Revive faith through learning and service
Muslims should revive confidence in their faith and civilization by learning, practicing Islam, serving others, and taking small continuous actions while trusting Allah with the outcome.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Urges listeners to say ameen, send blessings on the Prophet, and make good words habitual.
- Describes Muslim intellectual and technological achievements in Andalusia and medieval Europe.
- Warns against passive materialism and argues that Islamophobia reflects envy and projection.
- Challenges Muslims to learn, serve, and stop waiting for historical heroes to solve present problems.
- Calls for small, consistent acts of prayer, dua, charity, reading, and reduced phone use.
- Closes by emphasizing reliance on Allah, Quranic guidance, steadfastness, and reading The Road to Makkah.
In the khateeb's words
“We don't compromise on our deen. We don't compromise on our faith. We don't compromise on our belief system.”
“I say the problem lies here, but the answer also lies here. The answer to the success of Islam is right here.”
“Don't worry about the outcome. This is Allah's responsibility. Don't worry about the outcome. Our concerns are what we are capable of doing and what we will do.”
For the dinner table
The khateeb encouraged us to repeat du'as and words of praise until they become second nature and shape who we are. He described Muslim history as a source of confidence, learning, and responsibility, not just something to admire while pursuing comfort or possessions. He urged us to stop waiting for someone else to change the world: our job is to do what we can and leave the outcome to Allah. That work can begin with small, steady steps, prayer, du'a, charity, reading, serving others, and putting the phone away for a few minutes. As a family, we can choose one such step, support one another, and keep going.
- What is one small good habit you would like to practice every day?
- How can we use our family's knowledge or abilities to help someone without expecting payment?
- What could help you put your phone away for five minutes and do something meaningful?
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