Let worship change how you live
“Every single time that you leave the masjid on a Friday, you go back to work and people around you notice you're a different person.”
Muslims should not take their religious freedom or deen for granted, but should respond to adversity by turning to Allah, embodying Islamic character, and becoming better after each Jumu'ah.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- The khutbah warns against becoming distracted by constant global news and forgetting Allah.
- Recent religious restrictions in Quebec are presented as a reminder not to take Islamic freedoms for granted.
- Surah al-Muddathir is used to call Muslims toward courage, worship, cleanliness, good character, and sharing Islam through conduct.
- The history of Muslim rule in al-Andalus illustrates how Muslim influence and security can change over time.
- Listeners are urged to make each Friday prayer transformative and carry its message into work and family life.
- The khutbah closes by urging patience, continued worship, service, and supplication for the oppressed and the ummah.
In the khateeb's words
“Are we taking Islam for granted? Are we taking our deen for granted? Have we just been riding this wave of alhamdulillah?”
“That our way of life, our deen, is meant to be spread, not to be kept. It's meant to be shared, not to be concealed.”
“They ask me why I said my deen teaches us to be charitable, to be nice, to be kind, to show kindness to others, and this is just me submitting to my Lord.”
“And every single time that you leave the masjid on a Friday, you go back to work and people around you notice you're a different person.”
For the dinner table
The khutbah reminds us not to take the ability to practice Islam for granted. When news and difficulties feel overwhelming, we should return our attention to Allah and follow the example of the Prophet Muhammad. Surah al-Muddathir teaches courage, worship, good appearance, patience, and sincere kindness without expecting something in return. Our Islam should be visible through honesty, generosity, and compassion. Each Jumu'ah should help us become a little better and bring that goodness back to our families and communities.
- What is one kind thing you could do this week that shows your values without needing praise?
- What is one small change you want your family to notice after next Friday prayer?
- How can we respond when difficult news makes us feel worried or powerless?
The masjid
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