Jesus was a prophet, not divine
“This is the real Jesus, the great prophet and messenger of God that had a miraculous birth.”
The khutbah argues that Muslims should honor Isa ibn Maryam as a miraculous prophet and servant of Allah, reject claims that he is divine, and learn from Maryam’s trust, effort, and devotion.
The khutbah in 7 steps
- Opens with taqwa and self-assessment for the Day of Judgment.
- Introduces Isa ibn Maryam as a beloved prophet and one of five messengers of great resolve.
- Recounts Maryam’s piety, seclusion, angelic announcement, and miraculous conception.
- Follows her childbirth, divine reassurance, dates and water, and return to her people.
- Explains the infant Isa’s testimony, worship, zakah, blessedness, and dutifulness to Maryam.
- Affirms that Isa was not crucified, was raised by Allah, and will return as a Muslim leader.
- Concludes by rejecting divine sonship, comparing Isa’s creation to Adam, and making supplication.
In the khateeb's words
“Of course your Habibi your risk is maktub But you put some effort You don't just sit down and say I have no risk”
“First thing he does Is negate the concept Of him being a god Or a son of a god”
“So Allah made him blessed Because he would call to Allah And Allah made him blessed Because he commanded the good And he forbid the evil”
“This is the real Jesus The great prophet and messenger of God That had a miraculous birth”
For the dinner table
Today’s khutbah reminded us that Muslims love and honor Isa, Jesus son of Mary, as a great prophet and messenger of Allah. The khateeb shared the story of Maryam and Isa’s miraculous birth, describing her worship, fear, and the comfort Allah provided through water and dates. Maryam’s instruction to shake the palm tree teaches us to make an effort while trusting Allah to provide. The khutbah also described baby Isa speaking from the cradle, identifying himself as Allah’s servant and speaking about prayer, charity, and kindness to his mother. As a family, we can reflect on these lessons by caring for one another, making time for worship, and taking practical steps when life feels difficult.
- What part of Maryam’s story would you share with a friend, and why?
- What is one small step you can take toward something you are praying for?
- What could you do this week to show your mother kindness?
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