Community & unityFrom the masjid's own video, Oct 17, 2026.
One person's good can inspire a community
“You may be the voice that encourages other people to abstain from the wrong.”
In one sentence
Because every person influences others, Muslims should intentionally join and encourage good, resist wrongdoing, and build communal momentum toward Allah's pleasure.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- The Qur'an and the Prophet's life guide believers toward right action and away from wrong.
- Surah Nisa presents two paths: aiding good earns a share of its reward, while aiding sin earns a share of its burden.
- Everyday relationships and activities should be evaluated by whether they bring a person nearer to Allah or farther away.
- Listeners are urged to join beneficial community initiatives, bring their families, and stand firm against wrongful influences.
- Hadith examples show how companionship and one person's generosity can create momentum that inspires others.
- The khutbah closes by urging listeners to be first in doing good and offering a supplication.
Try this week
Read and reflect on the Qur'an and the Prophet's life for guidance.
Evaluate relationships and activities by whether they please Allah and draw you nearer to Him.
Join beneficial community initiatives and bring your family along.
Avoid groups, content, and activities known to involve wrongdoing.
Speak up respectfully and encourage others to walk away from evil.
Give whatever you can to help people in need.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 4Used to explain that helping good brings a share of its reward, while helping wrongdoing brings a share of its sin.
Sahih al-BukhariUsed to show how companionship influences a person's character and choices.
Sahih MuslimUsed to show how one person's generosity can inspire a community-wide response.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“You may be the voice that encourages other people to abstain from the wrong. To walk away from the wrong. To walk away from the evil.”
“Whatever you have, then give. Whatever you have, you give.”
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