Family & marriageFrom the masjid's own video, Sep 3, 2025.
Families grow closer through shared worship
“We need to make sure that there's times where we have device free where we're able to talk to each other.”
In one sentence
Muslims should follow the Prophet Muhammad’s example by cultivating kindness, affection, shared worship, and attentive presence within their families.
The khutbah in 5 steps
- The Prophet Muhammad is presented as the perfect role model and teacher of the Qur’an.
- His gentle correction of a new Muslim illustrates kind teaching.
- His family life demonstrates humility, service, affection, and consistency between public and private character.
- Families are encouraged to pray, study, eat, and practice remembrance together.
- Device-free presence and mutual encouragement can make homes peaceful places that draw everyone closer to Allah.
Try this week
Pray together as a family when possible.
Share Qur’an reading, hadith, seerah, dhikr, or dua at home.
Eat together regularly.
Create device-free times for face-to-face conversation.
Show children affection through hugs and kisses.
Encourage one another to grow closer to Allah.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“the same information if it's given in a harsh manner it can turn the person away but if it's given in a nice and kind manner then that person will take it and run with it”
“even if we're in one place we need to make sure that there's times where we have device free where we're able to talk to each other”
Talk about it at home
For the dinner table
The Prophet Muhammad showed that faith should shape both public behavior and private family life. He taught people gently, helped in his home, and showed affection to children. Our families can grow stronger by praying and learning together, sharing meals, and making time for device-free conversation. A peaceful home is one where people feel safe, loved, and attentive to one another. When that bond is strong, family members can encourage each other to come closer to Allah.
- What is one kind way we can help or correct someone at home?
- What should our family do together without phones this week?
- How can we make our home feel more peaceful and welcoming?
Where it was given
The masjid
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