YOU ARE THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD

Matthew 5:1-16

Key Verse: 5:14

1. Where did Jesus’ teaching take place? Why is it important that he focused on his disciples?

2. Who are the blessed people, and what blessings do they receive (3-10)? What can you learn about Jesus’ kingdom values and lifestyle from his teaching?

3. As we follow Jesus, what conflicts arise and how should we respond (11-12)? Who are we in the world (13a,14a)? Why is it important for us to view our lives in light of these metaphors?

4. How can we be salty? What does the warning about losing saltiness imply?

5. What does it mean that you are the light of the world? How can we let our light shine, and what is the result?

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