Episode 90
Summer on the Mount: Salt & Light (Matthew 5:13-16) | Pastor Hayden Thomas
Weekend Sermons Podcast · Compass Bible Church Hill Country
May 21, 20231h 0m
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Show Notes
Preaching Point: In every situation, believers are responsible for visibly standing out through their good works resulting in the world seeing our actions and giving glory to God.
Main Text: Matthew 5:13–16
Teaching Points:
- Provide a Distinct Influence to the World v13
- Produce a Noticeable Presence vv14-16a
- Properly Understand the Purpose of Good Works v16b
Application Questions:
- What is one observation or application you found particularly helpful from this week’s sermon?
- Read 2 Corinthians 2:14–16 and Colossians 4:5-6. Whether your life serves to prevent or slow the decay of others or to add a distinct biblical flavor in the world, how do both of these results of “being salt” point people to their need for Christ?
- Read Ephesians 5:8-11 and Philippians 2:14-16. Why is the sentiment that “Christians can live in the background of the world and not attract attention“ a non biblical notion?
- What area of influence do you have where you can make the most noticeable presence for the glory of God and the advancement of the gospel of Jesus Christ?
- Read 1 Peter 2:11–16 and Colossians 3:17. How do these verses along with Matthew 5:13-16 show you that good works, when understood correctly, are not merely an optional add on to your faith, but a necessary part of faithfully following Jesus?
- Read Matthew 6:1. Compare this verse to Matthew 5:16. How can you ensure that your good works are done to glorify God and not to esteem yourself in the sight of others?