Islam is Allah's greatest blessing
“The very religion that people are running away from, brothers and sisters, is the very religion that has brought good for mankind.”
Islam is Allah's greatest blessing after life because it protects people and society from ruin, so Muslims should embrace it gratefully and let their daily lives reflect that gratitude.
The khutbah in 8 steps
- Reminder of taqwa and observation that many today turn away from religion as old-fashioned and restrictive
- The greatest blessing after life is the gift of guidance and Islam
- Gambling's explosion in Canada shows the harm of unchecked pleasure-seeking
- Quranic teaching on intoxicants and gambling: some benefit exists, but evil outweighs benefit
- Surah al-Ma'idah identifies these as Satan's handiwork that stirs hostility and hatred
- Paradise awaits those who believe and do good, while those who reject guidance will face regret
- Gratitude for guidance must be shown in deeds, choices, and holding fast to the deen
- Closing dua for the oppressed, the sick, the deceased, and the youth
In the khateeb's words
“And it is amazing that Allah the Exalted does not hide this fact. That there are some benefits in these activities for people.”
“So the very religion that people are running away from. Brothers and sisters. Is the very religion that has brought good for mankind.”
“The problem is not with Islam brothers and sisters. The problem is with you and I, with our understanding, and our implementation of this wonderful message that Allah revealed for the upliftment of mankind, for the benefit of mankind.”
For the dinner table
The khutbah reminded us that, after life itself, guidance and Islam are among Allah’s greatest blessings. Allah’s teachings are not meant to remove happiness, but to protect us from harms that can damage individuals, families, and society, as seen in the example of gambling. The khateeb encouraged us to embrace our deen, especially when society makes it easy to drift away. We show gratitude for guidance through our choices, worship, character, and daily actions, not only by saying Alhamdulillah. May Allah help our family remain thankful and firm on the right path.
- What is one way Islam helps protect people from harm?
- What choice could you make this week to show gratitude to Allah?
- How can we help a friend stay on the right path?
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