6:06 Are we conscious of…9:46 Look. Look at my…17:49 When I say system…
Civic engagementFrom the masjid's own video, Sep 18, 2026.

Muslims should engage local civic systems

Al-Shareef

“We need to be involved, we need to know what are the opportunities in Long Beach.”

The khateeb, at 17:49

Watch the khutbahFamily kit
In one sentence

Because Allah’s signs and the Prophet’s example make Muslims responsible ambassadors, they should cultivate truthful God-consciousness and participate constructively in America’s civic systems.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. Reminds listeners to review their deeds, pursue honesty, avoid wrongdoing, and seek Allah’s forgiveness.
  2. Reflects on the order and majesty of creation as signs of Allah and a prompt to do good.
  3. Introduces “system awareness” and Muslims’ responsibilities as ambassadors of Muhammad.
  4. Uses the Prophet’s Farewell Sermon and Muslims’ Quranic knowledge to frame a duty to share the message.
  5. Describes alleged anti-Muslim distortions in Texas curriculum and limited Muslim-parent participation.
  6. Calls Long Beach Muslims to engage with school districts, library boards, city councils, and other civic institutions.
Try this week
Review your deeds from one Friday to the next, increase good actions, and avoid societal wrongs.
Practice truthfulness, honesty, and integrity; seek forgiveness for shortcomings and remain submitted to Allah.
Begin each day intending to earn hasanat and do good for Allah’s sake.
Learn about local school districts, library boards, city councils, and other civic opportunities, then participate in hearings and decision-making.
Pass beneficial Islamic knowledge to others as an ambassador of Muhammad.
Sources the khateeb cited
Quran 67:2-4Used creation’s order, Allah’s signs, and life as a test of good deeds.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“Are we conscious of Allah like it deserves to be?”
Al-Shareef · Long Beach, CA
Play from 6:06
“Look. Look at my universe. Be intelligent. Don't just look at the stars and not realize what is behind it.”
Al-Shareef · Long Beach, CA
Play from 9:46
“When I say system awareness, it means we need to be involved, we need to know what are the opportunities in Long Beach.”
Al-Shareef · Long Beach, CA
Play from 17:49
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khateeb reminded us to be conscious of Allah and think about how we have grown in goodness since last Friday. He emphasized honesty and integrity, explaining that truthfulness helps improve our actions and service to Allah. He invited us to reflect on the universe with wonder and gratitude for Allah’s majesty and care. He also described Muslims as ambassadors of Prophet Muhammad, whose compassion and care should guide our conduct. His call for “system awareness” encouraged us to understand and participate in local institutions, including schools, libraries, and city councils.

  1. What good deed would you like to practice before next Jumu'ah?
  2. When is telling the truth difficult, and what helps you do it?
  3. What would you like to help improve at your school or local library?
Where it was given

The masjid

Masjid Al-Shareef2104 Orange Ave, Long Beach, CA 90806Jumu'ah 1:00 PMArchiveAll khutbahs at Al-Shareef43 khutbahs
Keep listening

More on Civic engagement

All on this topic
If you don't utilize your vote, you have no power.13:23MIC · Malden, MA · Oct 24, 2026Voting is an amanah for justiceCLIC · Clear Lake, TX · Oct 31, 2026Vote patiently for justice and less harmThe only way to change policies is through elections, through voting.24:31Medical Center Islamic · Houston, TX · Oct 30, 2026Voting helps protect religious freedom