The Prophets & seerahFrom the masjid's own video, Dec 12, 2025.
Success comes from following the Prophet's Sunnah
“If we want success in this world, then we need to also follow the Sunnah.”
In one sentence
Because people learn through embodied examples, Muslims attain faith, honor, and success by studying and consistently following the Prophet Muhammad’s Sunnah.
The khutbah in 5 steps
- Introduces the Quranic teaching that the Prophet is an excellent example for believers.
- Uses stories of the Sahabah to illustrate immediate obedience to the Prophet’s commands.
- Shows through Hudhayfah and Uthman that the Sunnah should take priority over social pressure.
- Argues that genuine love for the Prophet requires bringing his Sunnah into daily life.
- Closes by urging listeners to study neglected Sunnahs and practice them.
Try this week
Identify Sunnahs missing from your life and record them.
Begin incorporating those Sunnahs consistently, even when others may disapprove.
Follow the Prophet’s example in appearance, conduct, and daily habits.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“Allah created our nature as such and we need to see an example in front of us so that we learn things.”
“shall I leave the Sunnah of Rasulullah for these fools?”
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