Character & conductFrom the masjid's own video, Aug 8, 2026.
Good character means letting go of resentment
“You can be that reason that Allah sends blessings upon somebody just because of your generosity and taking your time to make du'a for somebody.”
In one sentence
The khutbah argues that following the Prophet's example of supreme character, by releasing resentment, practicing private generosity through du'a, bringing cheer, and increasing salawat, draws believers closer to Allah and the Prophet.
The khutbah in 5 steps
- Opens with taqwa, truthful speech, and the Prophet's supreme moral character.
- Defines akhlaq through refraining from harm, generosity, and cheerfulness, distinguishing character from etiquette.
- Encourages nightly removal of malice while still addressing genuine trauma and wrongdoing.
- Presents private du'a as generosity and uses the story of Zahir to illustrate affirming others' worth.
- Closes with practical sunnahs, increased salawat, and supplication before Rabiul Awwal.
Try this week
Each night, clear your heart of malice toward anyone while still addressing genuine harm and trauma.
Make a sincere private du'a for another person, even someone whose name you do not know.
Practice refraining from hurting others, generosity, and cheerfulness.
Increase your usual amount of salawat upon the Prophet during Rabiul Awwal.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 68Used to establish the Prophet's uninterrupted reward and supreme moral character.
Jami` at-TirmidhiUsed to encourage nightly forgiveness and release of resentment toward anyone.
Jami` at-TirmidhiUsed to motivate good character and abundant salawat.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“Character is innate. It becomes a part of you. Where manners are kind of like habits.”
“you can be that reason that Allah sends blessings upon somebody just because of your generosity and taking your time to make du'a for somebody”
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