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Explore and understand Jesus' teaching in Matthew 5:14-16 about being a light in the world, doing good deeds, and glorifying God through our actions.
Good morning, brothers and sisters, it’s good to be with you today. I'm thrilled to dive into a powerful piece of Scripture with you today, one that I believe can illuminate our lives and guide our actions. We're looking at Matthew 5:14-16, where Jesus teaches us about living a life of light, the ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16
Topics: Can't Hide
Emphasize the importance and responsibility of the Church to be salt and light in the world, drawing people to Christ and glorifying God through our actions and deeds.
Good morning, church family! Today, we are diving into a message from Jesus found in Matthew 5, a message that speaks to the very core of our identity as Christ-followers and the mission of the Church. We'll be examining the importance of being salt and light, the responsibility we have as the ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16
Topics: Salt, Light
As believers, we are called to let God's light shine through us, stepping into the realm of the impossible and bringing glory to our heavenly Father.
Good morning, beloved family. Today, we're going to dive into a profound conversation about light, both the light that God created and the light He calls us to be. We'll be looking at two key passages of Scripture: Genesis 1:16-18 and Matthew 5:16. Genesis 1:16-18 says, "God made two great ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 1:16-18, Matthew 5:16
Topics: Letting Light Shine, All The World
Jesus calls His followers to be the "salt of the earth." This message thinks about what it is to be salt ; examining the characteristics of salt & asking if these are hallmarks of our Christian walk.
Matthew 5:13-16 Galatians 5:16-18 Jesus calls His followers to be the "salt of the earth." What does this really mean? Today, we are thinking about what it is to be salt ; examining the characteristics of salt & asking if these are hallmarks of our Christian walk. So the first thing I want us to ...read more
Denomination: Methodist
This message examines the issues around being politically correct when it comes to public display of Christianity.
Politically Correct Christians Scriptures: Matthew 5:14-16; 28:19-20 Introduction I was leaving a meeting recently and as I left I wished a fellow worker a very “Merry Christmas”. Immediately with the focus of being politically correct, I wondered if I may have offended him, especially if he ...read more
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
A review of what a faithful Christian should expect in a world at war against God and His people.
What Jesus Said About Pursuing Peace And Planning For Persecution Matthew 5:9-13 "Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. Blessed [are] they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are ye, when [men] shall ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 5:9-13
Denomination: Baptist
We have great potential. We are God’s children, empowered by the Holy Spirit, equiped with specific gifts and talents to change the world (one life at a time) for Jesus Christ.
Matthew 5:13-16, Matthew 21:1-11 “Remember Your Potential” INTRODUCTION I’m not a fan of class “B” slasher films. I don’t like the blood and gore, but I have to laugh at the unimaginative scenario that they have for eliminating many of the innocent characters. Usually it is a dark and stormy ...read more
Denomination: Lutheran
This sermon portrays the value of salt in our spiritual and physical lives.
Salt Baths Text: Matthew 5:13-16 There is a saying that is often told that: ‘You are what you eat.’ If that is the case then I reckon I’m going to turn into a Chicken!! As a result of ill health, my diet has been drastically reduced of late. I can’t eat fatty foods, dairy products, fibre, ...read more
As citizens of God’s kingdom we are given values that govern our lives. Those values are used to bring influence in an open society for the kingdom of God.
Introduction Text Matt 5:13-16 Jesus prayed in John 17:11-20 These are in the world I do not pray that You should take them out of the world They are not OF the world Sanctify them (separate them and consecrate them) I send them into the world This is for all those who believe because of ...read more
Denomination: Charismatic
Should there be anything said about politics from the pulpit? I submit that there is a point where church and state come together...
I am not a politician and have not been called to be a politician. I’m glad that some people do feel a calling to take on those responsibilities, but I’m also glad that it’s not me. I am, however, a preacher of the gospel of Jesus Christ and have a strong calling on my life to preach that gospel. ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 5:13
A message regarding how the pastor & the flock make up the church, and how the church helps us as Christians. Text, communion meditation, and audio will be at www.sermonlist.com
The story is told of how they used to make the masts for the old sailing ships of the past. They would go into a forest and select a tree that was tall and straight. Then, they would cut all the surrounding trees down, leaving that large tree standing by itself to endure the winds of time for ...read more
Denomination: *other
God is not just pleased when a church has large numbers in attendance, God is pleased when a church, regardless of it’s size is being the salt and the light in the community.
PRAY Father, thank you for giving us Your Word that is a lamp unto our feet and a light unto our pathway. It is through Your holy word that we find the truth. Teach us to live by Your truth every day. Help us not to detour from Your precepts. Lord God and Father, open our eyes so we can see ...read more
Denomination: Pentecostal
Some of the Anabaptists of the sixteenth century had a very literal take on the words of Jesus from the Sermon on the Mount, “if the salt loses its saltiness
Some of the Anabaptists of the sixteenth century had a very literal take on the words of Jesus from the Sermon on the Mount, “if the salt loses its saltiness, it is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men. At the end of the service they would have the Christians ...read more
What is my true purpose on earth? To preserve and project!
2007 Summer Series - Sermon on the Mount: Shake it and Shine it – Part two Matthew 5:13-16 The Sermon on the Mount is one of greatest jewels of the bible. It deals with what many in our churches do not want to adhere to – Holy living and Holy conduct. Dr. ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 5:1-16
Eight of the Eight Milestones on the Journey of the Fruitful Followers.
Matthew 5:10-16 10 “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 11 “Blessed are you when people revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. 12 Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 5:10-16
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed