Sermons on Matthew 5:16-17:

Be Authentic / You Are The Salt Of The Earth

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Feb 12, 2011

When Jesus says:"You are the salt of the earth." Jesus is saying "Be Authentic." Be the Real Deal! Beloved, an inconsistent lifestyle repels people from the church. So, how authentic is your walk? We may be the only Bible that our neighbor may ever see.

Our Gospel reading this morning from Matthew is near the beginning of Jesus most famous sermon, The Sermon on the Mount. In this message, Jesus called his followers to the highest standards of conduct. (Pause) He challenged us to "turn the other cheek." He commanded us to love our enemy, to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:25-28, Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: Anglican

His Teachings

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Feb 13, 2011

The message talks about Jesus' words to living a good life.

Text: “It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God” (Matthew 4:4). Jesus is the Son of God. He walked the face of the earth preaching and teaching the multitudes of people. Many listened to what He had to say, but on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: Christian Church

Why Am I A Christian? Series

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Mar 7, 2011

As Jesus continues his Sermon on the Mount, he reminds us of our purpose as Christians and mentions his mission in coming to earth. Parts: A. Because Christ fulfilled his mission. B. In order to carry out my mission.

Text: Matthew 5:13-20 Theme: Why Am I a Christian? A. Because Christ fulfilled his mission B. In order to carry out my mission Season: Epiphany 5a Date: February 6, 2011 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Why-Am-I-a-Christian_-Matthew5_13-20.html Grace and peace to you from God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: Lutheran

We Are Bored Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on May 12, 2010

Something is missing from the church today, and people are starting to notice. Too often the church fails to offer what it advertises: life.

3. Something is happening (Preview to a Vision week 3) January 24, 2010 We are Bored When I was in high school my room was in the basement of my house. Outside my room was a sort of basement living room area where we had a ping pong table set up. Well one day I was sitting around with nothing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: *other

Does Anyone Care

Contributed by Ronnie Knight on Jun 14, 2010

This sermon should challenge every Christian to share their faith intentionally by demonstrating that we need Christians who understand that he church is not functioning properly unless she is carrying the gospel to the lost.

Subject: Evangelizing The Lost Scripture: Matthew 5.13-16/Psalm 126.5-6 Sermon: “Does Anyone Care?” Scope: This sermon should challenge every Christian to share their faith intentionally. Summary: We need Christians who understand that the Church is not functioning properly until she ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Tip The Pivot, Never Be The Same Again! Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Aug 6, 2010

Would you like life to be more than just a comic book existance? How about a full motion picture epic in 3D. You may be on the pivot point of a new thing! Jesus came to fulfill the law and the prophets! He reflects the nature of God as does the fulfilled

This series of three sermons is called ‘The disappearing Earth and Two Camels, three challenges of Jesus’ for reasons that will I hope become obvious as I preach through the series. I can remember things in my life that struck me as if something had changed and would never be the same ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Salvation Army

Visible Faith

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Sep 2, 2010

We need to make sure our faith is visible and real so others might see who God really is in us!

Visible Faith -Our lives are on display. This is true of all who calls themselves Christ followers or Christians. Since our lives are on display, we need to be sure that people can see Jesus, not just us. People won’t stay interested very long if they just see me. But if they can see Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Let Your Light Shine

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Sep 9, 2010

Acts 13:47 “For so the Lord has commanded us, ‘I have placed You as a light for the Gentiles, That You may bring salvation to the end of the earth.’” Let your light Shine

Let Your Light Shine 12/13/09 PM Text: Matthew 5:14-16 INTRODUCTION There are many lessons in which we examine what is necessary to become a Christian, the Gospel of Jesus, the lessons of God’s grace and His salvation. This is considered the work of Christ’s Church, to preach and teach ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Holes In The Darkness

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Sep 22, 2010

You are the light of the world. As you live out this goodness visibly in front of the people of the world, your life will point them to Jesus where they too can find life that is real life.

Opening illustration: Robert Lewis Stevenson, peering out of the window saw a workman come by and light the gas lights along the street. When asked what he was watching, the young boy said, “I see a man making holes in the darkness.” Let us turn to Matthew 5 and see how we as believers can make ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Be An Effective Influence

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Oct 6, 2010

Jesus commands that his followers have an effective influence on their worlds.

How to Be an Effective Influence Matthew 5:13-16 INTRODUCTION A. John Donne said: “No man is an island.” B. Andrew Murray’s holy and pure life was reflected in his children and grandchildren. Said of him, “Five of his six sons became ministers of the gospel and four of his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Lasting Word Of God

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Oct 7, 2010

We can place our utmost confidence in the Word of God to give us power for living and to guide us in the paths of righteousness.

The Lasting Word Of God Matthew 5:17-19 INTRODUCTION A. Robert Ingersoll once held a Bible and said, “In fifteen years I’ll have this book in a morgue.” In that time he was dead himself. B. Voltaire said, “In one hundred years the Bible will be an outmoded and forgotten ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

Giving Jesus Away (Pastor Jose Jr)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Feb 21, 2007

Principles for Evangelism.

Giving Jesus Away Mat 5:13 "You are the salt of the earth, but if salt has lost its taste, how shall its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything except to be thrown out and trampled under people’s feet. Mat 5:14 "You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Are The Light In A Dark World

Contributed by Sam Peters on Feb 27, 2007

This message centers on three ways we can let our light shine in a world cast in darkness.

You Are the Light in a Dark World – Matthew 5:13-16 (Sermon on the Mount) 13"You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men. 14"You are the light of the world. A ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Set Free

Contributed by Jeremy Jarvi on Feb 27, 2007

Set Free

HELPING SET OTHERS FREE Set Free "Let me tell you why you are here. You’re here to be salt-seasoning that brings out the God-flavors of this earth.... Here’s another way to put it: You’re here to be light, bringing out the God-colors in the world. God is not a secret to be kept. We’re going ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Living The Kingdom Life: An Instrument Of Your Light Series

Contributed by Marty Boller on Feb 28, 2007

#7 in a series focused on the foundational biblical truths found in The Peace Prayer of St. Francis: Make Me an Instrument of Your Peace.

Lord, make me an instrument of Your peace. Where there is hatred, let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; and where there is sadness, joy. O, Divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational