Character & conductFrom the masjid's own video, Jan 3, 2026.
Suffering calls Muslims to compassionate action
In one sentence
Muslims influence others and build a lasting legacy by sincerely embodying Islam, acting with patience and mercy, and taking steps to help the oppressed.
The khutbah in 5 steps
- Responsibility can be met with courage and dua, as shown by Musa’s hesitation and mission.
- Guidance and results belong to Allah, while believers are responsible for sincere effort.
- Stories of Aisha, Abu Bakr, Tufayl, and Abu Huraira illustrate generational influence.
- Small acts of kindness can affect hearts more deeply than speeches.
- In an age of Islamophobia and global oppression, dignity, compassion, prayer, and service represent Islam.
Try this week
Discuss Islam with family, friends, classmates, or coworkers using wisdom and sincerity, and ask knowledgeable imams for help when needed.
Show kindness and care through small sincere actions in daily interactions.
Maintain prayer, speak about justice with compassion, and carry yourself with dignity and integrity.
Before leaving, give or do something of khair for oppressed people; sadaqa was offered as one option.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“Before we're preaching to others, we have to, as they say, we have to taste what we're cooking before we tell someone else to taste it.”
“people may forget our speeches,but they never forget how you make them feel. They never forget how you make them feel.”
“Legacy isn't what you leave behind, it's what you send forward.”
“When Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala shows you suffering, He's not just informing you, He is calling you.”
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