It’s Time To Shine
Matt. 5:13-16
Sermon Outline by Pastor Brad Rigney
What are some of the things Jesus’ sermon on the Mount teach us about living for Him?
Vs. 13-16; of Jesus’ sermon teaches us that we are to
others for Christ.
So how do we do this?
We are to be Salt, vs. 13
What is the purpose of Salt?
How is salt used? .
So what did Jesus mean by teaching that we are to Influence others by Being Salt?
We are to be Light, vs. 14-16
1. The Source of this Light, in order to be the Light
John 8:12;
2. The Nature of this Light,
- Nature of Function =
- Nature of Brightness =
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- We have a function as the Light of the World to
- We also share in a Brightness beyond ourselves.
3. The Place of this Light?
4. The Purpose of this Light, vs. 16
What Time is it?
Is the Light of Christ in YOU? 1John 1:5-7
How can we Influence others for Christ?
Are you Salt to those in your Circle of Influence?
Are you Shining for Jesus?
Are you the Light of Christ to your Circle of Influence?
How can we collectively as a Church body be the Light of Christ to the World?
My Circle of Influence
Family
Friends
Firm
Fun
Fellowship
It’s Time To Shine
Matt. 5:13-16
Intro.:
A. Eccl. 3 says that there is a Time for everything; to be born, time to die, to plant, to harvest; to weep, to laugh… to keep and to throw away…
Jesus teaches us that it is always time to believe and Live for Him!
Jesus in this Sermon, called the Sermon on the Mount, teaches those who have committed themselves to following Him. He teaches them what it means to follow Him:
- The Beattitudes, how our attitude should be.5:1-12
- A heart commitment, not just a legalistic act of obedience, 5:17-46
- How to Pray, 6:5-13
- Not to worry but make it your priority to Trust and Seek the Lord in all things. God will provide.6:19-33
- About Judging others instead of yourself.7:1-8
- Watching out for False Teachers 7:13-23
- And not just saying you trust in the Lord but actually putting into practice His Words. 7:24-27
B. Yet, part of this great Sermon of Jesus teaches us How we are to INFUENCE Others for Christ.
READ VS. 13-16
C. What do we learn about Living as a Disciple of Christ by Influencing Others?
Body:
A. We are to be Salt, vs. 13
- What purpose of Salt? It seasons, Perseveres – and it makes you Thirsty.
- How is salt used? By being placed directly on the meat.
- So what did Jesus mean by teaching that we are to Influence others by Being Salt?
* We need to be in direct contact, relationship with people who need to know Jesus in order to be effective.
* Our lives should make others Thirsty for God; it ought to add flavor to their lives as we share the love of God with them and our influence is about persevering life – eternal life through Jesus.
B. We are to be Light:
5. The Source of this Light, in order to be the Light
John 8:12; “… Jesus spoke… I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life.”
So even though Jesus teaches that we are the Light of the World, vs. 14a We are only the Light as He, Himself is the Light within us!
We are really Reflections of the Light!
6. The Nature of this Light,
- Nature of Function = Dispels the Darkness, reveals, guides, is meant to be seen.
- Nature of Brightness = the passage shares two aspects regarding the brightness of light. The Single light that lights a House, vs. 15b Also the light of a city that cannot be hidden.
- We have a function as the Light of the World – to dispel darkness, reveal truth, guide people to Jesus.
- We also share in a Brightness beyond ourselves. As an individual we bring Light to our homes and families – but collectively, we are as bright as a City that cannot be Hidden. This is the Light of the Church.
7. The Place of this Light – This passage teaches us the places that the Light needs to shine: Vs. 14 – The World, A city on a hill; vs. 15 a house - everyone, vs. 16 before Men
We as the Light are not just meant to Shine within the walls of the Church facility – we are mean to Shine in our Homes, in our Cities, in our World to everyone, to all people!
8. The Purpose of this Light, vs. 16
That people might see your good deeds and praise your Father in Heaven. I.E. that others through our words and actions might see Jesus and so praise Him and draw closer to Him.
Conclusion:
A. As we begin Penny Crusade – its so much more than just raising money for Missions – it is about reminding us that we are the Light of the World for Christ!
B. Ill> a story is told of a man whose job was to be on the railroad tracks and warn the trains with his light of upcoming troubles for the trains. One night the bridge up ahead was damaged. So as the train approached, the man showed his lamp but the train went right on by and into the ditch. The man was taken to court because they wanted to know why the train did not pay attention to the warning of danger for the train. The man was asked: “Were you on duty on the night that the train had the accident.” The man replied to the Judge – Yes. The Judge then asked did you have your lamp with you? The man replied, Yes Sir – So the Judge asked one more question; “Did you wave your lamp to show the train? The man once again, said yes. The man was not held responsible and dismissed. Later the man went home and told his friend, “I am glad the judge did not ask me if my Lamp was on.”
Is the Light of Christ on through YOU?
C. What time is it? It is time for you and me to SHINE for Christ! There is a Time for everything: A time for Summer and soon Fall; A time to work and to relax; a time to buy and to sell;
But you know what Time it is for all of Us – as individuals and as a Church? It is TIME TO SHINE! To SHINE for Jesus! To be the Salt and Light and so influence others – even our city, even the world to see the Lord in us.
D. Are you in the Light - 1John 1:5-7
Are you Shining for Jesus?
Are you the Salt and Light to your Circle of Influence.
My Circle of Influence
Family, Friends, Firm, Fun & Fellowship
