Family & marriageFrom the masjid's own video, Jan 3, 2026.
Honoring parents opens the path to Paradise
“You and I can never repay our parents.”
In one sentence
Because parents sacrifice for their children and Allah gives them high religious status, Muslims must honor, serve, listen to, and care for them as a path to Paradise, even after their death.
The khutbah in 5 steps
- Recalls children’s dependence and parents’ sacrifices.
- Explains that parents cannot truly be repaid and hold a status near worship of Allah.
- Cites teachings about serving mothers, fathers, and elderly parents, including after death.
- Lists everyday forms of disrespect and calls youth to repent immediately.
- Uses Abdullah ibn Ubayy’s son as an example of dutifulness despite a parent’s wrongdoing, then closes with family prayers.
Try this week
Speak gently to parents and avoid shouting, eye-rolling, sighing, arguing, or dismissive tones.
Put the phone down and give parents full attention when they speak.
Make tawbah today for disrespect and stop it immediately.
After a parent dies, make dua for them, ask Allah to forgive them, give sadaqah on their behalf, and honor their friends.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“know very well that you and I can never repay our parents”
“Put the phone down. Your parents are talking to you. Tell your friend. You'll call them back.”
“And in order, one of the greatest ways to earn that paradise is to be kind and considerate of your parents.”
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