Qur'an & tafsirFrom the masjid's own video, Apr 24, 2026.
Studying the Quran strengthens faith
In one sentence
Deeply studying and applying the Quran strengthens faith, guides believers toward meaningful action, and protects individuals and families from Shaytan’s influence.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- The khutbah begins by recalling Allah’s countless blessings and the need for gratitude.
- The Quran is presented as a treasure, roadmap, and blueprint for transforming believers and communities.
- The companions pursued continual knowledge, guidance, and action rather than settling for minimal religious practice.
- Shaytan is described as a persistent enemy who tempts people, recruits harmful companions, and turns wrongdoing into habits.
- Quran study is presented as a defense that strengthens faith, provides reminders, and exposes Shaytan’s methods.
- The sermon closes with a call to study the Quran and protect families, followed by prayers and community announcements.
Try this week
Study the Quran for guidance, understanding, and knowledge, not only to count pages or words for reward.
Search the Quran for the keywords “shaitan” and “iblis,” then read and study the relevant verses.
At the end of each day, assess how often you answered Allah’s call rather than Shaytan’s.
Strengthen faith through Quran study and prayer, including waking for Fajr.
Surround yourself with good people who help you resist harmful habits.
Parents of children in local public schools should find the announcer after Sunnah prayers about the discrimination-response event.
Volunteers should attend the next meeting on May 1 after Maghrib in classroom nine.
Those interested in supporting or attending masjid family circles, sisters’ support groups, or discussions should contact the organizer.
Make right turns when leaving the masjid.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 36Used to explain that following and obeying Shaytan is a form of worship despite his being an enemy.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“quran is a treasure is a kens it's uh every one of us is sitting on a gold mine in uh at home and in your phone available with you all the time everywhere”
“you always need to push yourself always you need no matter what you're doing always look for more opportunities to be better person and to do more”
“you have the call of Allah and the call of shaitan and it depends on how strong your iman is how clear your vision and your knowledge is you make the right choice or the wrong choice”
Talk about it at home
For the dinner table
The khutbah reminds us to notice Allah’s many blessings and respond with gratitude. The Quran is not only something to recite for reward; it is a roadmap for better choices, stronger faith, and healthier communities. Shaytan continually tries to mislead people, damage relationships, and turn harmful choices into habits. We should keep learning, examine our daily decisions, and surround ourselves with good people. Studying the Quran can help protect our hearts, homes, and families.
- What is one blessing we sometimes take for granted, and how can we show gratitude for it?
- What daily choice might feel like a call from Allah competing with a call from Shaytan?
- What is one Quran habit our family could practice this week?
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