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No Man Is An Island Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 13, 2011

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Jesus’ metaphors of salt and light reveal how His followers are to be positive influences in the world.

You’ve probably all heard the old adage “No man is an island.” Since that was the thought that first came to mind as I read the passage that we’ll look at this morning, this week I did some research to find out where that saying originated. It comes from Meditation XVII ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Living God's Way

Contributed by John Quigley on Aug 14, 2012

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Living in accord with God's commandments not mans rules.

"You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men. "You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Internal Law Of The Kingdom Of God - Sermon On The Mount

Contributed by Ken Henson on Aug 21, 2012

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A Christian goes beyond what is required by the Law. He is not only righteous in appearance, in action, but in character, obedient to God on the inside.

The Internal Law of the Kingdom of God (the Law of the Heart) A soldier in the time of war got a letter from his fiancé, saying he has met someone else and wants to call off the marriage. So she asked for the engagement ring and her picture, so that she might have use for it in the future. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-48

Denomination: *other

What Do They See?

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Aug 30, 2012

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Do people see Christ's love in you? And do they see your love for him?

I really enjoy reading Our Daily Bread. Recently I have been really trying to start my days off with a daily dose of wisdom that is printed for the day. The devotions are so simple and to the point, they really have a neat way of speaking to me no matter what the topic is. The other day I read a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:16

Denomination: Other

We Must Be God’s Light

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Sep 17, 2012

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There is a world living in darkness that needs to see that light on a hill, that needs to hear the word of life - to hear that they can be born again into an inheritance that can never spoil, fade or pass away.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK A. Eleven years ago this past week the skies of New York, Washington, D.C. & Pennsylvania were punctured by hijacked airplanes in a diabolical plot to pierce the soul of our nation. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 20:7, Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Salt & Light Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Sep 30, 2012

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Message series about what it means to be a Authentic Christian. Real Christians.

Title: Salt and Light Theme: To show that as the kids go back to school the Lord has called them to be Salt Light into the community. Text: Colossians 4:1-6, Ephesians 5:15-21 Introduction Over the last few Sundays we have been talking about Authentic Christianity. This is real Christians. We ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Church Of God

Religion And Government

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Aug 6, 2009

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We need to restore to society a common moral code by being a light of Christ actively involved in our communities. Religion should be in government but government must not be in religion

As we struggle to understand to live out our faith and God’s will in our lives, we know that God does in fact care about all of the issues we will address during our Tough Issues Sermon series. Can anyone who is a believer truly think that God does not care what we think regarding criminal justice ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: United Methodist

Some Christians Have Dim Lights

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Aug 6, 2009

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Where were you when the lights went out.

SOME CHRISTIANS HAVE DIM LIGHTS Matt: 5:14 Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. 15 Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. 16 Let your light so shine ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

It's Time Series

Contributed by Jerry Mckee on Mar 6, 2009

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This series is based on the book, "Do Hard Things" by Brett and Alex Harris. It is a 7 week series that challenges teenagers to step up from the low expectations that our culture has placed on them.

The Rebelution It’s Time “How to do hard things that make a difference” 13 Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men. 14 Ye are the light of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: *other

Attributes To Strive For

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Mar 8, 2009

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I would like to answer these questions: • What are the beatitudes? • Do they spell out conditions we must meet in order to inherit eternal life?

Matthew 5:1-16 The Beatitudes (Sermon on the Mount) I would like to answer these questions: • What are the beatitudes? • Do they spell out conditions we must meet in order to inherit eternal life? (v.1-2) Who is Jesus preaching to? • His disciples • Crowds (7:28) - So it is clear that the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Blame The Darkness

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Mar 13, 2009

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The only remedy for the darkness in the world is to produce more light!

IT IS SAFE TO SAY THAT ANYTIME ANYONE ENTERS A DARKENED ROOM THAT THE FIRST THING THEY WANT TO DO IS FIND THE SWITCH TO TURN ON THE LIGHTS SO THEY CAN SEE. OTHER THAN TO SLEEP, I HONESTLY DON’T THINK MOST PEOPLE ENJOY DARKNESS. IT IS ENVELOPING AND SUFFOCATING. IT CAN SOMETIMES BE UNDERSTOOD AS ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Free Methodist

A Messiah Of Influence Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 19, 2009

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As Jesus disciples, we are to influencers not the influenced.

A Messiah of Influence Text: Matt. 5:13-16 Introduction 1. Illustration: Historian Philip Schaff, described the overwhelming influence which Jesus had on subsequent history and culture of the world: “This Jesus of Nazareth, without money and arms, conquered more millions than Alexander, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Methodist

Brilliance On Display

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jun 10, 2008

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Because our lives are on display, we must let God’s light shine through us. I. You’ve Got Light II. The World Needs Light III. Let Your Light Shine

Brilliance on Display Intro: 2 guys were carpenters, and 1 always was teasing the other, not repudiated to be very smart. One night he shined his flashlight up to the 2nd story of a house and said, ‘would you mind climbing up this light beam and get my hammer for me?’ The nitwit said, ‘hah, how ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Type Of Salt And Light Are You? Series

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Jul 3, 2008

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The scriptures do not say, “…become the salt and the light.” Jesus says, “You are the salt…You are the light.” So, what type of salt and light are you, I ask?

What Type of Salt and Light Are You?: Matt. 5:13-16 Introduction: God refers to believers as the “salt” and “light.” Too many Christians fail to appropriate the benefits, privileges, and responsibilities of being salt and light. As a result, millions suffer because they continue to conform to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Being Salty And Bright Series

Contributed by Greg Johnson on Feb 10, 2008

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Living in a world that grows increasingly out of step with the Gospel, Christ followers are salt and light because of the One they follow.

This message is an edited version of a sermon given at Loving God Fellowship. Copyright © 2008 Loving God Fellowship, Inc. http://www.LovingGodFellowship.org . Click to have messages emailed to you as they are made available. You are encouraged to share this message with those you know that are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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