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Put Allah first in school and at home

Masumeen · Jaffer H. Jaffer

“Ask yourself, will this make God happy?”

The khateeb, at 20:34

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The khutbah argues that Muslims should follow Allah’s guidance through the Qur’an and Ahlul Bayt, embodying that guidance by prioritizing faith, prayer, discipline, and exemplary parenting as a new school year begins.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. Explains why teachings about the Mahdi were shared with different audiences and levels of detail.
  2. Uses hadith from Sunni collections to establish the authority and guidance of the Ahlul Bayt alongside the Qur’an.
  3. Argues that accepting other narrators while rejecting Ahlul Bayt narrations is inconsistent with the Prophet’s teachings.
  4. Prays for people facing injustice and hardship, then introduces school-year advice for students and parents.
  5. Advises students to keep Allah first, aim high, follow routines, protect salah, and practice taqwa in relationships.
  6. Advises parents to stay involved, teach Islamic values, communicate daily, and lead by example.
Try this week
Ask whether a choice pleases Allah or distances you from Him.
Set a daily routine, follow it consistently, and reward completed responsibilities.
Do not delay salah and never abandon prayer, even when motivation is low.
Practice taqwa in friendships and interactions, especially around inappropriate speech or conduct.
Parents should speak with their children daily and stay involved in their learning.
Teach Islamic values and lead by example in prayer, Qur’an reading, screen use, and exercise.
Sources the khateeb cited
Jami` at-TirmidhiArgues that the Qur’an and the Prophet’s family are paired sources of guidance.
Sahih MuslimUses the comparison between Ali and Harun to argue for Ali’s position and succession.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“Ask yourself, will this make God happy? Will this take me away from Allah? It's a very simple question.”
Masumeen · Brampton, ON
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“do not delay your salah. Do not delay your salah. Don't ever forget, God's rope is never cut from us.”
Masumeen · Brampton, ON
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“If I want my kid to be on the screen less, I should be on the screen less. If I want my kids to be praying on time, I should be praying on time.”
Masumeen · Brampton, ON
Play from 28:03
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khateeb explained why the Prophet’s family, the Ahlul Bayt, are trusted sources of religious knowledge and guidance alongside the Qur’an. He also remembered people facing hardship and prayed for relief and justice. As students return to school, he encouraged them to keep Allah first, aim high, and build disciplined routines. He reminded us to hold on to prayer even when our hearts feel distant, and to bring awareness of Allah into our friendships. For parents, his advice was to talk with children every day, teach Islamic values, and show through our own actions the habits we hope they will learn.

  1. What is one goal you want to work toward while asking Allah for help?
  2. What could help you make time for salah during a busy school day?
  3. What habit could we practice together as a family this week?
Where it was given

The masjid

Masumeen Islamic Centre7580 Kennedy Road South, Brampton, ON L6W 0A1KhateebJaffer H. JafferMore khutbahsArchiveAll khutbahs at Masumeen84 khutbahs
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