Ramadan is a chance to find mercy
“If we want to receive mercy from Allah, we have to show mercy towards His creation.”
Allah's mercy is vast and especially accessible in Ramadan, so believers should reject despair, follow the Prophet's gentleness, and show mercy through good deeds and charity.
The khutbah in 7 steps
- The passing of Ramadan's first third is a reminder to value its remaining merciful days and nights.
- Allah's mercy surpasses His anger and is expressed through His names, the Qur'an, and Ramadan.
- The Prophet's gentleness toward a man in the mosque and toward children teaches believers to make things easy.
- Stories about a dog and a reunited mother illustrate how showing mercy leads to Allah's mercy.
- Ramadan opens doors of Paradise and forgiveness, so even serious sinners should reject despair and seek Allah's mercy.
- A story about a fearful sinner who was forgiven reinforces hope in Allah's compassion.
- The khutbah concludes by urging mercy, worship, and charity for hungry Rohingya Muslims, followed by supplications.
In the khateeb's words
“You all have been sent to make things easy for people.”
“In other words, if we want to receive mercy from Allah, we have to show mercy towards His creation.”
“Doesn't matter what we did the last 11 months. Allah has given us all a chance to earn His Rahmah and get our sins forgiven.”
“And one of the ways we can secure Allah's Rahmah dear Muslims, is by showing mercy and compassion to others.”
For the dinner table
Allah's mercy is greater than our sins, and Ramadan is a special chance to return to Him with hope. The Prophet Muhammad modeled gentleness, taught believers to make things easy, and showed affection and mercy to children and all creation. The khutbah reminds us that people who want Allah's mercy should show mercy to others. We should not despair over past mistakes; instead, we should seek forgiveness and do good. In practical terms, the speaker urged continued worship and generosity, including helping feed hungry fasting Rohingya Muslims.
- What is one kind thing we can do for someone at home this week?
- When have you felt hopeful after making a mistake?
- How could our family share Ramadan blessings with someone who is hungry?
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