GratitudeFrom the masjid's own video, Oct 24, 2026.
Islam is Allah's greatest gift
Masjid Tawfiq · Abdulhakim Hajji Aman
“What a tremendous blessing it is to be a Muslim.”
In one sentence
The khutbah argues that Islam is Allah’s greatest gift, so believers should gratefully protect, practice, and pass on their faith.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Calls listeners to taqwa, reject shirk and worldly distraction, and support good.
- Presents Islam as Allah’s greatest blessing through Quranic verses and hadith.
- Explains that guidance is Allah’s gift and the source of true honor.
- Urges gratitude, steadfastness, and preserving Islam for one’s children.
- Recommends morning and evening remembrance, including a dua affirming Islam.
- Concludes with prayers and announces a children’s Shining Stars program.
Try this week
Thank Allah daily for the blessing of Islam.
Maintain morning and evening adhkar, including the dua affirming Islam.
Ask Allah to keep oneself and one’s children steadfast in Islam.
Parents of children ages 7, 14 can register promptly for the 12-week Shining Stars program.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 7People in Paradise praise Allah for guiding them.
Sahih MuslimCompanions gathered to remember Allah and thank Him for Islam.
Jami` at-TirmidhiCalls blessed the person guided to Islam.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala was not obligated to make us a Muslim rather He chose us from among billions of people to know Him to worship Him”
“we should thank Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala for making us among the Muslims and what a tremendous blessing it is to be a Muslim”
“the prophets the righteous people wanted it for their beloved one Islam was their advice during life their concern at the time of death and the greatest legacy”
Talk about it at home
For the dinner table
The khutbah teaches that Islam is Allah’s greatest gift and that guidance is a favor, not something we earn or boast about. It reminds us to thank Allah every day, seek steadfastness, and remember Him in the morning and evening. The speaker points to the prophets, who cared deeply that their families remain submissive to Allah. We can carry this message by practicing Islam, making dua for our children, and helping them learn and live their faith. The sermon also announced a 12-week Shining Stars program for children ages 7, 14.
- What is one blessing of Islam you are especially thankful for?
- How can our family remember Allah together each morning or evening?
- What does it mean to leave faith as a legacy for younger family members?
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