Jesus was a prophet, not divine
“We believe as Muslims that Sayyidina Isa was not crucified.”
The khutbah argues that Muslims should renew their tawhid and taqwa by honoring Jesus as a great human prophet who preached worship of the one God, not divine sonship, and by living through obedience to Allah.
The khutbah in 7 steps
- Defines taqwa as the foundation of worldly happiness, salvation, and success.
- Contrasts Islamic monotheism with Christian belief about Jesus’s divinity in the Christmas context.
- Presents Jesus as an honored prophet and one of the five messengers of great resolve.
- Explains Jesus’s miraculous birth, speech from the cradle, worship, and devotion to his mother.
- Uses Quranic accounts to argue that Jesus was not divine and was not crucified.
- Describes Jesus’s miracles, ascension, and expected return at the end of time.
- Closes with prayers for love of the prophets, attachment to the Quran, and righteous practice.
In the khateeb's words
“The individual that lives with Allah is a happy individual and he's an individual that is granted success in this world.”
“The point of the story is to increase Iman. You say how and why is that?”
“We believe as Muslims that Sayyidina Isa was not crucified. And this is explicit in the Quran.”
“A miracle is granted to you, but a miracle is granted to His Prophet and messengers to aid them in their call.”
For the dinner table
Today’s khutbah reminded us to keep Allah in our hearts and minds and put Him first in our choices. The khateeb explained that Muslims love and honor Isa, Jesus, as a great prophet who called people to worship Allah alone. He described Isa’s miraculous birth, his speaking as a baby, and his miracles as gifts made possible by Allah’s permission. He also highlighted our respect for Maryam, Isa’s mother, and Isa’s kindness toward her. As a family, we can learn from the prophets’ patience, share their stories to strengthen our faith, and practice kindness at home.
- What is one choice tomorrow where you could put Allah first?
- Which prophet’s story would you like us to read together, and what interests you about it?
- What is one thoughtful way you could show kindness to your mother or someone who cares for you this week?
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