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Jan 8, 2024 · Blog. What It Means to Let Our Lights Shine: Three Lessons From Matthew 5:16. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus Christ told His disciples that they were to be “the light of the world.” What does it mean to let our lights shine? by Jeremy Lallier. Topics: Christian Living, Christian Growth. 7 minute read. Imagine a world of pitch-black darkness.
Luke 21:25-33. King James Version. 25 And there shall be signs in the sun, and in the moon, and in the stars; and upon the earth distress of nations, with perplexity; the sea and the waves roaring; 26 Men's hearts failing them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth: for the powers of heaven shall be shaken.
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Interpretation Question:What does the metaphor of light represent biblically? John MacArthur’s comments are enlightening: In Scripture the figurative use of light has two aspects, the intellectual and the moral. Intellectually it represents truth, whereas morally it represents holiness … The figure of darkness has the same two aspects. Intellectual...
Application Question:What are typical functions of light and how do these apply to believers in this world?
People do not light a lamp and put it under a basket but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before people, so that they can see your good deeds and give honor to your Father in heaven. Matthew 5:15-16 Application Question:How can we grow as light? How can we be most effective?
MacArthur shares stories about two godly saints which serve as a fitting conclusion to our study of being lights of the world: It is said of Robert Murray McCheyne, a godly Scottish minister of the last century, that his face carried such a hallowed expression that people were known to fall on their knees and accept Jesus Christ as Savior when they...
Feb 5, 2018 · In the Bible, clear standards and directions are given. When we run through God’s Red lights, we live life irresponsibly with dangerous consequences. Isaiah 8:20: “ Look to God’s ...
Sailing Toward the Light – A Bible Lesson about God’s Shining Light. Lighthouses have long been a symbol of God’s guiding light and how He provides safety for us. This Bible lesson, using a tea light in the dark, will help kids better understand how to find and follow the light of God.
2 Samuel 22:29 . Audio Crossref Comm Hebrew. Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version. You, LORD, are my lamp; the LORD turns my darkness into light. New Living Translation. O LORD, you are my lamp. The LORD lights up my darkness. English Standard Version. For you are my lamp, O LORD, and my God lightens my darkness.
(Light one candle on a candle stand of 4 or 5 and then turn out the lamp and the lights.) This candle puts forth just a little light, but any darkness that is near the candle disappears. Imagine this candle is God’s Word in your heart.
