General remindersFrom the masjid's own video, Jul 18, 2026.
Purpose comes from Allah, not fame
“Allah didn't create you to go viral.”
The khutbah in 5 steps
- Explains why early Quraysh rejected the Prophet because he lacked wealth, fame, and social power.
- Argues that celebrities can become subconscious prophets when people copy their lifestyles and make fame their purpose.
- Contrasts public celebrity success with depression, loneliness, and the emptiness of material rewards.
- Uses Quranic Day of Judgment imagery to warn that celebrities cannot save or recognize idolizing followers.
- Urges Muslims to pursue Allah-centered purpose, prepare youth for secular environments, and become role models for children.
Try this week
Prepare children for college and environments where Islam may be challenged.
Replace chasing virality and material status with being valuable to the community and pleasing Allah.
Sources the khateeb cited
Quran 2:165Used to warn against treating celebrities as equals to Allah and loving them as Allah should be loved.
Quran 70:11-14Used to portray the Day of Judgment, when people would ransom family and everyone on earth to escape punishment.
Quran 2:167Used to describe followers wishing they could disown the people they followed after those leaders disowned them.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“We, especially here in the West, have been sold, successfully sold the world's biggest lie. And that lie is, is that these material things will give us purpose.”
“Allah didn't create you to go viral. Allah created you to be valuable to the community, right? Allah didn't create you to rack up followers on Instagram.”
“If you want your children to look up to you as a role model, you have to become a role model in every sense of the word.”
Talk about it at home
For the dinner table
Imam Khizer reminded us that money, fame, and popularity can bring excitement without giving us lasting purpose. He encouraged us to think carefully about whom we follow, because the people we admire can shape our choices and goals. He warned that constant comparison and endless scrolling can take a toll on young people, while expressing hope in their ability to face today's challenges. Our purpose, he said, is to please Allah, follow Prophet Muhammad, and be valuable to our communities. He also reminded parents to teach children whom to follow and to become caring, faithful role models through their own actions.
- What is one quality of Prophet Muhammad you would like to practice this week?
- How do you feel after scrolling, and what helps you feel more connected to the people around you?
- What is one way our family could help someone in our community this week?
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