The Prophets & seerahFrom the masjid's own video, Oct 27, 2025.

Study the Prophet to strengthen faith

“You have to study Islam and the life and the biography of Prophet Muhammad.”

The khateeb, at 25:56

In one sentence

The khutbah argues that studying Prophet Muhammad's life and trusting Allah reveal his exceptional character, leadership, and enduring example.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. Introduces a Canadian orientalist's praise of Muhammad after studying his biography.
  2. Tells of a French priest's daughter who converted to Islam and remained steadfast through family hostility and illness.
  3. Urges listeners to strengthen their faith and study the Prophet's life.
  4. Cites Michael Hart and other Western writers who ranked or praised Muhammad.
  5. Contrasts Muhammad's humble resources and the believers' faith at Badr with modern rulers' wealth and military power.
  6. Connects the discussion to contemporary Zionism and Gaza before promising further examples.
Try this week
Strengthen belief in Allah and trust that His decree is ultimately best.
Study Islam and the biography of Prophet Muhammad.
Reflect on the Prophet's character, humility, courage, and leadership.
Learn from the believers' faith and reliance on Allah at Badr.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“what is your belief in Allah? Strong enough? Believe in Him in everything He does in your life the best for you?”
Islamic Community Center · Minneapolis, MN
Play from 25:05
“you have to study Islam and the life and the biography of Prophet Muhammad sallallahu alayhi wa sallam”
Islamic Community Center · Minneapolis, MN
Play from 25:56
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

This khutbah invites us to learn about Prophet Muhammad's character and leadership through his biography and teachings. It says that even some non-Muslim writers recognized his truthfulness, wisdom, humility, and strength. The story of a woman who embraced Islam is used to encourage trust in Allah during fear and hardship. The Battle of Badr is presented as a reminder that faith and reliance on Allah matter more than numbers or worldly power. We are encouraged to strengthen our iman and keep learning about the Prophet.

  1. What is one quality of the Prophet you would like to learn more about?
  2. When is it hardest to trust Allah, and what helps you?
  3. How can faith shape the way we think about power and leadership?