among non-Muslims have an opportunity to share Islam, and good conduct should be followed by explicit invitation.
  6. The khutbah urges mosque-tour volunteering and outreach to high-school and university-age visitors.
Try this week
Make a clear, respectful invitation to Islam when someone appears curious or receptive.
Use relationships with neighbors, friends, and colleagues as opportunities for da'wah.
Volunteer to host mosque tours and welcome visiting groups.
Invest in outreach to late high-school and university-age people.
Sources the khateeb cited
Sahih al-BukhariUsed in the account of Heraclius questioning Abu Sufyan about Muhammad.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“we have to understand that Islam is a universal religion”
London Muslim Mosque · London, ON
Play from 0:49
“the wisdom is to do the right things in the right time in the right way”
London Muslim Mosque · London, ON
Play from 3:48
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khutbah teaches that Islam is a message for all humanity, and that Muslims have a responsibility to share it wisely and kindly. The Prophet used peaceful times to send prepared representatives to different rulers, choosing people with the right character and skills. Muslims today can follow that example through friendships, neighbors, mosque tours, and welcoming conversations. Good behavior matters, but the speaker also stresses making a clear invitation when someone is ready to learn. Helping even one person discover Islam can bring lasting reward.

  1. Who around us might be curious about Islam, and how could we welcome their questions?
  2. What skills or qualities could each of us use to help others learn about Islam?
  3. How could our family support mosque tours or outreach to young visitors?
Where it was given

The masjid

London Muslim Mosque151 Oxford St W, London, ON N6H 1S3Jumu'ah First prayer 12:00 PM · second prayer 1:15 PMArchiveAll khutbahs at London Muslim Mosque193 khutbahs
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