Follow the Prophet through mercy
“The true believer is the one who is close to people, who is available, easy to deal with.”
The Prophet Muhammad’s sunnah is best learned through his mercy, kindness, and approachable character, so Muslims should embody those qualities in how they treat one another and serve their community.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- The khutbah opens by thanking Allah for Jumu'ah, faith, brotherhood, and the blessings of gathering at the mosque.
- The Qur’an is introduced as the primary source for learning about Prophet Muhammad, including Surah Muhammad and descriptions of his character.
- The Prophet’s mercy toward believers and all creation is explained, with emphasis on kindness over outward imitation.
- Qur’anic and hadith examples show that believers should control anger, remain approachable, and treat children and women warmly.
- The speaker remembers Hajjah Afzal, invites attendance at her khatma, and encourages family participation in the international festival as da'wah.
- The khutbah calls for masjid service and daily prayer for people in Gaza before closing with supplications.
In the khateeb's words
“Your khuluq is your khuluq. Your character has to be always perfect. Good. And you have to know how to deal with different situations.”
“The true believer is the one who is close to people, who is available, easy to deal with, easy to build a relationship with him or with her as a Muslim community”
“You will never please or able to please people only with your wealth, money. but please them through smile faces and good manners.”
“spend five minutes. ten minutes a day. remembering. your brothers and sisters in Islam. and praying for them. wishing good for them.”
For the dinner table
Today’s khutbah taught us to learn the Prophet Muhammad’s example through the Qur’an, especially his mercy and kindness. A strong Muslim is not only someone who worships, but someone who remains gentle, approachable, and helpful even when life is difficult. We were encouraged to greet and speak with people of every age, control anger, and make the masjid welcoming. The khateeb also invited us to pray for Hajjah Afzal, join the community festival, support the masjid, and remember Gaza in our daily du'a. At home, we can make these teachings real through small acts of welcome, service, and prayer.
- Who at the masjid might need a kind greeting or conversation from us this week?
- How can our family show mercy when someone is upset?
- What can we do together during five minutes of daily prayer for people in Gaza?
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