Character & conductFrom the masjid's own video, Jan 9, 2026.
Reject extremism with compassion and calm
“When they come to us, as Muslims, let's show some compassion.”
In one sentence
The khutbah argues that Muslims must reject extremism's hijacking of Islam by leaving judgment to Allah and responding to non-Muslims and seekers with compassion, love, and calm dialogue.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Frames extremism as people hijacking Allah’s religion.
- Explains that judgment and punishment belong to Allah, not Muslims.
- Uses the story of a woman forgiven for giving water to a dog to discourage judgment.
- Urges Muslims to show compassion and love toward people exploring Islam.
- Shares stories of Ali and a contemporary ten-year-old accepting Islam.
- Describes an imam calming family members rather than responding to confrontation with fighting.
Try this week
Avoid judging other people because their full circumstances are unknown.
Show compassion and love when people come to Muslims with questions or interest in Islam.
Respond calmly and avoid fighting or escalation during family or community conflict.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“If that be the case, what would give me the right, or you the right, To want to go against people who are non-Muslim, And to hate them.”
“The best advice we can give is that stay away from judging other people. Because we don't know.”
“When they come to us, as Muslims, Let's show some compassion. Let's show them love.”
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