The Prophets & seerahFrom the masjid's own video, Aug 28, 2026.
Love the Prophet by following his Sunnah
“If you really love him, prove it by action and follow him and deliver his guidance to others.”
In one sentence
The khutbah teaches that love for the Prophet is proven by following his Sunnah, increasing righteous deeds, seeking forgiveness, and carrying his message to others.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Interprets Surah an-Nasr as signaling the completion of the Prophet’s mission and approaching death
- Describes how the Prophet intensified Quran review, i'tikaf, cemetery visits, and farewell counsel
- Highlights the Prophet’s instructions to honor the Ansar and recognize Abu Bakr’s exceptional service
- Recounts the Prophet’s death, burial, and the companions’ grief and leadership transition
- Calls Muslims to follow the Sunnah, learn the deen, and convey its guidance to others
- Concludes with prayers for steadfastness, families, the oppressed, Gaza, and reunion at al-Kawthar
Try this week
Seek Allah’s forgiveness after completing acts of worship, including prayer.
Increase Quran reading, worship, and other righteous deeds consistently.
Learn and follow the Prophet’s Sunnah in worship and daily life.
Teach and convey Islamic guidance to others as a communal responsibility.
Honor and remember those who supported the Muslim community.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 110Used to explain that victory and the completion of the Prophet’s mission were followed by praise and seeking forgiveness.
Sahih al-BukhariUsed to show that the Prophet reviewed the Quran twice with Jibreel and extended his final i'tikaf.
Quran 3:144Used to teach that Muslims must remain committed to Islam after the Prophet’s death.
Quran 3:31Used to argue that love for Allah and the Prophet requires following the Prophet’s guidance.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“You must follow his sunnah. You must follow his guidance. This is the only way to survive”
“If you really love him, prove it by action and follow him and deliver his guidance to others.”
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