The Prophet’s example still guides us

The Prophet Muhammad’s death was an unmatched loss of mercy, unity, wisdom, and leadership, but his example remains available for believers to learn and practice.

The khutbah in 6 steps

1. Begins with praise of Allah and a reminder of humanity’s common origin, God-consciousness, and family responsibilities.
2. Uses Bilal’s stopped adhan and the companions’ grief to illustrate the loss following the Prophet’s death.
3. Explains how the Prophet united Medina’s divided tribes and diverse communities through Islam and wise governance.
4. Shows his gentle approach to mistakes through the mosque incident and the young man asking about zina.
5. Highlights his participatory leadership, practical example, and principled humor that protected people’s dignity.
6. Concludes by urging listeners to learn the Prophet’s life and persistently train themselves to follow his path.