As an Imam at LECI, I deliver weekly khutbahs that address the spiritual needs of incarcerated Muslims. I also occasionally give khutbahs at other Islamic centers and events. These sermons blend classical Islamic knowledge with practical guidance for contemporary challenges, offering hope, encouragement, and direction for Muslims navigating life's journey.
An essential teaching on how unlawful income and provisions corrupt our worship and prevent the acceptance of our du'a. This khutbah emphasizes the critical connection between halal earnings and spiritual purity, drawing from the profound wisdom of the 10th hadith in Imam Nawawi's collection.
The chapel was closed this week. No khutbah was delivered.
A powerful reminder about every Muslim's personal obligation to call others to Islam, especially when living in non-Muslim lands. This fundraising khutbah connects the duty of da'wah with the necessity of establishing masajid as centers for spreading Islam and nurturing future generations.
A comprehensive examination of how to approach divine commands and prohibitions, learning from the mistakes of previous nations. This khutbah explores the balance between questioning for understanding and blind argumentation, emphasizing complete submission to Allah's guidance.
A profound examination of the hadith on fighting until the establishment of Islam, clarifying misconceptions while exploring Islam's balanced approach to peace and conflict. This khutbah demonstrates how Islam champions justice without transgression and mercy without weakness.
An exploration of the comprehensive hadith that summarizes Islam in one word—naseehah. This khutbah examines what it means to have sincere devotion to Allah, His Book, His Messenger, Muslim leaders, and the common people, with practical guidance on embodying this principle.
A critical examination of religious innovation (bid'ah) and the importance of avoiding doubtful matters. This khutbah explores how bid'ah corrupted previous nations, why the religion needs no additions, and how a sound heart navigates between the clearly lawful and unlawful.
A special fundraising khutbah delivered at Erie Masjid for establishing the first masjid in Conneaut. This khutbah explores the centrality of the masjid in Islamic life through the Prophet's ﷺ example, shares personal reflections on community transformation, and calls for collective action to build a lasting legacy.
Exploring the structural foundation of Islam through the five pillars. This khutbah examines each pillar—Shahadah, Salat, Zakat, Hajj, and Sawm—as essential supports for our faith, while warning against complacency and encouraging hope through the hadith of divine decree.
Exploring Hadith Jibril, which encompasses the entire religion in one conversation. This khutbah breaks down the five pillars of Islam, six articles of faith, the reality of Ihsan (excellence), and preparation for the Hour through this foundational teaching.
My approach to delivering khutbahs is rooted in making Islamic teachings accessible and relevant to contemporary life. Whether addressing incarcerated Muslims facing unique challenges or community members, I strive to connect timeless Islamic wisdom with practical solutions for today's world. Each khutbah aims to inspire positive change, strengthen faith, and build stronger Muslim communities.
The khutbahs presented here are based on my written notes and have been formatted as readable articles. The actual spoken khutbah may differ from what is written here. Due to security restrictions at correctional facilities, I am not permitted to bring recording devices or even wear a watch - only a few pages of handwritten notes are allowed. Therefore, no audio or video recordings are available for most khutbahs.
Note: All khutbahs dated before August 2025 were mass imported using an automated tool and may contain citation errors, formatting inconsistencies, or other minor issues from the import process. These are being gradually reviewed and corrected.