1. “You are the salt of the earth. But if salt loses its flavour, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything except to be thrown out and trampled on by people.
  2. You are the light of the world. A city located on a hill cannot be hidden.
  3. People do not light a lamp and put it under a basket but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all in the house.
  4. In the same way, let your light shine before people, so that they can see your good deeds and give honour to your Father in heaven.
Feb 4, 2024
Matt 5:13–16
Salt and Light
  1. You are like salt—don’t lose your flavour!
  2. You are like light to people
  3. Lights are always put somewhere they can shine
  4. Your Christ-like deeds should be visible and bring God glory

Context: We know what “saltiness” means from the previous verses (blessed are the…)

Message: Followers of Christ have a responsibility to live out his teachings and influence society which will bring God glory

Application: I need to find more opportunities in workplace situations with unbelievers where I can demonstrate what it looks like to follow Jesus