Character & conductFrom the masjid's own video, Oct 17, 2026.
Following the Prophet means gentleness
“If you are worshiping God and following the Prophet sallallahu alayhi wa sallam and it makes you rougher around the edges, you're not following Rasulullah.”
In one sentence
Allah created human beings to know, love, and worship Him through revelation, and genuine following of the Prophet Muhammad is shown through gentleness, beautiful character, and faithful care for others.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Human freedom and dignity are gifts intended for guidance, not vanity.
- Revelation and prophets provide the guidance people need to know and worship Allah.
- Religious identity must be more than culture, symbols, or inherited labels.
- Following Muhammad means replacing harshness with gentleness in family and community life.
- Prophetic examples show that softness, patience, and decisive leadership can coexist.
- The khutbah closes by prioritizing worship and raising believing children over status or career.
Try this week
Reflect on why Allah created you and seek to know, love, and worship Him.
Examine whether your religious practice is making you kinder or harsher.
Respond to people's mistakes with gentle teaching rather than immediate anger.
Model the Prophet's gentleness toward family, neighbors, and the wider community.
Prioritize raising believing children over career, status, or worldly accomplishment.
Join the announced janazah prayer and community learning sessions.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 18Used to explain that messengers bring glad tidings and warnings.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“Allah has created us so that we may know Him, love Him and devote ourselves to Him in worship.”
“If you are worshiping Allah and you are becoming harsher, if you are worshiping God and following the Prophet sallallahu alayhi wa sallam and it makes you rougher around the edges, you're not following Rasulullah.”
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