GratitudeFrom the masjid's own video, Jan 16, 2026.
Gratitude begins with following Allah’s guidance
“We need to start on that road of being thankful and being appreciated and being in great gratitude.”
In one sentence
Allah has honored human beings with immense gifts and a clear path through the Qur'an and the Prophet's Sunnah, so believers should respond with gratitude, trust in Allah, and wholehearted application of that guidance.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Begins with praise of Allah, a call to reverence Him, and an appeal to preserve family relationships.
- Reflects on Rajab, the Prophet's Year of Sadness, the hardship at Ta'if, and the Prophet's supplication seeking Allah's satisfaction.
- Explains human dignity and capability through ahsani taqwim and Allah's honoring of Bani Adam, calling listeners to gratitude.
- Warns against Satan's whispers, arrogance, and failure to recognize Allah's greatness and decree.
- Presents the Qur'an and Sunnah as a roadmap, urging study of the Prophet's character and ihsan in every relationship and responsibility.
- Calls listeners to read, understand, and apply the Qur'an and Sunnah, including regular time for al-Kahf, reflection, and practice.
Try this week
Make regular gratitude for blessings such as sight, hearing, speech, children, and family.
Study the Qur'an with translation and tafsir, and study the Prophet's Sunnah and biography.
Set aside weekly time for reading al-Kahf, tadabbur, and applying Qur'anic guidance.
Practice ihsan in study, friendships, marriage, parenting, work, and interactions with Muslims and non-Muslims.
Ask Allah for help understanding and following the Qur'an and the Prophet's Sunnah.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 4Used to stress humanity's common origin, reverence for Allah, and maintaining family ties.
Surah 17Used to teach that Allah honored Bani Adam and granted them provision and capabilities.
Surah 14Used to teach that gratitude brings Allah's increase in blessings.
Surah 82Used to challenge human arrogance and ask what distracts people from their noble Lord.
Surah 39Used to emphasize recognizing Allah's greatness and power.
Sahih al-BukhariUsed to reinforce Allah's ultimate kingship over the earth and heavens on Judgment Day.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“when you treat anybody Muslims or non-Muslims in the best way there is Muslims are supposed to be in the best way there is”
“that light is not going to come except from Qur'an and Sunnah”
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