You Are the Light of the World

Introduction

I. THE REALITY (14a)

• It’s not a command, it’s a statement of fact.

“This is one of those statements which should always have the effect upon us of making us lift up our heads, causing us to realize once more what a remarkable and glorious thing it is to be a Christian.” M.L. Jones

• Christians are the only ones that stop the darkness and bring light.

• Our light is not our own—it is the light of Christ. Eph. 5:8

II. OUR PURPOSE (14b-15)

• Our purpose as light, is to be seen

“Christ never contemplated the production of secret Christians, Christians whose virtues would never be displayed; pilgrims who would travel to heaven by night, and never be seen by their fellow-pilgrims or anyone else.” C. H. Spurgeon

• God reveals His Son through those who know His Son.

III. OUR RESPONSIBILITY (16a)

• Our responsibility is to let our light shine.

• Our beautiful lives are to point people to God

Conclusion