The Christian’s influence – The Christian’s influence – Mt.5:1-16(13-16) Mt.5:1-16(13-16)

Disciple World GodPoor in spirit Self-confident WelcomedMourns Pleasure ComfortsMeek Pushy InheritanceRighteousness Success SatisfiesMerciful Look after No.1 MercyPure in heart “Broad-minded” PresencePeacemaker Aggressive CharacterWilling to suffer Popular Hope

1. Our calling1. Our calling

a. The scope – every part of our world

cf. Ex.19:5,6; Dt.7:6,7

b. The call to be different – 2 communities

“You”/disciples World

Salt Not salt

Light Darkness

2. The influence of salt & light2. The influence of salt & light

a. Salt

1. Salt preserves

2. Salt flavours – Mt.5:16; 1Pet.2:12

b. Light

1. Exposes what is in the dark

2. Helps people see the truth

3. The encouraging challenge3. The encouraging challenge

When we display “kingdom-life”:-

a. Our lives are “blessed”

b. The world is best served

c. God is most glorified – 1Pet.2:12; John15:8