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Character & conductFrom the masjid's own video, Jan 16, 2026.

Take responsibility and work to improve

Sayeda Khadija Centre

“After you take ownership, don't relax; start working to change that condition.”

The khateeb, at 27:12

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In one sentence

Islam provides a complete divine way of life, and believers improve their circumstances by taking responsibility, avoiding temptation, and actively striving rather than making excuses.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. Introduces Islam as a divinely authored methodology taught by Muhammad.
  2. Explains the methodology’s completeness, harmony with truth, and manageable demands through worship.
  3. Reviews the pillars of faith and Islam before turning to personal responsibility.
  4. Uses Adam’s story to teach avoiding temptation and forbidden paths.
  5. Applies responsibility and effort to finances, health, education, and family life.
  6. Closes with encouragement and prayers for the oppressed, the community, Canada, and Ramadan.
Try this week
Take responsibility for personal choices instead of blaming spouses, children, Shaytan, or circumstances.
Stay away from haram by avoiding situations that bring you close to temptation.
Live within your means and do not spend more than you earn.
Put sustained effort into improving health, studies, family life, finances, and other goals.
Maintain prayer and the other pillars of Islam as disciplined training for daily life.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“you cannot make excuses you have first to conclude take ownership of your condition and then after you take ownership don't relax start working to change that condition”
Sayeda Khadija Centre · Mississauga, ON
Play from 27:12
“I want everyone to tell me Shaykh we have changed we took ownership financial issue fixed family issue fixed children this we fixed”
Sayeda Khadija Centre · Mississauga, ON
Play from 27:42
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khateeb described Islam as a way of life given by Allah and taught by Prophet Muhammad. He explained that its guidance includes seeking help from knowledgeable people when we do not know something. Prayer and fasting train us to grow closer to Allah and bring discipline into daily life. Through the story of Adam and the forbidden tree, he encouraged us to keep a safe distance from temptation. His main practical message was to take responsibility for our actions and follow good intentions with real effort. We can begin with one change this week, trusting that Allah values our work and effort.

  1. Who could you ask for help with something you find confusing or difficult?
  2. What could you do before a tempting situation becomes hard to walk away from?
  3. What is one small action you can take this week toward something you have been hoping to improve?
Where it was given

The masjid

Sayeda Khadija Centre7150 Edwards Blvd, Mississauga, ON L5S 1Z1Jumu'ah Friday congregational prayers (Jumu’ah) (2 services: 1:30 PM and 2:45 PM)ArchiveAll khutbahs at Sayeda Khadija Centre20 khutbahs
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