7:39 But if a Muslim…24:49 We have to adorn…
Character & conductFrom the masjid's own video, Apr 17, 2026.

Seek Allah's mercy through righteous living

Uqbah · Masoud Laryea

“We have to adorn ourselves with mercy.”

The khateeb, at 24:49

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In one sentence

Because Allah alone controls mercy, believers should seek it through faith and righteous conduct, show mercy and forgiveness to others, and remain hopeful during trials.

The khutbah in 5 steps

  1. Opens with Qur'an and prophetic invocations before describing crises facing Muslims.
  2. Explains that Allah alone opens or withholds mercy.
  3. Illustrates divine mercy through Ibrahim, Yusuf, Yunus, Musa, and Muhammad's escape from danger.
  4. Connects mercy with remembrance of Allah, good works, compassion, and humility.
  5. Urges forgiveness, fraternity, unity, supplication, and commitment to Islamic virtues.
Try this week
Ponder the Qur'anic ayah about Allah opening and withholding mercy, then act upon its lesson.
Remember Allah and work with awareness that He is watching.
Show mercy, forgive others, and avoid hatred and contempt.
Stand united with fellow believers during communal trials.
Ask Allah directly for His mercy and blessings.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“But if a Muslim ponders over an ayah, if he takes a look at this ayah and he acts upon it, he will find peace, comfort, peace and tranquility and solace.”
Uqbah · Cleveland, OH
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“We have to adorn ourselves with mercy. We have to learn to forgive one another.”
Uqbah · Cleveland, OH
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Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

This khutbah reminds us to seek Allah’s mercy, especially when the world feels full of suffering and difficulty. The khateeb shared stories of prophets who received Allah’s help in frightening situations, including Ibrahim in the fire and Yusuf in the well. He encouraged us to remember Allah and do good with awareness that Allah sees us. He also reminded us that seeking mercy means showing mercy to others, even when disagreements leave us hurt. As a family, we can practice forgiveness, care for one another, and ask Allah for His mercy and blessings.

  1. Which story about a prophet in the khutbah gives you hope, and why?
  2. When someone hurts your feelings, what could help you respond with mercy?
  3. What is one way our family could practice forgiveness this week?
Where it was given

The masjid

Masjid Uqbah ibn Naafi2222 Stokes Boulevard, Cleveland, OH 44106Jumu'ah 1:30 PMKhateebMasoud LaryeaMore khutbahsArchiveAll khutbahs at Uqbah27 khutbahs
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