The Prophets & seerahFrom the masjid's own video, Jan 2, 2026.
Muslims follow Jesus through his teachings
“Jesus is a great prophet and a great messenger of Allah.”
In one sentence
The khutbah argues that Muslims are true followers of Jesus because they affirm his prophethood and monotheism while practicing teachings associated with him.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Opens with praise of Allah, testimony of faith, and calls to taqwa.
- Presents Jesus as a respected prophet and Messiah whom Muslims must believe in.
- Argues that Muslims follow Jesus through monotheism, circumcision, fasting, modesty, peaceful greetings, and avoiding pork.
- Explains the five practices of fitrah as bodily cleanliness and religious discipline.
- Distinguishes Allah’s creations as benefits, tests, or signs, then discusses prohibitions on blood and pork.
- Concludes with Quranic recitation, prayers, shahada ceremonies, and mosque announcements.
Try this week
Maintain the five practices of fitrah: circumcision for men, removing pubic and underarm hair, trimming the moustache, and cutting the nails.
Fast Ramadan, and optionally observe additional fasts such as Mondays, Thursdays, and three days each month.
Say bismillah and assalamu alaikum when entering homes.
Avoid pork and consuming running blood.
Say insha Allah before undertaking plans or actions.
Dress modestly and cover the body and head as instructed for Muslim women.
Make dua for new Muslims and for the sick, and support the mosque’s facilities and projects.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 61Used the disciples’ response to argue that believers should stand up for Allah.
Quran 4:171Used to emphasize Jesus’s status as Allah’s messenger and reject trinitarian belief.
Quran 2:183Used to connect Muslim fasting with the practice of earlier communities.
Surah 24Used to support greeting people with peace when entering homes.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“Jesus is a great prophet and a great messenger of Allah.”
“we still have to hold a higher place of respect for Jesus in our heart.”
“Then where are they when it comes to implement exactly what Jesus has done during his lifetime?”
Talk about it at home
For the dinner table
Today’s khutbah taught that Muslims honor Jesus as a prophet and Messiah while worshipping one God. The imam argued that Muslims follow teachings associated with Jesus through circumcision, fasting, modest dress, peaceful greetings, and avoiding pork and blood. He also explained that Allah’s creation can be a blessing, a test, or a sign that invites reflection. He encouraged listeners to maintain fitrah practices, say “insha Allah” before plans, and support the mosque and those who need dua.
- Which part of the khutbah about Jesus surprised you or made you think?
- What is one fitrah practice our family can remember this week?
- How can we make “assalamu alaikum” feel welcoming at home?
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