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Salt and Light in the World, pt. 2 Matthew 5:13-16
Review / Introduction:
I. The Meaning, Significance and Necessity of Light in the World A. Light Describes God Himself 1. His infinite wisdom, holiness and righteousness 2. His gracious salvation 3. His glorious presence
B. Jesus Christ is the Light 1. Foretold by prophets 2. Fulfilled in His coming 3. Jesus' own claims 4. He is the only light C. The Word of God is Light D. The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of Light E. The Gospel of Jesus Christ is called Light
Lesson: The world is in great darkness and man always by nature prefers the darkness
Application:
II. Jesus' Disciples are the Light of the World A. He calls us to be the light B. We ought to reflect light C. There is greater need 1. The darkness is exceeding great 2. Yet we are light 3. Like a city set on a hill
Application: 1. Preachers of the Gospel are light 2. All Christians are light 3. To be light requires a gracious work of God
III. How Foolish and Ill-advised not to be light A. Jesus main point is clear—“Light is meant to be seen…” B. Light is a positive force… “It must go beyond Sunday and these four walls…”
Application:
C. We Shine By Lifting Up Jesus Christ
Application:
1. Living for Christ isn't easy, nevertheless 2. We must ask ourselves, “Am I a shining light for Christ?”
D. Several Reasons Our Light fails to Shine 1. Fear 2. Indifference 3. Reticence 4. Contradiction
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