25:53 The human being is…35:06 From bad akhlaq is…
Character & conductFrom the masjid's own video, Aug 28, 2026.

Good character takes knowledge and discipline

Masjid As-Sunnah · Abu Usamah

“The human being is only going to get that thing which he tries.”

The khateeb, at 25:53

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In one sentence

Perfecting character is a core part of Islam that requires knowledge, belief in the possibility of change, deliberate self-discipline, and continual prayer.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. The Prophet’s mission included perfecting noble character, an ideal valued in Arab society.
  2. Every Muslim has both positive and problematic character traits affecting spiritual, social, and family life.
  3. Improvement begins with knowledge of what Islam defines as good and bad character.
  4. People must believe they can change and train themselves through effort, discipline, and self-restraint.
  5. The Prophet’s mirror supplications teach gratitude for one’s creation and prayer for better character.
  6. Listeners are urged to apply these lessons in marriage, parenting, friendships, work, and youth conduct.
Try this week
Learn what Islam defines as good and bad character.
Identify personal character problems and believe they can change.
Train yourself through deliberate effort to control anger, emotions, speech, and haste.
Build discipline through prayer, fasting, punctuality, keeping promises, and repaying debts.
Use the Prophet’s mirror supplication and regularly ask Allah for guidance to good character.
Practice gentleness with spouses, children, coworkers, customers, and other community members.
Avoid selfishness, gossip, procrastination, lateness, harshness, tantrums, and ingratitude.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“The human being is only going to get that thing Which he tries He makes an effort He goes out And he tries to do it”
Masjid As-Sunnah · Kissimmee, FL
Play from 25:53
“From bad akhlaq is being selfish Self-centered Always thinking about yourself Never saying thank you to your mother and your father Not being appreciative”
Masjid As-Sunnah · Kissimmee, FL
Play from 35:06
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khutbah reminded us that perfecting good character is central to the mission of the Prophet, sallallahu alayhi wa sallam, and to our own growth as Muslims. Some people naturally have qualities like gentleness and patience, while others must work steadily to develop them. We need knowledge to understand what good character truly means, confidence that Allah can help us change, and regular effort to train ourselves. Habits such as anger, laziness, lateness, selfishness, and assuming the worst about others should not be accepted as simply who we are. Along with practical effort, we should ask Allah to beautify our character just as He perfected our creation.

  1. What is one character habit you would like Allah to help you improve?
  2. When was a time you stayed calm even though you felt upset?
  3. How can we show more gratitude and less selfishness at home this week?
Where it was given

The masjid

Masjid As-Sunnah (Quran and Sunnah Association of Florida)1535 S Hoagland Blvd, Kissimmee, FL 34746Jumu'ah 1:30 PMKhateebAbu UsamahMore khutbahsArchiveAll khutbahs at Masjid As-Sunnah18 khutbahs
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